How long does it take to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

The average flight duration from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is 12h 45m on average, while flying from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is 15h 40m on average. Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is the most popular airport in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

Which airlines fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

LATAM Airlines, South African and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from South Africa according to our data. LATAM Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 81% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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TAAG is the most popular carrier operating from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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The number of operators available for flights from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is 3 as of June 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport 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 Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Aug 25

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Sat, Aug 15 - Fri, Aug 21

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13h 55m

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LATAM Airlines flights from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

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Jul 2

CPT15:50Cape Town Intl

13h 15m

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GIG0:05Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Jul 8

GIG18:35Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

11h 20m

1 stop

CPT10:55Cape Town Intl

R11 772

LATAM Airlines

Aug 15

CPT15:50Cape Town Intl

13h 55m

1 stop

GIG0:45Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Aug 21

GIG7:00Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

22h 55m

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CPT10:55Cape Town Intl

R11 870

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Jul 2

CPT15:50Cape Town Intl

24h 30m

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GIG11:20Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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GIG5:00Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

24h 55m

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Sept 11

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

37h 30m

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GIG18:35Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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R20 922

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Jul 24

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

29h 55m

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Jul 30

GIG7:35Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

28h 55m

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Nov 25

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

33h 15m

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GIG16:50Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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GIG12:15Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

41h 15m

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Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

If you aren’t able to travel to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport during the month of April, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R10 172.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport for around R15 449 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–Galeão Intl Airport from South Africa for as low as R12 052 on momondo.

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The number of operators available for flights from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is 3 as of June 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport 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 Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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