S$813 Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro

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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro (JNB-GIG)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$813 for one-way flights and S$1,544 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

British Airways
Thu, 15 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
JNB
Johannesburg
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
S$1,544 Return, found 1 day ago
S$1,544
Return
found 1 day ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Thu, 15 Oct from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro, returning Sat, 24 Oct, priced at S$1,544 found 1 day ago
British Airways
Sat, 10 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
JNB
Johannesburg
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
S$1,718 Return, found 1 day ago
S$1,718
Return
found 1 day ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Sat, 10 Oct from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro, returning Sat, 24 Oct, priced at S$1,718 found 1 day ago
Lufthansa
Thu, 15 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
JNB
Johannesburg
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
S$1,759 Return, found 1 day ago
S$1,759
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Thu, 15 Oct from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro, returning Sat, 24 Oct, priced at S$1,759 found 1 day ago
Lufthansa
Thu, 15 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
JNB
Johannesburg
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
S$1,849 Return, found 1 day ago
S$1,849
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Thu, 15 Oct from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro, returning Sat, 24 Oct, priced at S$1,849 found 1 day ago
Lufthansa
Thu, 15 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
JNB
Johannesburg
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
S$1,865 Return, found 1 day ago
S$1,865
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Thu, 15 Oct from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro, returning Sat, 24 Oct, priced at S$1,865 found 1 day ago
Lufthansa
Thu, 15 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
JNB
Johannesburg
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
S$1,916 Return, found 1 day ago
S$1,916
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Thu, 15 Oct from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro, returning Sat, 24 Oct, priced at S$1,916 found 1 day ago
Lufthansa
Thu, 15 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
JNB
Johannesburg
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
S$1,925 Return, found 1 day ago
S$1,925
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Thu, 15 Oct from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro, returning Sat, 24 Oct, priced at S$1,925 found 1 day ago
Emirates
Mon, 9 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
JNB
Johannesburg
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
S$1,983 Return, found 2 days ago
S$1,983
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Mon, 9 Nov from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro, returning Sat, 14 Nov, priced at S$1,983 found 2 days ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Thu, 15 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
JNB
Johannesburg
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
S$2,017 Return, found 1 day ago
S$2,017
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Thu, 15 Oct from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro, returning Sat, 24 Oct, priced at S$2,017 found 1 day ago
Qatar Airways
Thu, 15 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
JNB
Johannesburg
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
S$2,459 Return, found 1 day ago
S$2,459
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Thu, 15 Oct from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro, returning Sat, 24 Oct, priced at S$2,459 found 1 day ago

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from JNB to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG)?
The lowest price advertised for a round-trip journey from Johannesburg Airport to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG) is S$1,544. But you better get a move on. This figure is based on fares quoted within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to GIG?
Each air carrier has its own set of terms and conditions. If you decide to cancel your escape, visit our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Galeão Intl. Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for JNB to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Johannesburg Airport to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG)?
You'll have 7,200 kilometres to cover on the long-haul Kempton Park to Rio de Janeiro route. Dress in layers of comfy clothes and consider taking some noise-cancelling headphones and a sleep mask.
Which airlines fly direct from Johannesburg Airport to Galeão Intl. Airport?
Flying nonstop between Johannesburg Airport and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG) isn't possible at present. However, you'll still be able to find a flight to Rio de Janeiro with at least one stop.
Are JNB to GIG flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can occasionally score a bargain, with some of the cheapest fares from Johannesburg Airport to GIG appearing a few weeks before the date of departure. If you'd rather plan ahead of time, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals frequently — as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. It depends on the carrier though, as not all airlines publish prices so far in advance.

Travel information

Origin airport
O.R. Tambo Intl.
Destination airport
Galeão - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, British Airways, Emirates, KLM, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Swiss International Air Lines
Return price
S$1,543
Distance
7108 km

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