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 80% 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.

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 Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is 14h 15m on average, while flying from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is 33h 40m on average. Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is the most popular airport in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

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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 January 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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Fri, May 15 - Sat, May 23

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Mar 15

JNB15:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

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GIG0:30Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mar 29

GIG17:05Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

13h 50m

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JNB11:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 710

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Mar 13

JNB15:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

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GIG0:20Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mar 26

GIG17:10Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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JNB12:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Feb 12

JNB15:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

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GIG0:20Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Feb 26

GIG19:35Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

12h 05m

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R10 982

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Mar 13

CPT13:40Cape Town Intl

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GIG3:45Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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Mar 12

CPT13:40Cape Town Intl

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Jun 18

CPT18:25Cape Town Intl

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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 May, then flying in August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R12 644.

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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 R14 438 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 R11 781 on momondo.

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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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