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$436+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (RIO)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — RIO
Aug 7 — Aug 141
Thu 8/7
Thu 8/14
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 33 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 August 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$822
(Priceline)

One-way from

$436
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$801
From Johannesburg OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)
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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 August 2, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/263:05 pmJNB - GIG
2 stops19h 10mLATAM Airlines
Fri 10/311:30 pmGIG - JNB
2 stops31h 45mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/31$822
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/157:35 pmJNB - GIG
2 stops38h 20mSWISS
Mon 9/223:20 pmGIG - JNB
2 stops37h 00mSWISS
Deal found 8/1$1,171
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/117:00 pmJNB - GIG
1 stop38h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/193:20 pmGIG - JNB
2 stops37h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/1$1,197
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/107:00 pmJNB - GIG
2 stops42h 00mLufthansa
Mon 11/173:40 pmGIG - JNB
1 stop36h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 8/1$1,305
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/156:50 pmJNB - GIG
1 stop29h 55mAir France
Wed 11/1211:20 pmGIG - JNB
1 stop31h 30mAir France
Deal found 7/31$1,315
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 10/1510:20 pmJNB - GIG
1 stop46h 45mEmirates
Tue 11/113:45 amGIG - JNB
1 stop31h 50mEmirates
Deal found 7/31$1,391
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/233:25 pmJNB - SDU
1 stop26h 50mLATAM Airlines
Thu 1/82:00 pmSDU - JNB
1 stop17h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/31$1,409
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Thu 12/2511:10 amJNB - SDU
1 stop25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/128:15 amSDU - JNB
1 stop18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$1,480
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 10/1510:05 amJNB - SDU
2 stops50h 35mEmirates
Wed 11/1211:25 amSDU - JNB
2 stops52h 10mEmirates
Deal found 7/31$1,505
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/108:25 pmJNB - SDU
2 stops46h 10mQatar Airways
Mon 11/172:00 pmSDU - JNB
2 stops37h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/1$1,626
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/267:25 pmJNB - GIG
1 stop39h 10mBritish Airways
Fri 10/34:55 pmGIG - JNB
1 stop35h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/31$1,653
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/96:05 amJNB - GIG
2 stops21h 55mSouth African
Tue 9/162:45 pmGIG - JNB
2 stops15h 15mSouth African
Deal found 7/31$2,429

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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 August 2, 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

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/26

3:05 pm-5:15 am

2 stops19h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 10/3

11:30 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops31h 45m

$822

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/15

7:35 pm-4:55 am

2 stops38h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 9/22

3:20 pm-9:20 am

2 stops37h 00m

$1,171

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/11

7:00 pm-4:55 am

1 stop38h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 9/19

3:20 pm-9:20 am

2 stops37h 00m

$1,197

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/10

7:00 pm-8:00 am

2 stops42h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 11/17

3:40 pm-9:30 am

1 stop36h 50m

$1,305

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/15

6:50 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop29h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 11/12

11:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 30m

$1,315

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/15

10:20 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop46h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 11/11

3:45 am-4:35 pm

1 stop31h 50m

$1,391

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/23

3:25 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop26h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 1/8

2:00 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop17h 35m

$1,409

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/25

11:10 am-7:40 am

1 stop25h 30m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 1/12

8:15 am-7:45 am

1 stop18h 30m

$1,480

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/15

10:05 am-7:40 am

2 stops50h 35m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 11/12

11:25 am-8:35 pm

2 stops52h 10m

$1,505

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/10

8:25 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops46h 10m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 11/17

2:00 pm-8:40 am

2 stops37h 40m

$1,626

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

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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 July 25, 2025.

Booking 33 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

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 August 2, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, South African, and LATAM Airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,300 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,300 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,300 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
South African
7.6
Good
36 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,300 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,823 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,300 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,300 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,686 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,300 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Related info for your journey

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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 $822. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are SWISS, from $1,171, and Lufthansa, from $1,305. LATAM Airlines is 4% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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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  • 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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