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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Rio de Janeiro?

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momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight to Rio de Janeiro. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.

Question 2

Can I find flights to Rio de Janeiro with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Rio de Janeiro with this policy.

Question 3

How can momondo help me find flights to Rio de Janeiro?

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momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to Rio de Janeiro. Filter by price, airline, airport, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.

Question 4

I’m not ready to book a flight to Rio de Janeiro right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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Of course. momondo tracks the price of Rio de Janeiro flights. All you need is a valid email address and we will do the rest; it is that quick and easy.

Question 5

When is the best time to plan a beach trip to Rio de Janeiro?

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If your plan is to spend time at Copacabana Beach while visiting Rio de Janeiro, momondo recommends you plan your trip for May, August, or September when the temperatures are typically higher and the chance of rain is low. Another popular beach in the area is Leme Beach.

Question 6

How far in advance should I book a flight to Rio de Janeiro?

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Most flyers found that booking tickets 85 days in advance of their planned departure date is the best time to get cheap flights to Rio de Janeiro. During this timeframe, flight prices are around $2,784.

Question 7

Is there an alternative airport near Rio de Janeiro?

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Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near Rio de Janeiro is possible. If you are planning a flight to Rio de Janeiro, consider booking flights to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (2 km from Rio de Janeiro city centre).

Question 8

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Rio de Janeiro?

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Prices vary based on where travellers are departing from, but on average, the cheapest airport to fly to in Rio de Janeiro is Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport where the average price is $102. Users typically find the best prices when using momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Question 9

Are there flights to Ipanema?

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Yes, flights to Ipanema are served by Rio de Janeiro’s Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont airport which is 9.2 km away.

Question 10

What’s the closest airport to Copacabana Beach?

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Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont in Rio de Janeiro is the closest airport to Copacabana Beach (distance: 6.7 km).

Question 11

Which airlines fly to Rio de Janeiro?

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Based on our data, the most popular airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro from Australia are LATAM Airlines, American Airlines, United Airlines and Qantas Airways. There may also be other airline options depending on where in Australia you’re flying from.

Question 12

Qantas Airways Flights to Rio de Janeiro

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21 Qantas Airways flights head to Rio de Janeiro on average each week. Most will be flying from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl to Rio de Janeiro, the most popular route that Qantas Airways operates to Rio de Janeiro. Prices vary based on when and where you fly from - the cheapest Qantas Airways flight to Rio de Janeiro found in the past 3 days on momondo was $1,391, departing from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Qantas Airways is the most popular choice on momondo for this route and has been scored 7.5/10 by 898 of our users.

Question 13

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Rio de Janeiro?

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Prices for flights to Rio de Janeiro were last updated today.

Question 14

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Rio de Janeiro?

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As of August 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights to Rio de Janeiro.

Question 15

How old do you have to be to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

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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 to Rio de Janeiro.

Question 16

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

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The travel and health documents required for your trip to Rio de Janeiro 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. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Question 17

What is the cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

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The cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro from Australia is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $2,255, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Rio de Janeiro during the month of September, then departing from Australia during the month July is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $2,414.

Question 18

How long does it take to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

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The flight from Australia to Rio de Janeiro depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith (a popular airport in Australia) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (the most popular airport in Rio de Janeiro), then the flight time is 24h 35m on average. If you fly from Melbourne (another popular airport in Australia) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, then the average flight time is 18h 15m.

Question 19

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

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The cheapest time of day to fly to Rio de Janeiro is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $2,766. Try not to purchase tickets at midday because they tend to be around $3,315. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

Question 20

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Rio de Janeiro?

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The cheapest day to depart from Australia to Rio de Janeiro is on a Thursday. Travellers who choose to depart for Rio de Janeiro on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as $2,708. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $3,421. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Rio de Janeiro.

Question 21

How far in advance should I book a flight to Rio de Janeiro?

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Rio de Janeiro from Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Rio de Janeiro for around $2,830 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 from Australia for as low as $2,514 on momondo.

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO RIO DE JANEIRO FROM SYDNEY	September	20% cheaper	Flying from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro costs on average just $2,255 in September
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO RIO DE JANEIRO FROM SYDNEY	December	38% more expensive	It costs about $3,858 for flights to Rio de Janeiro from Sydney in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO RIO DE JANEIRO FROM SYDNEY	December	622% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Rio de Janeiro from Sydney in December than any other month

Best One-Way Price	$1,118
Best Round-Trip Price	$1,798
Fastest flight time	19h 05m
Popular in	September

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Rio de Janeiro?

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