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Find cheap flights from London to Rio de Janeiro from $532

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from London to Rio de Janeiro departing on 5/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from London to Rio de Janeiro, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from London to Rio de Janeiro, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from London to Rio de Janeiro (LHR-RIO)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from London to Rio de Janeiro that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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1:45 pm - 5:35 amLHR-GIG
19h 50m2 stops
4:25 pm - 9:30 pmGIG-LHR
25h 05m2 stops
$760SWISS
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Tue, May 14 - Tue, Jul 16
8:40 am - 5:35 amLHR-GIG
24h 55m2 stops
4:25 pm - 8:15 amGIG-LHR
59h 50m2 stops
$809SWISS
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Fri, May 17 - Tue, Jun 11
11:35 am - 6:50 amLHR-GIG
23h 15m1 stop
6:20 pm - 10:15 amGIG-LHR
35h 55m2 stops
$813Delta
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Tue, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 24
6:00 am - 5:40 pmLHR-GIG
15h 40m1 stop
8:25 pm - 3:35 pmGIG-LHR
15h 10m1 stop
$818TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Wed, Oct 9 - Wed, Oct 23
3:55 pm - 12:35 amLHR-GIG
36h 40m2 stops
6:45 am - 7:55 pmGIG-LHR
34h 10m2 stops
$819Delta
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Mon, Jun 10 - Thu, Nov 21
6:00 am - 5:25 pmLHR-GIG
15h 25m1 stop
8:25 pm - 3:35 pmGIG-LHR
15h 10m1 stop
$826TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Mon, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 23
6:00 am - 12:45 amLHR-GIG
22h 45m2 stops
8:50 am - 10:55 pmGIG-LHR
34h 05m3 stops
Mon, May 20 - Mon, May 27
6:00 am - 12:45 amLHR-GIG
22h 45m2 stops
8:00 am - 10:55 pmGIG-LHR
34h 55m2 stops
Mon, May 20 - Mon, May 27
9:55 pm - 5:35 amLHR-GIG
11h 40mnonstop
4:30 pm - 7:50 amGIG-LHR
11h 20mnonstop
$885British Airways
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Sun, Oct 13 - Sun, Oct 20
9:55 pm - 5:35 amLHR-GIG
11h 40mnonstop
4:30 pm - 7:50 amGIG-LHR
11h 20mnonstop
$903British Airways
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Thu, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 22

Flights from London to Rio de Janeiro - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from London to Rio de Janeiro to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for one-way flights from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a one-way flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro cost $667 and was between London Heathrow Airport and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is $1,021.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Rio de Janeiro?

The average price of all flights from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If you are looking for a flight deal from London to Rio de Janeiro, look for departures on Mondays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Rio de Janeiro, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro is March, where tickets cost $840 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of tickets is $1,282 and $1,224 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 84 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from London to Rio de Janeiro?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The best deals for a one-way ticket found by KAYAK users over the last 3 days were on Lufthansa ($552) and SWISS ($590). The cheapest round-trip tickets were found on SWISS ($760) and Delta ($813).

Which airlines fly non-stop between London Heathrow Airport and Rio de Janeiro?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
There is just one airline that flies from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro direct and that is British Airways. The best one-way deal found from British Airways for the route is $894.

How many flights are there between London Heathrow Airport and Rio de Janeiro per day?

Each day, there are 2 nonstop flights that take off from London Heathrow Airport and land in Rio de Janeiro, with an average flight time of 11h 40m. The most common departure time is 9:00 pm and most flights take off in the evening. Each week, there are 14 flights and there are the same amount of flights each day 2.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between London Heathrow Airport and Rio de Janeiro?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from London to Rio de Janeiro take?

A direct flight to Rio de Janeiro will take on average 11h 40m to travel the 5,750 miles flying distance from London.

What’s the earliest departure time from London to Rio de Janeiro?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from London Heathrow Airport at 9:55 pm and will be landing in Rio de Janeiro at 5:35 am.

What’s the latest departure time from London to Rio de Janeiro?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro jets off at 9:55 pm and lands at 5:35 am.

