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$1,134+ Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro (RIO) to Cape Town (CPT)

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 2/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIO — CPT
Nov 25 — Dec 21
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rio de Janeiro (RIO) to Cape Town (CPT). 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 November 20, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

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Cheapest in

June

Average price

$1,437

Round-trip from

$1,134
(GOL)
Provider with most accurate pricing for Rio de Janeiro (RIO)-Cape Town Intl flight deals.
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Best time to find cheap flights, 13% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in November 2024
From Rio de Janeiro (RIO) to Cape Town Intl

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Cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/27:45 pmGIG - CPT
2 stops19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/179:20 amCPT - GIG
2 stops27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,161
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/21:45 pmSDU - CPT
3 stops24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/178:55 amCPT - SDU
2 stops28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,227
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/67:40 pmGIG - CPT
2 stops36h 20mEthiopian Air
Tue 12/173:20 pmCPT - GIG
2 stops32h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/19$1,658
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/75:30 pmSDU - CPT
2 stops39h 15mEthiopian Air
Tue 12/173:20 pmCPT - SDU
2 stops33h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/19$1,785
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/43:45 amGIG - CPT
1 stop32h 00mEmirates
Fri 1/171:40 pmCPT - GIG
1 stop31h 15mEmirates
Deal found 11/19$1,884
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/298:15 pmSDU - CPT
2 stops33h 25mQatar Airways
Sat 2/112:35 pmCPT - SDU
2 stops49h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/19$2,366
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/28:50 pmGIG - CPT
1 stop43h 40mKLM
Tue 12/1711:59 pmCPT - GIG
1 stop47h 41mKLM
Deal found 11/19$2,603
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/66:10 pmGIG - CPT
1 stop37h 00mBritish Airways
Mon 12/167:40 pmCPT - GIG
2 stops43h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/19$2,862
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/810:30 pmGIG - CPT
2 stops31h 05mQatar Airways
Fri 12/136:55 pmCPT - GIG
2 stops31h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/19$3,091
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Mon 12/93:25 pmGIG - CPT
1 stop38h 30mLufthansa
Thu 12/196:30 pmCPT - GIG
1 stop40h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 11/19$4,008

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Rio de JaneiroCape Town

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 2/11

6:40 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop12h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/25

12:40 pm-7:10 am

1 stop23h 30m

$1,134

Rio de JaneiroCape Town

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 12/2

7:45 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops19h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/17

9:20 am-8:00 am

2 stops27h 40m

$1,161

Rio de JaneiroCape Town

SDU - CPT

SDUCPT

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 12/2

1:45 pm-7:20 pm

3 stops24h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/17

8:55 am-8:25 am

2 stops28h 30m

$1,227

Rio de JaneiroCape Town

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 1/22

9:55 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops37h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/2

8:50 pm-9:35 am

2 stops41h 45m

$1,444

Rio de JaneiroCape Town

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 1/22

8:50 pm-6:10 am

1 stop28h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/3

8:05 am-6:40 pm

1 stop39h 35m

$1,537

Rio de JaneiroCape Town

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 2/27

9:15 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops36h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/10

2:35 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops37h 40m

$1,554

Rio de JaneiroCape Town

SDU - CPT

SDUCPT

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 2/27

5:30 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops38h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/10

2:35 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops34h 35m

$1,556

Rio de JaneiroCape Town

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 2/25

8:15 pm-10:20 am

2 stops33h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/10

6:45 pm-9:35 am

2 stops43h 50m

$1,604

Rio de JaneiroCape Town

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 3/1

7:35 pm-10:30 am

2 stops33h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/10

12:35 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops37h 40m

$1,669

Rio de JaneiroCape Town

GIG - CPT

GIGCPT

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 2/26

3:45 am-11:40 am

1 stop26h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/7

1:40 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop31h 15m

$1,684

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 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 Rio de Janeiro-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Rio de Janeiro-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Rio de Janeiro-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Rio de Janeiro-Cape Town 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 Rio de Janeiro-Cape Town flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town

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Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 0.8 - 3.9 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated November 20, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town, such as Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience

8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience

7.8
Good
1,350 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience

7.5
Good
3,831 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience

7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience

7.3
Good
1,137 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Rio de Janeiro?

    Located just 9.7 mi from the city center, Cape Town Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Cape Town from Rio de Janeiro. Booking flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town Intl (CPT) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Rio de Janeiro from 0 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town round-trip?

    Flying on GOL is currently your cheapest option to Cape Town, with prices starting at $1,134. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and KLM, with the lowest prices starting at $1,444 and $1,537, respectively. GOL is 21% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town 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 Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town (average of $1,286). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,764). 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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