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$418+ 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 5/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — RIO
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
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 April 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

OneTravel
3 stars

Round-trip from

$730
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$418
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$842
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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 April 17, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 stop13h 30mLATAM Airlines
Wed 5/216:10 pmGIG - JNB
1 stop13h 05mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/17$730
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/299:50 amJNB - SDU
1 stop27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/51:00 pmSDU - JNB
1 stop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$750
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/269:50 amJNB - GIG
1 stop16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/311:30 amGIG - JNB
2 stops17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$757
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/293:05 pmJNB - SDU
1 stop23h 30mLATAM Airlines
Wed 6/48:20 pmSDU - JNB
1 stop10h 55mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/17$784
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Fri 5/307:35 pmJNB - GIG
2 stops43h 00mSWISS
Sun 6/83:10 pmGIG - JNB
2 stops37h 10mSWISS
Deal found 4/17$1,009
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Wed 5/289:15 pmJNB - GIG
2 stops56h 35mBritish Airways
Fri 6/611:30 amGIG - JNB
2 stops40h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/17$1,057
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/267:00 pmJNB - GIG
1 stop38h 55mLufthansa
Fri 6/63:20 pmGIG - JNB
2 stops36h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 4/17$1,082
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/286:50 pmJNB - GIG
1 stop29h 50mAir France
Fri 6/67:40 amGIG - JNB
2 stops43h 50mAir France
Deal found 4/17$1,323
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Mon 6/2310:20 pmJNB - GIG
1 stop46h 30mEmirates
Wed 7/93:05 amGIG - JNB
1 stop36h 45mEmirates
Deal found 4/17$1,391
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/3011:15 pmJNB - GIG
1 stop25h 30mKLM
Thu 6/59:55 pmGIG - JNB
1 stop42h 25mKLM
Deal found 4/17$1,455
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 6/17:10 pmJNB - SDU
2 stops42h 30mEmirates
Wed 6/41:00 pmSDU - JNB
2 stops40h 15mEmirates
Deal found 4/17$1,502
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Sun 4/271:55 pmJNB - SDU
2 stops28h 45mQatar Airways
Thu 5/292:20 pmSDU - JNB
2 stops38h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/16$1,791

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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 April 17, 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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Return

Price

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/6

3:05 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop13h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 5/21

6:10 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop13h 05m

$730

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/29

9:50 am-8:40 am

1 stop27h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 6/5

1:00 pm-7:00 am

1 stop13h 00m

$750

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/26

9:50 am-9:15 pm

1 stop16h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 6/3

11:30 am-10:10 am

2 stops17h 40m

$757

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/29

3:05 pm-9:35 am

1 stop23h 30m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 6/4

8:20 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$784

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/30

7:35 pm-9:35 am

2 stops43h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 6/8

3:10 pm-9:20 am

2 stops37h 10m

$1,009

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/28

9:15 pm-12:50 am

2 stops56h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 6/6

11:30 am-9:25 am

2 stops40h 55m

$1,057

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/26

7:00 pm-4:55 am

1 stop38h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 6/6

3:20 pm-8:35 am

2 stops36h 15m

$1,082

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/28

6:50 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop29h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 6/6

7:40 am-8:30 am

2 stops43h 50m

$1,323

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/23

10:20 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop46h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 7/9

3:05 am-8:50 pm

1 stop36h 45m

$1,391

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/30

11:15 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop25h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 6/5

9:55 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop42h 25m

$1,455

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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 April.
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 11, 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 April 17, 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
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

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
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

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
1,329 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

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
1,761 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

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
1,435 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

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
1,580 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo 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.

  • 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 $730. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are SWISS, from $1,009, and British Airways, from $1,057. LATAM Airlines is 14% 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 $734. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Emirates, 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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