Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to Johannesburg from £505

Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to Johannesburg from £505

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Wed, Apr 29
Rio de Janeiro GIGJohannesburg JNB

£505
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Rio de Janeiro GIGJohannesburg JNB

£506
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Rio de Janeiro GIGJohannesburg JNB

£521
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Rio de Janeiro GIGJohannesburg JNB

£537
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Rio de Janeiro GIGJohannesburg JNB

£537
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Wed, Apr 29
Rio de Janeiro GIGJohannesburg JNB

£551
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Wed, Apr 29 – Mon, May 4
Rio de Janeiro GIGJohannesburg JNB

£865
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Rio de Janeiro GIGJohannesburg JNB

£869
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Rio de Janeiro GIGJohannesburg JNB

£884
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Wed, Apr 29 – Mon, May 4
Rio de Janeiro GIGJohannesburg JNB

£891
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Rio de Janeiro GIGJohannesburg JNB

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Rio de Janeiro GIGJohannesburg JNB

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How much do flights to Johannesburg cost?

Getting from Johannesburg's airport to the city center

Johannesburg is served by O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), located 24 km east of the city center. As Africa's busiest airport, it offers several airport transfers to city center destinations including the Gautrain rapid rail service, metered taxis, ride-hailing apps, shuttle buses, and private transfers. The Gautrain provides the fastest and most reliable connection to Sandton and central Johannesburg, while road-based options offer flexibility for travelers with heavy luggage or destinations not on the rail network. Journey times by road vary significantly depending on traffic conditions, particularly during peak hours.

Notes:

  • Prices in ZAR (South African Rand); table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • The Gautrain operates from approximately 05:30 to 20:30 on weekdays, with reduced hours on weekends.
  • Ride-hailing pickups at O.R. Tambo are from designated areas on the arrivals level.
  • Traffic on the N12 and R24 highways can significantly extend journey times during peak hours (07:00–09:00 and 16:00–18:00).
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Johannesburg

Depart from
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International
Arrive to
O. R. Tambo International
Average flights per week
400
Flight distance

Check-in for a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Johannesburg

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
LATAM AirlinesLANLAYes
Gol Transportes AéreosGLOG3Yes
AzulAZUADYes
Fly SafairSFRFAYes
TAAG Angola AirlinesDTADTYes

Weather in Johannesburg

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January27°C16°C
February27°C16°C
March26°C15°C
April22°C12°C
May21°C10°C
June18°C6°C
July18°C6°C
August21°C9°C
September26°C12°C
October27°C14°C
November26°C15°C
December27°C16°C
Hottest Month
27°C
January
Coldest month
6°C
July
Sunny days
296
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
11 Apr
27°C16°C
18 Apr
86%
18°C13°C
Sunday
12 Apr
26°C18°C
19 Apr
87%
21°C14°C
Monday
13 Apr
26°C18°C
20 Apr
88%
20°C14°C
Tuesday
14 Apr
26°C17°C
21 Apr
84%
18°C14°C
Wednesday
15 Apr
76%
26°C17°C
22 Apr
81%
18°C14°C
Thursday
16 Apr
85%
24°C16°C
23 Apr
20°C13°C
Friday
17 Apr
79%
15°C13°C
24 Apr
18°C14°C
Travelers usually depart from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International, Santos Dumont, or Jacarepaguá Airport when they travel from Rio de Janeiro to Johannesburg. Book your trip to arrive at O. R. Tambo International, or Lanseria International. The most popular airlines for this route are LATAM Airlines, Gol Transportes Aéreos, Azul, Fly Safair, and TAAG Angola Airlines. Rio de Janeiro and Johannesburg have 400 direct flights per week.

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