Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro from $1,265

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12:30 - 22:55MEL-GIG
24h 25m1 stop
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17:05 - 05:25GIG-MEL
22h 20m1 stop
$2,273LATAM Airlines
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Sun, 9 Nov - Sat, 22 Nov
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12:30 - 21:20MEL-GIG
22h 50m2 stops
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17:05 - 05:25GIG-MEL
22h 20m1 stop
$2,275LATAM Airlines
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Sun, 9 Nov - Sat, 22 Nov
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12:30 - 00:55MEL-GIG
26h 25m1 stop
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23:55 - 22:50GIG-MEL
32h 55m2 stops
$2,302LATAM Airlines
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Fri, 13 Feb - Sun, 15 Mar
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12:30 - 00:55MEL-GIG
26h 25m1 stop
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23:55 - 05:25GIG-MEL
39h 30m1 stop
$2,359LATAM Airlines
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Fri, 13 Feb - Sun, 15 Mar
Cathay Pacific Logo
00:45 - 10:15MEL-GIG
47h 30m2 stops
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23:00 - 23:00GIG-MEL
58h 00m2 stops
$2,474Cathay Pacific
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Wed, 5 Nov - Thu, 13 Nov
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12:30 - 09:25MEL-GIG
34h 55m3 stops
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17:05 - 09:20GIG-MEL
26h 15m2 stops
$2,509Multiple Airlines
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Sun, 9 Nov - Sat, 22 Nov
Cathay Pacific Logo
15:35 - 10:15MEL-GIG
56h 40m2 stops
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23:00 - 12:30GIG-MEL
47h 30m2 stops
$2,575Cathay Pacific
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Fri, 6 Feb - Thu, 5 Mar
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07:25 - 22:55MEL-GIG
29h 30m2 stops
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03:25 - 05:25GIG-MEL
36h 00m2 stops
$2,586Multiple Airlines
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Thu, 6 Nov - Wed, 12 Nov
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13:00 - 09:35MEL-GIG
34h 35m2 stops
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20:55 - 08:30GIG-MEL
45h 35m2 stops
$2,870United Airlines
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Mon, 23 Feb - Tue, 10 Mar
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13:00 - 09:35MEL-GIG
58h 35m2 stops
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21:55 - 09:30GIG-MEL
45h 35m2 stops
$2,872United Airlines
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LATAM Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

Our best LATAM Airlines deals on Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight tickets
LATAM Airlines
9 Nov
MEL12:30Melbourne
24h 25m
1 stop
GIG22:55Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
22 Nov
GIG17:05Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
22h 20m
1 stop
MEL05:25Melbourne
LATAM Airlines
9 Nov
MEL12:30Melbourne
22h 50m
2 stops
GIG21:20Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
22 Nov
GIG17:05Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
22h 20m
1 stop
MEL05:25Melbourne
LATAM Airlines
13 Feb
MEL12:30Melbourne
26h 25m
1 stop
GIG00:55Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
15 Mar
GIG23:55Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
32h 55m
2 stops
MEL22:50Melbourne

Cathay Pacific flights from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

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Cathay Pacific
5 Nov
MEL00:45Melbourne
47h 30m
2 stops
GIG10:15Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
13 Nov
GIG23:00Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
58h 00m
2 stops
MEL23:00Melbourne
Cathay Pacific
6 Feb
MEL15:35Melbourne
56h 40m
2 stops
GIG10:15Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
5 Mar
GIG23:00Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
47h 30m
2 stops
MEL12:30Melbourne
Cathay Pacific
9 Nov
MEL08:40Melbourne
39h 35m
2 stops
GIG10:15Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
22 Nov
GIG23:00Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
47h 30m
2 stops
MEL12:30Melbourne

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MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Sun 9/11

12:30-22:55

1 stop24h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 22/11

17:05-05:25

1 stop22h 20m

$2,273

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Sun 9/11

12:30-21:20

2 stops22h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 22/11

17:05-05:25

1 stop22h 20m

$2,274

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Fri 13/2

12:30-00:55

1 stop26h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 15/3

23:55-22:50

2 stops32h 55m

$2,302

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Fri 13/2

12:30-00:55

1 stop26h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 15/3

23:55-05:25

1 stop39h 30m

$2,359

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Wed 5/11

00:45-10:15

2 stops47h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 13/11

23:00-23:00

2 stops58h 00m

$2,474

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Sun 9/11

12:30-09:25

3 stops34h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 22/11

17:05-09:20

2 stops26h 15m

$2,509

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Fri 6/2

15:35-10:15

2 stops56h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 5/3

23:00-12:30

2 stops47h 30m

$2,575

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Thu 6/11

07:25-22:55

2 stops29h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 12/11

03:25-05:25

2 stops36h 00m

$2,586

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Mon 23/2

13:00-09:35

2 stops34h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 10/3

20:55-08:30

2 stops45h 35m

$2,870

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Thu 27/11

13:00-09:35

2 stops58h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 4/12

21:55-09:30

2 stops45h 35m

$2,872

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

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

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from Melbourne Airport, with most prices found around $1,830. If you’re not able to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in May, then August is your next best option. Flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport during August average around $2,415.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

According to our data, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from Melbourne Airport. The lowest ticket price found for a Saturday departure recently was $2,332. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. The most expensive day to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $3,539.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport when you can find flight prices for as low as $2,406. Flying to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $3,542. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

Can stopping save me money on Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 44% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

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There are no direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. There are no popular flight routes from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.
  • How far is Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl is 13229.4 km. 18h 00m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport 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 Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

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LATAM AirlinesPriceFrom $1,726Free cancellationRating
7.5
1,866 reviews
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