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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$739 for one-way flights and S$1,328 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

TAAG Angola Airlines
Sat, 26 Apr - Wed, 30 Apr
JNB
Johannesburg
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
S$1,328 Return, found 1 day ago
S$1,328
Return
found 1 day ago
Select TAAG Angola Airlines flight, departing Sat, 26 Apr from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro, returning Wed, 30 Apr, priced at S$1,328 found 1 day ago
TAAG Angola Airlines
Thu, 28 Nov - Wed, 11 Dec
JNB
Johannesburg
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
S$1,700 Return, found 6 days ago
S$1,700
Return
found 6 days ago
Select TAAG Angola Airlines flight, departing Thu, 28 Nov from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro, returning Wed, 11 Dec, priced at S$1,700 found 6 days ago
TAAG Angola Airlines
Thu, 28 Nov - Wed, 11 Dec
JNB
Johannesburg
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
S$1,752 Return, found 6 days ago
S$1,752
Return
found 6 days ago
Select TAAG Angola Airlines flight, departing Thu, 28 Nov from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro, returning Wed, 11 Dec, priced at S$1,752 found 6 days ago
TAAG Angola Airlines
Sat, 26 Apr - Wed, 30 Apr
JNB
Johannesburg
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
S$2,252 Return, found 1 day ago
S$2,252
Return
found 1 day ago
Select TAAG Angola Airlines flight, departing Sat, 26 Apr from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro, returning Wed, 30 Apr, priced at S$2,252 found 1 day ago
Emirates
Thu, 28 Nov - Wed, 11 Dec
JNB
Johannesburg
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
S$2,253 Return, found 6 days ago
S$2,253
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Thu, 28 Nov from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro, returning Wed, 11 Dec, priced at S$2,253 found 6 days ago
Emirates
Sat, 26 Apr - Wed, 30 Apr
JNB
Johannesburg
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
S$2,261 Return, found 1 day ago
S$2,261
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Sat, 26 Apr from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro, returning Wed, 30 Apr, priced at S$2,261 found 1 day ago
TAAG Angola Airlines
Sat, 26 Apr - Wed, 30 Apr
JNB
Johannesburg
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
S$2,336 Return, found 1 day ago
S$2,336
Return
found 1 day ago
Select TAAG Angola Airlines flight, departing Sat, 26 Apr from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro, returning Wed, 30 Apr, priced at S$2,336 found 1 day ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Thu, 28 Nov - Wed, 11 Dec
JNB
Johannesburg
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
S$2,428 Return, found 6 days ago
S$2,428
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Thu, 28 Nov from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro, returning Wed, 11 Dec, priced at S$2,428 found 6 days ago
Emirates
Thu, 28 Nov - Wed, 11 Dec
JNB
Johannesburg
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
S$2,428 Return, found 6 days ago
S$2,428
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Thu, 28 Nov from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro, returning Wed, 11 Dec, priced at S$2,428 found 6 days ago
Emirates
Sat, 26 Apr - Wed, 30 Apr
JNB
Johannesburg
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
S$2,436 Return, found 1 day ago
S$2,436
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Sat, 26 Apr from Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro, returning Wed, 30 Apr, priced at S$2,436 found 1 day ago
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Johannesburg to Rio de Janeiro route information
Origin airport
O.R. Tambo Intl.
Destination airport
Galeão - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, Ethiopian Airlines, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Swiss International Air Lines
Return price
S$1,327
Distance
7108 km

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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$1,328. 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.
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