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$432+ 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 7/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — RIO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$724
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$432
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$866
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 June 12, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/2412:45 amJNB - GIG
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/16:15 amGIG - JNB
2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$724
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/103:05 pmJNB - GIG
1 stop15h 00mLATAM Airlines
Wed 7/239:40 amGIG - JNB
2 stops21h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/12$750
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Tue 6/177:35 pmJNB - GIG
2 stops43h 00mSWISS
Wed 8/63:25 pmGIG - JNB
2 stops36h 55mSWISS
Deal found 6/12$1,086
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 6/248:40 amJNB - GIG
2 stops18h 45mSouth African
Tue 7/293:10 pmGIG - JNB
2 stops14h 50mSouth African
Deal found 6/12$1,230
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 7/253:05 pmJNB - SDU
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/17:55 amSDU - JNB
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,297
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/157:25 pmJNB - GIG
1 stop39h 15mBritish Airways
Sun 8/311:30 amGIG - JNB
2 stops38h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/12$1,432
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Thu 6/1910:20 pmJNB - GIG
1 stop46h 30mEmirates
Sat 8/23:05 amGIG - JNB
1 stop26h 10mEmirates
Deal found 6/12$1,452
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 6/10$1,472
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Tue 6/176:50 pmJNB - GIG
1 stop29h 55mAir France
Tue 8/510:05 pmGIG - JNB
1 stop29h 25mAir France
Deal found 6/12$1,602
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Wed 7/231:55 pmJNB - GIG
2 stops36h 20mQatar Airways
Fri 8/295:15 amGIG - JNB
2 stops29h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/12$1,662
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sat 7/261:25 pmJNB - SDU
2 stops48h 15mEmirates
Sat 8/211:25 amSDU - JNB
2 stops52h 25mEmirates
Deal found 6/11$1,710
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/258:25 pmJNB - SDU
2 stops46h 10mQatar Airways
Fri 8/12:20 pmSDU - JNB
2 stops38h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/10$2,331

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 June 12, 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

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Rio de Janeiro

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/24

12:45 am-9:30 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 8/1

6:15 am-2:40 pm

2 stops27h 25m

$724

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/10

3:05 pm-7:20 am

1 stop21h 15m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 7/23

9:20 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops33h 55m

$763

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/25

3:05 pm-8:40 am

1 stop22h 35m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Fri 8/1

7:55 am-2:40 pm

2 stops25h 45m

$1,297

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/25

3:05 pm-1:05 am

1 stop15h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 8/1

11:00 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops32h 15m

$1,359

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/26

7:35 pm-4:55 am

2 stops38h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 8/9

3:25 pm-9:20 am

2 stops36h 55m

$1,391

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

$1,472

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/26

1:25 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop31h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 8/8

3:05 am-4:15 pm

1 stop32h 10m

$1,492

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/21

7:10 pm-8:40 am

2 stops42h 30m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 8/26

11:25 am-10:15 am

2 stops41h 50m

$1,609

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/25

7:25 pm-5:35 am

1 stop39h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 8/1

4:55 pm-9:25 am

1 stop35h 30m

$1,935

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/25

8:25 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops46h 10m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Fri 8/1

2:20 pm-9:35 am

2 stops38h 15m

$2,331

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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 June 9, 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 June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, KLM and LATAM Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,785 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,463 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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 $750. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are South African, from $1,185, and SWISS, from $1,213. LATAM Airlines is 12% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is LATAM Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $586. However, be on the lookout for offers from Emirates and KLM, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro for a low price.

  • 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Rio de Janeiro?

    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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