What is the cheapest airline that flies from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa?

LATAM Airlines, United Airlines, and GOL are the most popular carriers operating from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa

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

Prices for flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa are updated daily.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The required travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

R9 726 Cheap Flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa in 2026

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17:35 - 12:45

GIG

JNB

14h 10m

1 stop

15:35 - 9:25

JNB

GIG

22h 50m

1 stop

R12 037LATAM Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 11

17:35 - 12:45

GIG

JNB

14h 10m

1 stop

15:35 - 0:05

JNB

GIG

13h 30m

1 stop

R12 070LATAM Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24

19:30 - 12:45

GIG

JNB

12h 15m

1 stop

10:25 - 8:40

JNB

GIG

27h 15m

2 stops

R12 221LATAM Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Nov 12

19:10 - 12:45

GIG

JNB

36h 35m

2 stops

15:35 - 14:20

JNB

GIG

27h 45m

1 stop

R12 472LATAM Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 11

19:10 - 12:45

GIG

JNB

36h 35m

2 stops

15:35 - 10:10

JNB

GIG

23h 35m

2 stops

R12 556LATAM Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 11

15:00 - 17:25

GIG

JNB

21h 25m

2 stops

14:55 - 8:00

JNB

GIG

22h 05m

1 stop

R12 656LATAM Airlines

Fri, Aug 21 - Sun, Sep 6

15:00 - 17:25

GIG

JNB

21h 25m

2 stops

14:55 - 8:00

JNB

GIG

22h 05m

1 stop

R12 690LATAM Airlines

Fri, Aug 21 - Sun, Sep 6

8:35 - 12:45

GIG

JNB

23h 10m

2 stops

15:35 - 9:55

JNB

GIG

23h 20m

2 stops

R12 957LATAM Airlines

Sat, Nov 28 - Tue, Dec 8

18:50 - 12:45

SDU

JNB

12h 55m

1 stop

15:35 - 9:25

JNB

SDU

22h 50m

1 stop

R13 142LATAM Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24

18:50 - 12:45

SDU

JNB

12h 55m

1 stop

15:35 - 7:15

JNB

SDU

20h 40m

1 stop

R13 276LATAM Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Nov 11

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LATAM Airlines flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa

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LATAM Airlines

Nov 3

GIG17:35Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

14h 10m

1 stop

JNB12:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 11

JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 50m

1 stop

GIG9:25Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

R12 037

LATAM Airlines

Nov 17

GIG17:35Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

14h 10m

1 stop

JNB12:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 24

JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

13h 30m

1 stop

GIG0:05Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

R12 070

LATAM Airlines

Nov 3

GIG19:30Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

12h 15m

1 stop

JNB12:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 12

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 15m

2 stops

GIG8:40Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

R12 221

Ethiopian Air flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air

Aug 29

SDU7:55Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

55h 15m

2 stops

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 16

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

52h 20m

2 stops

SDU7:40Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

R18 080

Ethiopian Air

Aug 29

SDU7:55Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

55h 15m

2 stops

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 16

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

52h 20m

2 stops

SDU7:40Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

R18 147

Ethiopian Air

Aug 15

GIG18:50Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

38h 20m

2 stops

CPT14:10Cape Town Intl

Aug 19

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

38h 20m

2 stops

GIG23:10Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

R18 164

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Tue 3/11

17:35-12:45

1 stop14h 10m

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Wed 11/11

15:35-9:25

1 stop22h 50m

R12 037

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Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 17/11

17:35-12:45

1 stop14h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

15:35-0:05

1 stop13h 30m

R12 070

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 3/11

19:30-12:45

1 stop12h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

10:25-8:40

2 stops27h 15m

R12 221

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 1/11

19:10-12:45

2 stops36h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

15:35-14:20

1 stop27h 45m

R12 472

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 1/11

19:10-12:45

2 stops36h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

15:35-10:10

2 stops23h 35m

R12 556

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 21/8

15:00-17:25

2 stops21h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

14:55-8:00

1 stop22h 05m

R12 656

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 21/8

15:00-17:25

2 stops21h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

14:55-8:00

1 stop22h 05m

R12 690

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 28/11

8:35-12:45

2 stops23h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/12

15:35-9:55

2 stops23h 20m

R12 957

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

SDU - JNB

SDUJNB

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 17/11

18:50-12:45

1 stop12h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

15:35-9:25

1 stop22h 50m

R13 142

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

SDU - JNB

SDUJNB

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 26/10

18:50-12:45

1 stop12h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

15:35-7:15

1 stop20h 40m

R13 276

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Rio de Janeiro is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around R13 108, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in March, then you should wait until April to fly from Rio de Janeiro, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R13 744.

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You could potentially save up to 30% on your flight if you consider stops on a Rio de Janeiro to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	12h 00m
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The fastest flight from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa takes 12h 00m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa are updated daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The required travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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