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$842+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (RIO)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — RIO
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro are usually found in May or March, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

OneTravel
3 stars

Round-trip from

$855
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$778
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/63:05 pmJNB - GIG
1 stop23h 30mLATAM Airlines
Wed 5/216:10 pmGIG - JNB
1 stop13h 05mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 5/1$842
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/103:05 pmJNB - SDU
2 stops25h 10mLATAM Airlines
Sun 10/195:50 pmSDU - JNB
2 stops37h 25mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 5/1$870
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/148:40 amJNB - SDU
2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/211:00 pmSDU - JNB
2 stops20h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$955
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/912:45 amJNB - GIG
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/1910:50 amGIG - JNB
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$973
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/17:35 pmJNB - GIG
2 stops38h 20mSWISS
Wed 9/173:20 pmGIG - JNB
2 stops37h 00mSWISS
Deal found 4/30$1,156
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/157:10 pmJNB - GIG
1 stop25h 40mEmirates
Sat 6/213:05 amGIG - JNB
1 stop32h 10mEmirates
Deal found 5/1$1,386
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/149:15 pmJNB - GIG
1 stop37h 20mBritish Airways
Sat 6/214:50 pmGIG - JNB
1 stop35h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/30$1,398
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/17:00 pmJNB - GIG
1 stop38h 55mLufthansa
Wed 9/174:15 pmGIG - JNB
1 stop35h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 4/30$1,473
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/141:25 pmJNB - SDU
2 stops48h 15mEmirates
Wed 5/211:05 pmSDU - JNB
2 stops46h 10mEmirates
Deal found 5/1$1,569
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/59:20 pmJNB - GIG
2 stops39h 55mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/119:05 pmGIG - JNB
2 stops39h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,852
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/291:55 pmJNB - SDU
2 stops28h 45mQatar Airways
Wed 6/112:20 pmSDU - JNB
2 stops38h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/30$1,908

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro that are best for you.

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OR Tambo

Fly to

Rio de Janeiro

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/10

3:05 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop13h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 10/19

10:30 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops32h 45m

$855

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/10

3:05 pm-11:15 am

2 stops25h 10m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 10/19

5:50 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops37h 25m

$870

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/14

8:40 am-11:05 am

2 stops31h 25m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 6/21

1:00 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops20h 50m

$955

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

12:45 am-9:10 pm

2 stops25h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 10/19

10:50 am-2:40 pm

2 stops22h 50m

$973

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/1

7:35 pm-4:55 am

2 stops38h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 9/17

3:20 pm-9:20 am

2 stops37h 00m

$1,156

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/15

7:10 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop25h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 6/21

3:05 am-4:15 pm

1 stop32h 10m

$1,386

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/14

9:15 pm-5:35 am

1 stop37h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 6/21

4:50 pm-9:25 am

1 stop35h 35m

$1,398

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/1

7:00 pm-4:55 am

1 stop38h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 9/17

4:15 pm-8:35 am

1 stop35h 20m

$1,473

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/14

1:25 pm-8:40 am

2 stops48h 15m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 5/21

1:05 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops46h 10m

$1,569

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/29

1:55 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops28h 45m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 6/11

2:20 pm-9:35 am

2 stops38h 15m

$1,908

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Compare providers for flights from OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JetabroadPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Rio de Janeiro flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Rio de Janeiro flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Rio de Janeiro flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Rio de Janeiro flights, Cheapflights users trust OneTravel the most. OneTravel has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Rio de Janeiro flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Rio de Janeiro from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

Booking 34 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro (average of $755). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,290). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Rainfall in Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rio de Janeiro ranges from 1.6 - 5.1 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Rio de Janeiro when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rio de Janeiro, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 69.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Rio de Janeiro. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, LATAM Airlines and SWISS. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,217 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,217 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,217 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,767 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,217 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,588 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,217 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,564 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,217 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,448 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,217 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro round-trip from $855. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are SWISS, from $1,156, and Emirates, from $1,386.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro (average of $755). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,290). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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