JNB - RIO

$948 Find Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro departing on 1/29. 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.
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$948
Typical prices: $868-$1,235
Multiple Airlines
Thu 1/29Thu 2/5
JNB - GIG • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$1,467
Emirates
Tue 2/24
JNB - GIG • 3 stops
Top airlines
LATAM Airlines
Cheapest • from $1,090 (round-trip)
LATAM Airlines
Best reviews • 7.5 score
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 16% price drop
December
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro (JNB-RIO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Johannesburg 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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Recent round-trip flight deals from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro

Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5
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4:40 pm - 6:45 pmJNB-GIG
31h 05m2 stops
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9:05 pm - 2:40 pmGIG-JNB
36h 35m3 stops
$948Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5
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4:40 pm - 12:45 amJNB-GIG
37h 05m3 stops
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9:05 pm - 2:40 pmGIG-JNB
36h 35m3 stops
$968Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5
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3:30 pm - 2:20 pmJNB-GIG
27h 50m1 stop
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5:05 pm - 12:40 pmGIG-JNB
14h 35m1 stop
$1,090LATAM Airlines
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Thu, Jan 29 - Wed, Feb 4
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6:50 pm - 3:55 pmJNB-GIG
26h 05m1 stop
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3:45 am - 4:35 pmGIG-JNB
31h 50m1 stop
$1,271Emirates
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Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5
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3:30 pm - 1:15 pmJNB-SDU
26h 45m1 stop
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8:05 pm - 12:40 pmSDU-JNB
11h 35m1 stop
$1,276LATAM Airlines
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Fri, Feb 13 - Mon, Mar 2
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7:35 pm - 2:35 pmJNB-GIG
48h 00m2 stops
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11:30 am - 10:25 amGIG-JNB
41h 55m2 stops
$1,283British Airways
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Fri, Feb 13 - Fri, Feb 27
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7:35 pm - 2:35 pmJNB-GIG
48h 00m2 stops
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12:10 pm - 10:25 amGIG-JNB
41h 15m2 stops
$1,364British Airways
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Fri, Feb 13 - Wed, Feb 25
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10:20 pm - 3:55 pmJNB-GIG
46h 35m1 stop
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3:45 am - 5:35 amGIG-JNB
44h 50m1 stop
$1,418Emirates
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Thu, Dec 25 - Wed, Jan 14
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1:45 pm - 1:15 pmJNB-SDU
28h 30m2 stops
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8:05 pm - 8:40 amSDU-JNB
31h 35m2 stops
$2,136Qatar Airways
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Thu, Dec 25 - Mon, Jan 12
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1:45 pm - 1:15 pmJNB-SDU
28h 30m2 stops
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2:00 pm - 3:55 amSDU-JNB
32h 55m2 stops
$2,228Qatar Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro flights

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

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro is May, where tickets cost $743 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,099 and $1,045 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

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Good to know

Low seasonMay
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 17% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 23% increase in price.

When to book flights from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro was $1,467 for a one-way ticket and $948 for a round-trip.

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

    A passport is required to fly from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro.

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

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top airline flying from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg 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.
7.5
LATAM AirlinesOverall score based on 1886 reviews
7.3Comfort
7.6Boarding
6.7Food
7.0Entertainment
8.0Crew
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Latam may be the worst airline in the world, far worse than even the lowest of low cost airlines in the USA. I wasted hours trying to PAY THEM TO CHECK A BAG! Then they misled me at the terminal, sent me through the wrong security line, the list goes on and on... Just absolutely terrible in every way. Avoid at all costs.

2.0 MediocreBenjamin, Oct 2025MIA - LIM
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Latam may be the worst airline in the world, far worse than even the lowest of low cost airlines in the USA. I wasted hours trying to PAY THEM TO CHECK A BAG! Then they misled me at the terminal, sent me through the wrong security line, the list goes on and on... Just absolutely terrible in every way. Avoid at all costs.

Poor, the airline was not able to help me move flights.

Check in -- in business took over 30 mins as there was only one attendant. Boarding was also a mess. The seat was too narrow and was not working properly. Food was very bad and the entertainment very poor. Crew was very polite and helpful, in fairness.

The way the Pilot made all announcements, specially the way he congratulated the entire crew as the best team ever, making a comment that due to them they were able to shorter the delay to the destination. Amazing flight .

Just to drop my already labeled bag it took 50 minutes inline. Completely disappointed with Latam operation at GRU

I’m entitled to a refund per LATAM due to the mid flight itinerary change and being stuck in São Paulo for 24 hours and needing to get a hotel. The airline was dismissive and of no help.

I couldn't travel, now I can't get a refund and to change the date I have to pay an absurd fine.

Boarding was confusing with a delayed flight because there was no English translation

My biggest complaint is the comfort. I am not tall and there was no legroom. It was very uncomfortable. During my transfer in Sao Paola, the flight was slightly delayed so boarding was confusing because there were no instructions in English.

Bought a ticket that included a bag and they still charged me to check it in, latam is the worst airline.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Johannesburg (JNB)