Good to know

Low season

June

High season

December
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 10% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 25% increase in price.

When to book flights from London to Rio de Janeiro

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from London to Rio de Janeiro based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking London to Rio de Janeiro flights

  • What family services are available at the airports?

    All London airports as well as Rio de Janeiro Airport have baby changing rooms. Heathrow, Gatwick and London City Airport have several children’s play areas, and a fun pack including puzzles, word searches, a deck of cards and crayons can even be obtained from the staff at London City Airport. Strollers can also be borrowed for free at both Gatwick and Rio de Janeiro Airport.

  • Which London airport is the easiest to get to?

    As London City Airport is the only airport within the city limits of London, it is easily the fastest and most convenient airport to reach from the city centre. City buses and the Docklands Light Railway connect the airport to the London Underground and the rest of the city. Heathrow Airport is still fairly convenient due to its direct connection with the London Underground, as well as the Heathrow Express and Heathrow Connect trains, which take 15min and 30min respectively from Paddington Station. Gatwick, located halfway between London and Brighton, might be a good option if travelling from south London or the south of England. It can be reached with a 30min Express train from Victoria Station.

  • Are there on-site hotels at Rio de Janeiro Airport?

    Yes, if you are suffering from jet lag, there are options throughout the airport: Aerotel is located right in the secure area of the international terminal, the Rio Aeroporto hotel is in the airport but before security, and the Linx Hotel International Airport Galeao is just outside the hotel with a free shuttle service.

  • What are my transportation options from Rio de Janeiro Airport?

    If not renting a car or using taxis, public transportation to and from the airport comes in the form of buses. BRT (Bus Rapid Transport) is what the airport recommends for quicker travel, as the buses use exclusive lanes to avoid traffic, and there is an express line with fewer stops. Otherwise, standard and special buses link the airport to the city, with timetables available online. Fares for BRT as well as most standard buses start at around R$4.05 (£0.50).

  • What is the cheapest flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro was $532 for a one-way ticket and $760 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between London and Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London to Rio de Janeiro?

    The Boeing 777 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the London to Rio de Janeiro flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from London to Rio de Janeiro?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between London and Rio de Janeiro.

  • On which days can I fly direct from London to Rio de Janeiro?

    There are nonstop flights from London to Rio de Janeiro on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from London to Rio de Janeiro?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from London to Rio de Janeiro.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from London to Rio de Janeiro?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Rio de Janeiro from London is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from London to Rio de Janeiro?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Rio de Janeiro with an airline and back to London with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from London to Rio de Janeiro?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Rio de Janeiro from London up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from London to Rio de Janeiro

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $894 or less one-way and $1,184 or less round-trip.
  • London has a whopping six airports, but flights to Rio de Janeiro usually depart from Heathrow Airport (LHR), Gatwick Airport (LGW) or London City Airport (LCY).
  • Rio de Janeiro/Galeão International Airport (GIG) is the sole international airport serving Rio de Janeiro and is located 12 miles from the city centre. For car hire, head to the arrivals area of Terminal 2 and select from Avis, Localiza, Hertz, Movida, and Unidas.
  • Heathrow Airport’s size and traffic levels make for trickier navigation and longer queues, so make sure to arrive extra early. The airport sells fast-track security access for a cost of around £12.50.
  • Most flights from London to Rio de Janeiro require at least one stopover. If you need a direct flight, these are available from Heathrow Airport with British Airways.
  • When you’re done with shopping and eating, you can visit Heathrow’s art gallery in Terminal 5. Gatwick has newspapers and magazines that you can pick up for free at the Green Bug Media stands. Both airports have prayer areas and Gatwick’s offers scheduled services held by Anglican, Roman Catholic, and Free Church chaplains, as well as Buddhist services.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from London to Rio de Janeiro?

