Are direct flights from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro always the best option?

Direct flights can offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with layovers may sometimes be more affordable, depending on the route and airline. Consider your priorities for cost versus travel duration.

Can flexible travel dates help on Manchester to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding better flight deals. Prices for flights can vary significantly depending on the day of the week or even the time of year. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may result in savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Manchester to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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2026-11-17 – 2026-11-29
MAN - Rio de Janeiro
76% AI deal score
£672
£674
Round trip
2027-02-16 – 2027-02-21
MAN - Rio de Janeiro
89% AI deal score
£808
£674
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2026-11-19 – 2026-11-22
MAN - Rio de Janeiro
78% AI deal score
£700
£675
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2027-02-16 – 2027-02-28
MAN - Rio de Janeiro
89% AI deal score
£812
£675
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2027-02-23 – 2027-02-28
MAN - Rio de Janeiro
89% AI deal score
£815
£678
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2027-02-18 – 2027-02-21
MAN - Rio de Janeiro
88% AI deal score
£805
£678
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2027-03-04 – 2027-03-14
MAN - Rio de Janeiro
91% AI deal score
£906
£678
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2026-10-11 – 2026-10-25
MAN - Rio de Janeiro
80% AI deal score
£812
£680
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2026-10-12 – 2026-10-19
MAN - Rio de Janeiro
85% AI deal score
£850
£692
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2026-11-10 – 2026-11-30
MAN - Rio de Janeiro
74% AI deal score
£674
£694
Round trip

Manchester to Rio de Janeiro: Overview

Insights for flights from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro

Flights from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro cover a substantial distance of 9342 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. This means you can expect a significant journey, often involving multiple connections, to reach your destination.

When looking for cheap flights from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro, fares typically range from $831 to $1680, with a median price of $1277. Right now, current fares are significantly below the typical level for this route, with only 2% of recent fares classified as a good price.

The cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro is typically in May, with a median fare of $694. April also offers competitive prices, with a median of $709, followed by March at a median of $826.

Most itineraries for this route are not direct; in fact, 0% of recent fares were non-stop. This means that most itineraries connect at least once, with the typical number of connections being 2.

A typical journey from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro, including connections, takes approximately 32h 25m. Given that most itineraries involve at least two stopovers, this extended travel time is standard for the route.

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

Regular price: £607 - £1,087

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

The regular price range for flights from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro is between 607 GBP and 1087 GBP. The current lowest deal is 674 GBP with Air Canada, for travel from Nov 17-Nov 29.

now £674

Low £607

High £1,087

The cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro

The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro is May, with a median price of $694. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $1722. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

May

Cheapest

Flights from £694

February

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,722

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jul

Aug

Oct

Direct flights from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro

Ryanair

British Airways

Air Canada

Iberia Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Rio de Janeiro

Manchester (MAN) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

KLM

£840

£761

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Rio de Janeiro

Manchester (MAN) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

British Airways

£859

£746

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Rio de Janeiro

Manchester (MAN) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

British Airways

£821

£755

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Rio de Janeiro

Manchester (MAN) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

Ryanair

£813

£699

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Rio de Janeiro

Manchester (MAN) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

Vueling Airlines

£790

£719

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Rio de Janeiro

Manchester (MAN) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

Ryanair

£771

£725

One-way

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

7 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 9

£998 → £752

25%

5 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 6

£1,014 → £791

22%

10 nights

Mar 11 - Mar 21

£914 → £701

23%

10 nights

Mar 4 - Mar 14

£906 → £696

23%

Popular Airports to fly from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro

Manchester - Rio de Janeiro route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro are below the typical level, with prices around $674.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices

Historically, May offers the lowest median prices at $694 for flights from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 32h 25m

Flights from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 32h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is connecting dominant, with 0% direct flights available in the last 90 days.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Canada offers a recent deal

Air Canada recently offered a flight for $674 from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro are historically rare.

