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Cheapest round-trip
$866
Typical prices: $985-$1,557
LATAM Airlines
Wed 10/24Wed 10/31
GIG - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$707
Typical prices: $672-$1,014
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/3
GIG - CPT • 2 stops
When to travel
February
Cheapest • 35% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU)
Cheapest • Avg $1,179 (round-trip)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 26h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town (GIG-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town

Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
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10:15 pm - 12:40 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 25m2 stops Porto Alegre Salgado Filho Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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3:40 pm - 2:05 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
27h 25m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
$866LATAM Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
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10:15 pm - 12:40 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 25m2 stops Porto Alegre Salgado Filho Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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3:40 pm - 9:45 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
23h 05m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Vitória Eurico Sales
$871LATAM Airlines
Fri, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 15
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1:00 pm - 12:40 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 40m2 stops Vitória Eurico Sales Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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3:40 pm - 9:55 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
23h 15m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Vitória Eurico Sales
$988LATAM Airlines
Mon, Mar 1 - Wed, Mar 17
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7:30 pm - 5:20 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 50m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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9:55 am - 1:00 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
20h 05m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
$1,010Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 1 - Wed, Mar 17
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7:30 pm - 5:20 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 50m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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9:55 am - 1:00 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
20h 05m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
$1,011Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 26 - Thu, Mar 18
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3:30 pm - 12:40 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 10m2 stops Foz do Iguaçu Cataratas Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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3:40 pm - 7:20 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
20h 40m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Salvador Luis E. Magalhaes
$1,080LATAM Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
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11:10 am - 6:45 amGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 35m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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12:40 pm - 12:35 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
16h 55m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
$1,095Multiple Airlines
Wed, Mar 3 - Thu, Mar 18
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2:50 pm - 2:00 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 10m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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3:05 pm - 6:15 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
32h 10m2 stops Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
$1,109Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Nov 3
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9:55 pm - 1:00 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 05m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 pm - 8:20 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
35h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
$1,121Ethiopian Air
Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Nov 3
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9:55 pm - 2:10 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 15m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 pm - 8:20 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
35h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
$1,141Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand and travel trends for Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Round-trip flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town start at $866. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $985 to $1,557. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $866 on LATAM Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town, it is 32% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 52% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$707
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 20% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 31% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town

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Your Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town usually depart from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU) - 92% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 4% of one-stop connections

    Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    On the Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 55%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $845 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,871: a $1,026 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town International Convention Centre and Sea Point Pavilion. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town. Flights with 1 layover take between 12h 51m and 32h 29m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $866 to $3,920. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $841.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Flying via Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 12h 51m, compared with 26h 57m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 32h 29m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • What is the time difference between Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 5 hours ahead of Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (South Africa Time vs Brasilia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $3 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Europcar
    · Sixt
    · GREEN MOTION
    · Hertz
    · Woodford

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town flight?

    Round-trip flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town range from $985 to $1,557, with an average of $1,227 over the past 12 months. Anything below $985 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $845 - about $1,026 less than Monday (55% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Cape Town trip for February. Fares historically average $792 round-trip in that month - typically $963 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.
    - Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    - Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
    - Mbalentle

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