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

LATAM Airlines and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa

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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.

R10 376 Cheap Flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa in 2026/27

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17:40 - 12:45GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 05m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

15:35 - 7:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

21h 05m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R11 277LATAM Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Nov 11

19:30 - 12:45GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

12h 15m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

15:35 - 7:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

21h 05m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R11 294LATAM Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24

17:40 - 12:45GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 05m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

15:35 - 7:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

21h 05m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R11 326LATAM Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Nov 11

12:20 - 12:45GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 25m2 stops Brasilia Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

15:35 - 7:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

21h 05m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R11 835LATAM Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24

7:40 - 12:45GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 05m2 stops Curitiba Afonso Pena Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

15:35 - 16:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

29h 25m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Vitória Eurico Sales

R11 851LATAM Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Nov 11

9:30 - 12:45GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 15m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

15:35 - 12:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

26h 15m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Brasilia

R11 867LATAM Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Nov 11

18:55 - 12:45SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

12h 50m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

15:35 - 9:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

22h 50m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R11 917LATAM Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24

10:10 - 12:45SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 35m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

15:35 - 9:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

22h 50m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R11 933LATAM Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Nov 11

10:10 - 12:45SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 35m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

15:35 - 13:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

27h 00m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Brasilia

R11 949LATAM Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Nov 11

19:30 - 12:45GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

12h 15m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

15:35 - 7:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

21h 05m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R12 064LATAM Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Nov 11

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20:40 - 14:40GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

37h 00m2 stops Sao Paulo Viracopos Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl

R10 376Multiple Airlines

Tue, Dec 1

19:15 - 14:40SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

38h 25m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl

R10 474Multiple Airlines

Tue, Dec 1

9:40 - 14:40GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 00m2 stops Sao Paulo Viracopos Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl

R10 736Multiple Airlines

Fri, Dec 4

10:05 - 14:40SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 35m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl

R10 851Multiple Airlines

Fri, Dec 4

10:05 - 14:40SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 35m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl

R10 982Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 22

10:05 - 14:40SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 35m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl

R11 097Multiple Airlines

Wed, Feb 24

12:30 - 14:00GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

20h 30m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl

R11 212Multiple Airlines

Sun, Dec 6

8:30 - 4:15GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

38h 45m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl

R11 228Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 22

22:00 - 14:00GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 00m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl

R11 244Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jan 21

8:30 - 14:40GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 10m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl

R11 244Multiple Airlines

Wed, Feb 24

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20:20 - 12:10GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 50m2 stops Curitiba Afonso Pena Sao Paulo Congonhas

14:50 - 19:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

33h 45m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Curitiba Afonso Pena

R14 752LATAM Airlines

Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 21

18:35 - 12:10GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 35m2 stops Vitória Eurico Sales Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

14:50 - 20:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

34h 55m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R15 605LATAM Airlines

Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 21

19:30 - 11:05GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

10h 35m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

15:20 - 7:40CPT Cape Town Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

45h 20m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R17 637LATAM Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Mon, Dec 21

5:40 - 11:05GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 25m2 stops Curitiba Afonso Pena Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

15:20 - 7:40CPT Cape Town Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

45h 20m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R17 719LATAM Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Mon, Dec 21

8:55 - 11:05GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 10m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

15:40 - 1:00CPT Cape Town Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

14h 20m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R18 211LATAM Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Mon, Dec 21

20:10 - 11:05SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont-CPT Cape Town Intl

9h 55m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

15:40 - 9:25CPT Cape Town Intl-SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

22h 45m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R18 637LATAM Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Mon, Dec 21

6:10 - 11:05SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 55m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

15:20 - 17:25CPT Cape Town Intl-SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

55h 05m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R18 899LATAM Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Mon, Dec 21

6:35 - 14:40SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 05m3 stops Belo Horizonte Tancredo Neves Intl Sao Paulo Viracopos Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl

5:45 - 7:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

30h 35m2 stops Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R22 178Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 21

15:35 - 8:10SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

35h 35m2 stops Sao Paulo Congonhas Cape Town Intl

14:50 - 18:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

32h 35m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R22 866Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 21

7:10 - 14:40SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 30m2 stops Sao Paulo Congonhas Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl

5:45 - 7:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

30h 30m2 stops Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R23 407Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 21

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LATAM Airlines flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa

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LATAM Airlines

Oct 26

GIG17:40Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

14h 05m

1 stop

JNB12:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 11

JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 05m

1 stop

GIG7:40Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

R11 277

LATAM Airlines

Nov 17

GIG19:30Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

12h 15m

1 stop

JNB12:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 24

JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 05m

1 stop

GIG7:40Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

R11 294

LATAM Airlines

Oct 26

GIG17:40Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

14h 05m

1 stop

JNB12:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 11

JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 05m

1 stop

GIG7:40Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

R11 326

TAAG flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa

Our best TAAG deals on Rio de Janeiro to South Africa flight tickets

TAAG

Mar 1

GIG6:00Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

41h 15m

2 stops

JNB4:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 11

JNB16:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

35h 30m

2 stops

GIG23:10Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

R13 752

TAAG

Feb 12

GIG6:00Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

27h 40m

2 stops

JNB14:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 18

JNB16:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

35h 30m

2 stops

GIG23:10Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

R15 588

TAAG

Jan 29

GIG6:00Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

27h 00m

2 stops

CPT14:00Cape Town Intl

Feb 14

CPT15:05Cape Town Intl

34h 00m

2 stops

GIG20:05Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

R17 440

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GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 26/10

17:40-12:45

1 stop14h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

15:35-7:40

1 stop21h 05m

R11 277

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GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 17/11

19:30-12:45

1 stop12h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

15:35-7:40

1 stop21h 05m

R11 294

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 26/10

17:40-12:45

1 stop14h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

15:35-7:40

1 stop21h 05m

R11 326

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 17/11

12:20-12:45

2 stops19h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

15:35-7:40

1 stop21h 05m

R11 835

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 26/10

7:40-12:45

2 stops24h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

15:35-16:00

2 stops29h 25m

R11 851

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 26/10

9:30-12:45

1 stop22h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

15:35-12:50

2 stops26h 15m

R11 867

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SDUJNB

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 17/11

18:55-12:45

1 stop12h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

15:35-9:25

1 stop22h 50m

R11 917

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SDUJNB

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 26/10

10:10-12:45

1 stop21h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

15:35-9:25

1 stop22h 50m

R11 933

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SDUJNB

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 26/10

10:10-12:45

1 stop21h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

15:35-13:35

2 stops27h 00m

R11 949

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 26/10

19:30-12:45

1 stop12h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

15:35-7:40

1 stop21h 05m

R12 064

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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 R12 687, 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 October to fly from Rio de Janeiro, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R13 359.

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Best price found	R10 376
Fastest flight time	14h 55m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Rio de Janeiro in the past 72 hours is R10 376. The best return flight deal from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R11 277.

The fastest flight from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa takes 14h 55m

There are no direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa. There are no popular flight routes from Rio de Janeiro to South Africa.

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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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