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$572+ Cheap flights from Heathrow (LHR) 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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — RIO
May 23 — May 301
Sat 5/23
Sat 5/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro are usually found in March or September, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 23, 2026.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/96:35 pm
LHR
-
GIG
1 stop29h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/910:00 pm
GIG
-
LHR
1 stop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$956
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/157:15 pm
LHR
-
GIG
1 stop28h 30m
KLM
Thu 6/259:55 pm
GIG
-
LHR
1 stop15h 40m
KLM
Deal found 4/21$957
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/138:40 am
LHR
-
GIG
1 stop15h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/2610:00 pm
GIG
-
LHR
1 stop29h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$958
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/286:45 pm
LHR
-
GIG
2 stops28h 25m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 6/108:25 pm
GIG
-
LHR
1 stop21h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 4/20$962
This ITA Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 ITA Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1110:30 am
LHR
-
GIG
1 stop22h 35m
ITA Airways
Wed 6/242:25 pm
GIG
-
LHR
1 stop15h 15m
ITA Airways
Deal found 4/21$966
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/91:00 pm
LHR
-
GIG
2 stops50h 05m
Air Canada
Wed 1/279:00 pm
GIG
-
LHR
1 stop30h 30m
Air Canada
Deal found 4/23$979
This ITA Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 ITA Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/164:30 pm
LHR
-
SDU
2 stops42h 10m
ITA Airways
Tue 12/18:15 am
SDU
-
LHR
2 stops28h 25m
ITA Airways
Deal found 4/23$986
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/78:55 pm
LHR
-
GIG
1 stop26h 50m
KLM
Mon 6/89:55 pm
GIG
-
LHR
1 stop29h 45m
KLM
Deal found 4/20$989
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 11/59:05 am
LHR
-
GIG
2 stops24h 35m
Austrian Airlines
Fri 11/203:35 pm
GIG
-
LHR
2 stops24h 05m
Austrian Airlines
Deal found 4/19$995
This ITA Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 ITA Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/2410:30 am
LHR
-
GIG
1 stop23h 10m
ITA Airways
Mon 11/303:35 pm
GIG
-
LHR
1 stop15h 05m
ITA Airways
Deal found 4/19$1,000
This ITA Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 ITA Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/310:30 am
LHR
-
SDU
2 stops33h 15m
ITA Airways
Tue 11/241:45 pm
SDU
-
LHR
2 stops22h 55m
ITA Airways
Deal found 4/20$1,040
This ITA Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 ITA Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1010:30 am
LHR
-
SDU
2 stops33h 15m
ITA Airways
Wed 11/188:15 am
SDU
-
LHR
2 stops28h 25m
ITA Airways
Deal found 4/21$1,041

Find flight deals from Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) 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 April 23, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$956
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$572
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,108

Good one-way deal

$963 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($106 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($44 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Heathrow 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 April 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

LondonRio de Janeiro

LHR - GIG

LHRGIG

London Heathrow

Tue 6/9

9:45 pm-5:25 am

Nonstop11h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 6/17

4:45 pm-8:10 am

Nonstop11h 25m

$1,168

LondonRio de Janeiro

LHR - SDU

LHRSDU

London Heathrow

Mon 5/11

4:30 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops28h 15m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 5/26

8:15 am-9:40 am

2 stops21h 25m

$1,175

LondonRio de Janeiro

LHR - SDU

LHRSDU

London Heathrow

Sat 5/9

4:30 pm-11:10 am

2 stops22h 40m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 5/26

8:15 am-9:40 am

2 stops21h 25m

$1,175

LondonRio de Janeiro

LHR - GIG

LHRGIG

London Heathrow

Mon 6/8

9:45 pm-5:25 am

Nonstop11h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 6/17

4:45 pm-8:10 am

Nonstop11h 25m

$1,238

LondonRio de Janeiro

LHR - SDU

LHRSDU

London Heathrow

Wed 9/16

4:40 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops28h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Fri 9/25

1:45 pm-6:55 am

2 stops37h 10m

$1,256

LondonRio de Janeiro

LHR - SDU

LHRSDU

London Heathrow

Thu 9/17

2:10 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops30h 35m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 9/24

1:45 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops27h 40m

$1,256

LondonRio de Janeiro

LHR - GIG

LHRGIG

London Heathrow

Sat 6/13

8:00 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop25h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 7/3

7:15 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$1,269

LondonRio de Janeiro

LHR - GIG

LHRGIG

London Heathrow

Mon 10/12

9:45 pm-5:25 am

Nonstop11h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 10/26

8:30 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$1,279

LondonRio de Janeiro

LHR - GIG

LHRGIG

London Heathrow

Sun 9/6

9:45 pm-5:25 am

Nonstop11h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 9/18

4:45 pm-8:10 am

Nonstop11h 25m

$1,283

LondonRio de Janeiro

LHR - GIG

LHRGIG

London Heathrow

Mon 6/8

7:50 am-5:35 pm

1 stop13h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 6/17

4:45 pm-8:10 am

Nonstop11h 25m

$1,299

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Compare providers for flights from Heathrow 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 Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice 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 London Heathrow Airport-Rio de Janeiro flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on London Heathrow Airport-Rio de Janeiro flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from London Heathrow Airport-Rio de Janeiro flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on London Heathrow Airport-Rio de Janeiro flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 London Heathrow 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 Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro

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

Everything you need to know about your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on April 17, 2026.

The best time to book flights from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro is 88 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro (average of $189). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro in February is currently the most expensive (average of $2,014). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LHR to RIO?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 23, 2026.

When flying from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro

Explore weekly flight availability from Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 23, 2026.

The most flights from LHR to RIO are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

How often are flights from London to Rio de Janeiro delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between London and Rio de Janeiro have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 105 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Over the last year, British Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

    There are many flights that can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro in 11h 40m. Fly via British Airways, ITA Airways, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro is about 5745 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro is British Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,288 on this airline.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

    Consider Finnair (88%), Iberia (88%) or British Airways (88%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro.

  • What are the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,045 for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro. The cheapest flight overall is $963 while the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl) is currently priced at $929.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Heathrow 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 Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow 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 London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro (average of $189). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro in February is currently the most expensive (average of $2,014). 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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Top airline flying from Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$1,288Average$1,739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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