How many flights from London to Rio de Janeiro are non-stop?

Across the trailing 90 days, approximately 10% of flights from London to Rio de Janeiro were non-stop. For flights that include connections, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that direct routes are less common, and many journeys involve at least one transfer point.

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

The typical direct flight from London to Rio de Janeiro takes approximately 11 hours and 55 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to about 21 hours and 5 minutes. The air distance covered on this route is approximately 9254 kilometers. Travelers should account for these durations when planning their journey.

Should I set a price alert for London to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Based on historical data from the trailing 30 days, flights from London to Rio de Janeiro are frequently available at competitive prices. This route is classified as one with frequent price fluctuations. Setting a price alert can be beneficial for travelers looking to secure a favorable deal, as opportunities for savings arise regularly.

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London to Rio de Janeiro: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Rio de Janeiro

For cheap flights from London to Rio de Janeiro, right now fares are above the typical level, with only 6% of recent fares classified as a good price. Prices for this route typically range from $1027–$1610, with a median of $1375. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

A typical journey from London to Rio de Janeiro takes about 11h 55m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting. Non-stop flights, when available, also have a median duration of 11h 55m, while connecting flights typically take around 21h 30m.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London to Rio de Janeiro? The most budget-friendly months to fly are March, with a median fare of $828, followed by May at $953, and June at $979. These months offer significantly lower median prices compared to the overall typical fare for the route.

The route from London to Rio de Janeiro covers a substantial distance of 9254 km, classifying it as a long-haul journey. This considerable distance contributes to the overall flight duration and the typical need for connecting itineraries.

How much is a round trip from London to Rio de Janeiro

Regular price: £586 - £1,151

Prices for flights from London to Rio de Janeiro are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from London to Rio de Janeiro is between 586 GBP and 1151 GBP. The current lowest deal is 619 GBP with easyJet UK, for travel from Nov 3-Nov 22.

now £619

Low £586

High £1,151

The cheapest time to fly from London to Rio de Janeiro

The cheapest month to fly from London to Rio de Janeiro is March, with a median price of $808. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $2152. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

March

Cheapest

Flights from £808

December

Most Expensive

Flights from £2,152

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from London to Rio de Janeiro

British Airways

Last-minute flights going from London to Rio de Janeiro

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Rio de Janeiro

London (LHR) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

£886

£766

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Rio de Janeiro

London (LHR) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

£884

£766

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

LCY - Rio de Janeiro

London (LCY) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

Lufthansa

£810

£687

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Rio de Janeiro

London (STN) - Rio de Janeiro (SDU)

Ryanair

£831

£660

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Rio de Janeiro

London (STN) - Rio de Janeiro (RRJ)

Ryanair

£859

£662

One-way

Sun, Oct 4

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Rio de Janeiro

London (STN) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

Ryanair

£816

£664

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Rio de Janeiro

5 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 8

£1,105 → £778

30%

4 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 6

£1,089 → £769

29%

15 nights

Dec 15 - Dec 30

£995 → £779

22%

11 nights

Nov 19 - Nov 30

£848 → £639

25%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Rio de Janeiro

London - Rio de Janeiro route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from London to Rio de Janeiro are above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically the cheapest month

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from London to Rio de Janeiro, with a median price of $808.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 11h 55m

Direct flights from London to Rio de Janeiro typically take 11h 55m, while connecting flights average 21h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 10% of recent flights from London to Rio de Janeiro are direct, with connecting flights being dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

British Airways offers direct flights

British Airways is one airline that offers direct flights from London to Rio de Janeiro.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from London to Rio de Janeiro appear frequently, with good prices available 6% of the time.

London main airports to depart from

Gatwick (LGW)

Cheapest

Gatwick offers a budget-friendly option for flights from London to Rio de Janeiro.

📍 ~40 km from London (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£649

Rio de Janeiro main airports to arrive at

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International (GIG)

Cheapest

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International is a good option for flights to Rio de Janeiro.

📍 ~13 km from Rio de Janeiro city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£649

Airports nearby Rio de Janeiro used as alternative

São Paulo–Guarulhos International (GRU)

Cheapest

This airport is a primary international gateway for Brazil, offering high connectivity for long-haul flights.

📍 ~340 km from Rio de Janeiro (reachable by connecting flight or 5-6 hour drive)

💸 Flights from ~£598

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Rio de Janeiro

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$2,211

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Rio de Janeiro

Historically, the best prices for flights from London to Rio de Janeiro are found when booking 7-13 days in advance, with an average price of $888. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made further out, such as 60+ days in advance, which average $1417. Even very last-minute bookings (0-6 days out) are typically more expensive, averaging $1080. This trend was observed across the trailing quarter.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from London to Rio de Janeiro is considered to be $1027 or less. The median price for this route was $1375. Prices can range significantly, with 75% of observed prices being $1610 or less. These figures provide a useful benchmark for travelers planning their trip.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from London to Rio de Janeiro include March, with a median price of $828, and May, with a median price of $953. June also presented a relatively low median of $979. The annual median price for this route was $1375, indicating that these specific months offer notable savings compared to the yearly average.

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London to Rio de Janeiro: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Rio de Janeiro

How much is a round trip from London to Rio de Janeiro

Regular price: £586 - £1,151

Prices for flights from London to Rio de Janeiro are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from London to Rio de Janeiro is between 586 GBP and 1151 GBP. The current lowest deal is 619 GBP with easyJet UK, for travel from Nov 3-Nov 22.

now £619

Low £586

High £1,151

The cheapest time to fly from London to Rio de Janeiro

March

Cheapest

Flights from £808

December

Most Expensive

Flights from £2,152

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from London to Rio de Janeiro

British Airways

Last-minute flights going from London to Rio de Janeiro

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Rio de Janeiro

London (LHR) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

£886

£766

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Rio de Janeiro

London (LHR) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

£884

£766

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

LCY - Rio de Janeiro

London (LCY) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

Lufthansa

£810

£687

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Rio de Janeiro

London (STN) - Rio de Janeiro (SDU)

Ryanair

£831

£660

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Rio de Janeiro

London (STN) - Rio de Janeiro (RRJ)

Ryanair

£859

£662

One-way

Sun, Oct 4

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Rio de Janeiro

London (STN) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

Ryanair

£816

£664

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Rio de Janeiro

5 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 8

£1,105 → £778

30%

4 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 6

£1,089 → £769

29%

15 nights

Dec 15 - Dec 30

£995 → £779

22%

11 nights

Nov 19 - Nov 30

£848 → £639

25%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Rio de Janeiro