Search Flights from Cape Town to Rio De Janeiro

Quick Flight Summary from Cape Town to Rio De Janeiro

Key numbers to know before you book

  • Lowest recent price
    2,486 SAR
  • Direct flight duration 13 hour 15 min
  • Arrival airports GIG / SDU / RRJ
  • Best days to book Thursday, Monday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    3,302 SAR

Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Rio De Janeiro

Best Price

Taag

Taag
1 Oct, Thu
Cape Town – Rio De Janeiro
1d 13h 5m
2 stop
CPTGIG
Shortest Flight

LATAM Airlines

LATAM Airlines
21 Sep, Mon
Cape Town – Rio De Janeiro
13h 15m
1 stop
CPTGIG

South African Airways

South African Airways
22 Sep, Tue
Cape Town – Rio De Janeiro
1d 8h 15m
2 stop
CPTGIG

Last update: 19 September 2026 15:34

Estimated Prices for Cape Town to Rio De Janeiro Flights

Cheapest Day1 October Thursday
Best Price
2,350 SAR
Average Price
4,116 SAR
5,906 SAR
2,350 SAR
5,906 SAR
20Sun
Sep
3,421 SAR
21Mon
5,678 SAR
22Tue
5,906 SAR
23Wed
3,702 SAR
24Thu
4,324 SAR
25Fri
3,421 SAR
26Sat
27Sun
28Mon
29Tue
30Wed
2,350 SAR
01Thu
Oct
3,596 SAR
02Fri
2,851 SAR
03Sat
04Sun
05Mon
06Tue
07Wed
08Thu
09Fri
10Sat
11Sun
12Mon
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Key Features of the Airlines

Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.

Transportation to Airport from Cape Town City Center

Cape Town Intl. Airport

In Cape Town, which the largest and most crowded city of South Africa, you can use buses and taxis for going to the airport. It is also possible to reach the airport in a short time by renting a car in the city.

Taxi

You can get to the airport in about 20 minutes by getting on a taxi. Using a taxi may be a better choice because buses are very crowded and the weather is too hot.

Bus

For going to the airport, you can an also use the buses, which are the most popular public transportation vehicles in the city. You can reach the airport after a travel of approximately 40 minutes by using the buses operating all day long except late hours of the night.

Car Rental

Since the distance between the airport and the city center is short, car rental, which is more expensive option than others, is less preferred. However, if you want to rent a car, you can get a car from many companies that you can find on the internet.

Airport Information

Cape Town Airport has a single terminal building with multiple floors. At the airport, there are banks where you can perform your currency exchange transactions and a store where you can buy souvenirs, clothes and books. Furthermore, at Spur Restaurant, you can taste local foods and drink something while waiting for your flight. At this restaurant which is located on a very wide area, you can spend time watching the takeoff and landing of the planes as well as enjoying the delicacies of Cape Town and world cuisine.

Transportation to Rio De Janeiro City Center from Airport

Rio de Janeiro Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. - Galeao Intl. Airport

Rio de Janeiro is Brazil's second largest city with a crowded population. Within the boundaries of the city are the Maracana Stadium, one of the stables of football fans, as well as the Christ the Redeemer Jesus statue, considered one of the seven wonders of the world.

The city, which became world famous thanks to Rio Carnival, offers a combination of sea, sand, sun and entertainment along the coast of the Atlantic Ocean. The transport network in Rio de Janeiro, host of the Summer Olympics 2016 after the World Cup, has been renewed for the event.

The metro and the new buses are two important means of the transportation network that go to the farthest parts of the city. In a city with a very crowded population, taxis also serve all day long to lighten traffic intensity. The International Rio de Janeiro Airport is serving the passengers from all around the world to reach the city.

Located on an island in Rio de Janeiro, the airport is 20 kilometers away from the city center. You can travel this distance with buses or taxis that serve almost all day. You can easily rent a car from the companies operating at the airport.

Taxi

If you want to travel by taxi, you should pay attention to the point that the taxis you take have license and a taximeter. Linha Vermelha, Linha Amarela and Avenida Brasil highways connecting the airport and the city center make it possible to reach your destination with confidence.

Bus

Rio de Janeiro Airport is served by bus lines operating at different times in different parts of the city. The bus 2101 runs between 05:30 and 18:00, the bus 2145 runs between 05:30 and 22:30 and the bus 1001 runs between 04:00 and 23:00.

In addition to these private buses, the public bus line 924 provides access to the city center during the day, although it is not very frequent. Buses go to different districts, but each passes through the city center. The journey by bus takes about 45 minutes.

Car Rental

Five different car hire companies that serve at the airport are open 24 hours a day. You can choose among these companies and rent the vehicle with the models and specifications you want. Among these companies are Avis, Hertz, Localiza, Movida and Unidas.

Rio De Janeiro Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Saturday
19 Sep
Clear
25°19°
Today
Sunday
20 Sep
Cloudy
27°19°
Monday
21 Sep
Clear
29°21°
Tuesday
22 Sep
Rain
31°21°
Wednesday
23 Sep
Rain
21°19°

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Cape Town-Rio De Janeiro flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Cape Town-Rio De Janeiro flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Cape Town-Rio De Janeiro flights, you can use Cape Town Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Rio de Janeiro Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. - Galeao Intl. Airport, Santos Dumont Airport, Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Cape Town-Rio De Janeiro is 6062 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 7 hour 30 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Cape Town-Rio De Janeiro flights is Tuesday.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Taag starts from approximately 2,350 SAR.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
LATAM Airlines
3,421 SAR
1 piece X 12 kg cabin baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund
Taag
2,350 SAR
Emirates
4,324 SAR
1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 2 pieces X 23 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments / In-flight Entertainment
Airlink
3,596 SAR
1 piece handbag / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments

Last update: 09.09.2026

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