Question 1

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Rio de Janeiro?

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To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Rio de Janeiro.

Question 2

Can I find flights to Rio de Janeiro with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for flights to Rio de Janeiro to just show those with flexible booking policies.

Question 3

How can momondo help me find flights to Rio de Janeiro?

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momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight to Rio de Janeiro.

Question 4

I’m not ready to book a flight to Rio de Janeiro right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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If you are not ready to book a flight to Rio de Janeiro now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert; this is where momondo will track prices on flights to Rio de Janeiro and let you know when they change.

Question 5

When is the best time to plan a beach trip to Rio de Janeiro?

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The month of May, August, or September is often the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro to go to the beach due to the weather. Copacabana Beach is the most often visited beach in the area.

Question 6

How far in advance should I book a flight to Rio de Janeiro?

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In general, most travellers find the cheapest time to book a flight to Rio de Janeiro is about 33 days prior to their departure date, when tickets on average are R15 259.

Question 7

Is there an alternative airport near Rio de Janeiro?

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Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near Rio de Janeiro is possible. If you are planning a flight to Rio de Janeiro, consider booking flights to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (2 km from Rio de Janeiro city centre).

Question 8

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Rio de Janeiro?

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Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport has an average price of R1 489 per person and is typically the cheapest airport to fly into when visiting Rio de Janeiro. This average price does vary based on departure city. Try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool to find the cheapest flight.

Question 9

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Rio de Janeiro?

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Users booking trips to Rio de Janeiro from Sao Paulo found flights 17% cheaper than the average price of flights to Rio de Janeiro. To find the cheapest price to Rio de Janeiro from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Question 10

Are there flights to Barra da Tijuca?

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Yes. To go to Barra da Tijuca, book a flight to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont which is in Rio de Janeiro and is about 21,1 km away from Barra da Tijuca.

Question 11

What’s the closest airport to Copacabana Beach?

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Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont airport is 6,7 km from Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, making it the closest airport.

Question 12

Which airlines fly to Rio de Janeiro?

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LATAM Airlines is the airline most momondo users in South Africa opt for when booking flights to Rio de Janeiro. South African, Emirates and SWISS are also popular choices when flying to Rio de Janeiro from South Africa. Most major airlines flying from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro will offer flights on a regular basis, though your options may vary depending on what airport you fly from.

Question 13

Emirates Flights to Rio de Janeiro

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There are 14 Emirates flights to Rio de Janeiro in a normal week. The most common departure point is Panama City Tocumen Intl and the best Emirates ticket price seen on momondo is R22 142 (last 72 hours, from Johannesburg OR Tambo, to Rio de Janeiro). Emirates has a score of 8,1 from 3 315 user reviews on momondo.

Question 14

South African Flights to Rio de Janeiro

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South African flight deals to Rio de Janeiro start from R10 394 - this is the best price found recently on momondo, and was a return journey departing from Cape Town Intl. Over any normal week, South African flight prices are typically higher, but vary depending on where you fly from - Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl is the most popular South African departure point to Rio de Janeiro so generally has the most availability. South African is scored a 7,7/10 in 41 reviews.

Question 15

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Rio de Janeiro?

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Prices for flights to Rio de Janeiro are updated daily.

Question 16

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Rio de Janeiro?

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As of August 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights to Rio de Janeiro.

Question 17

How old do you have to be to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

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The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Rio de Janeiro.

Question 18

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

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The travel and health documents required for your trip to Rio de Janeiro can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Rio de Janeiro. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Question 19

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Rio de Janeiro?

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On average, the least expensive day to fly to Rio de Janeiro from South Africa is on a Thursday. momondo users have found tickets for Thursday departures for as low as R15 483. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro on a Wednesday will generally be more expensive and average around R21 860. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

Question 20

What is the cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

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In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R13 358. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of May, then book flights to Rio de Janeiro from South Africa during March instead. Flights to Rio de Janeiro in March, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around R13 797.

Question 21

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Rio de Janeiro?

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The cheapest time of day to fly to Rio de Janeiro is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as R15 396. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of R21 887.

Question 22

How far in advance should I book a flight to Rio de Janeiro?

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Rio de Janeiro from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Rio de Janeiro for around R15 440 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Rio de Janeiro from South Africa for as low as R13 060 on momondo.

Question 23

How long does it take to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

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On average, it takes 12h 55m to fly from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro if you fly out of Johannesburg OR Tambo (the most popular airport in South Africa) and into Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (the most popular airport in Rio de Janeiro). If you’re flying out of Cape Town Intl and into Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, then the flight time is around 36h 15m.

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO RIO DE JANEIRO FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	May	13% cheaper	Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rio de Janeiro costs on average just R13 358 in May
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO RIO DE JANEIRO FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	December	22% more expensive	It costs about R18 618 for flights to Rio de Janeiro from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO RIO DE JANEIRO FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	December	350% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Rio de Janeiro from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December than any other month

Best One-Way Price	R7 152
Best Round-Trip Price	R11 956
Fastest flight time	21h 05m
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When is the best time to plan a beach trip to Rio de Janeiro?

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Rio de Janeiro?

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How can momondo help me find flights to Rio de Janeiro?

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