Find which airlines fly direct from Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

London Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro

Monday

British Airways, Iberia

British Airways, Iberia

Tuesday

British Airways, Iberia

British Airways, Iberia

Wednesday

British Airways, Iberia

British Airways, Iberia

Thursday

British Airways, Iberia

British Airways, Iberia

Friday

British Airways, Iberia

British Airways, Iberia

Saturday

British Airways, Iberia

British Airways, Iberia

Sunday

British Airways, Iberia

British Airways, Iberia

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Nonstop returns

Rio de Janeiro to London Heathrow

Monday

British Airways, Iberia

British Airways, Iberia

Tuesday

British Airways, Iberia

British Airways, Iberia

Wednesday

British Airways, Iberia

British Airways, Iberia

Thursday

British Airways, Iberia

British Airways, Iberia

Friday

British Airways, Iberia

British Airways, Iberia

Saturday

British Airways, Iberia

British Airways, Iberia

Sunday

British Airways, Iberia

British Airways, Iberia

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Top airline flying from London to Rio de Janeiro

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from London to Rio de Janeiro. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from London to Rio de Janeiro? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
6.8
British AirwaysOverall score based on 6927 reviews
6.4food
6.8comfort
7.0boarding
7.7crew
6.5entertainment
Airline reviews

Self check in Kiosk did not recognize that I had prepaid for my luggage. This caused a 40 minute delay even though I had my British Airways email receipt for the prepaid luggage.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2024LHR - FCO
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Self check in Kiosk did not recognize that I had prepaid for my luggage. This caused a 40 minute delay even though I had my British Airways email receipt for the prepaid luggage.

Crew were very friendly and helpful. They explained to us in detail the delay in our takeoff due to the storm that rolled in from Belfast and did their best to make up the time. Always great to fly BA!

Staff were very helpful. The free WiFi for messages was also very useful to keep in touch

Crew was more interested on looking at their phones than welcoming passengers during boarding.

The crew was very attentive and kept busy serving a variety of treats!

Terrible. Missed my flight to final destination because of delayed British Airways flight. Had to spend 12 hours in airport and $1500 for new plane tickets

The crew on board were all very pleasant and happy to help. The flight had the old business class seats. The departure board in the business lounge did not update and kept on saying ' gate open' but never said boarding. When I got nervous about the departure time and walked to the gate I was told off rudely for being late.

Offered vegetable curry when it was actually tofu which I don’t care for.

The flight was good the crew excellent…but take off delayed three hours!!!

The boarding process was a disaster. No one respects the boarding groups—tired old aeroplane. There are no sockets to charge phones. The cushion seats are ancient and hurts back and gluts

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from London to Rio de Janeiro found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
5/18Sat
2 stops
45h 40mLHR-GIG
$532
5/18Sat
3 stops
39h 00mLHR-GIG
$551
5/18Sat
1 stopLufthansa
25h 05mLHR-GIG
$552
5/27Mon
1 stopLufthansa
15h 05mLHR-GIG
$572
5/23Thu
2 stopsSWISS
21h 30mLHR-GIG
$590
5/31Fri
2 stopsSWISS
24h 40mLHR-GIG
$600
5/28Tue
1 stopKLM
17h 15mLHR-GIG
$640
6/7Fri
1 stopKLM
26h 50mLHR-GIG
$672
5/31Fri
nonstopBritish Airways
11h 40mLHR-GIG
$768
5/28Tue
nonstopBritish Airways
11h 40mLHR-GIG
$790

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Last minute flights from London to Rio de Janeiro

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from London to Rio de Janeiro that are departing in the next 10 days.
4/28Sun
multi-stopSWISS
41h 30mLHR-GIG
5/5Sun
multi-stopSWISS
36h 50mGIG-LHR
$2,541
4/27Sat
multi-stopSWISS
18h 50mLHR-GIG
5/5Sun
multi-stopSWISS
19h 55mGIG-LHR
$3,009
4/28Sun
multi-stopSWISS
18h 55mLHR-GIG
5/4Sat
multi-stopSWISS
17h 45mGIG-LHR
$9,287

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London - Rio de Janeiro Flights

Departure:

London (LHR)United Kingdom

Cabin classes:

$3,605
$1,985
$1,021

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