Manchester main airports to depart from

Manchester (MAN)

Cheapest

Manchester Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Rio de Janeiro.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£674

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 ~£676

Airports nearby Rio de Janeiro used as alternative

São Paulo–Guarulhos International (GRU)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~£667

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Rio de Janeiro

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Best Elite deals to Rio de Janeiro

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From MAN

Elite

Nov 23

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

93% AI deal score

$5,655

$3,279

Save $2,376

Iberia Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Jan 21

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

93% AI deal score

$2,465

$1,658

Save $807

TAP Portugal

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 13

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

92% AI deal score

$5,582

$3,532

Save $2,050

TAP Portugal

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 09

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

92% AI deal score

$5,520

$3,534

Save $1,986

TAP Portugal

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 10

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

92% AI deal score

$5,493

$3,548

Save $1,945

TAP Portugal

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 23

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

92% AI deal score

$5,730

$3,710

Save $2,020

Lufthansa, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 18

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

92% AI deal score

$5,856

$3,711

Save $2,145

KLM, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 08

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

91% AI deal score

$5,465

$3,716

Save $1,749

KLM, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 10

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

90% AI deal score

$5,435

$3,973

Save $1,462

Lufthansa, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 03

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

90% AI deal score

$5,644

$4,027

Save $1,617

TAP Portugal

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 26

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

90% AI deal score

$5,679

$4,028

Save $1,651

Air France, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 30

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

90% AI deal score

$5,791

$4,068

Save $1,723

Air France, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Rio de Janeiro

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare prices from various airlines and online travel agencies. Look out for deals and promotions that may be offered periodically.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially better prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify a good booking window. Mid-week bookings can sometimes offer different pricing compared to weekends.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal different flight options and prices. While it may require additional travel to and from the alternate airport, it could potentially lead to savings. Always consider the total cost and convenience when evaluating this option.

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Manchester to Rio de Janeiro: Overview

Insights for flights from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro

Most itineraries for this route are not direct; in fact, 0% of recent fares were non-stop. This means that most itineraries connect at least once, with the typical number of connections being 2.

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

Regular price: £607 - £1,087

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

The regular price range for flights from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro is between 607 GBP and 1087 GBP. The current lowest deal is 674 GBP with Air Canada, for travel from Nov 17-Nov 29.

now £674

Low £607

High £1,087

The cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro

May

Cheapest

Flights from £694

February

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,722

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jul

Aug

Oct

Direct flights from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro

Ryanair

British Airways

Air Canada

Iberia Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Rio de Janeiro

Manchester (MAN) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

KLM

£840

£761

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Rio de Janeiro

Manchester (MAN) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

British Airways

£859

£746

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Rio de Janeiro

Manchester (MAN) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

British Airways

£821

£755

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Rio de Janeiro

Manchester (MAN) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

Ryanair

£813

£699

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Rio de Janeiro

Manchester (MAN) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

Vueling Airlines

£790

£719

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Rio de Janeiro

Manchester (MAN) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

Ryanair

£771

£725

One-way

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

7 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 9

£998 → £752

25%

5 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 6

£1,014 → £791

22%

10 nights

Mar 11 - Mar 21

£914 → £701

23%

10 nights

Mar 4 - Mar 14

£906 → £696

23%

Popular Airports to fly from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro

Manchester - Rio de Janeiro route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro are below the typical level, with prices around $674.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices

Historically, May offers the lowest median prices at $694 for flights from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 32h 25m

Flights from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 32h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is connecting dominant, with 0% direct flights available in the last 90 days.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Canada offers a recent deal

Air Canada recently offered a flight for $674 from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro are historically rare.

Manchester main airports to depart from

Manchester (MAN)

Cheapest

Manchester Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Rio de Janeiro.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£674

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 ~£676

Airports nearby Rio de Janeiro used as alternative

São Paulo–Guarulhos International (GRU)

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

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

90% AI deal score

$5,791

$4,068

Save $1,723

Air France, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Rio de Janeiro

Cheap Flights from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro

Today’s best flight deals from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro

Manchester to Rio de Janeiro: Overview

Insights for flights from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro

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

The cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro

Direct flights from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro

Last-minute flights going from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro

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

Popular Airports to fly from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro

Manchester - Rio de Janeiro route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in May for the best prices

Connecting flights take 32h 25m

Connecting flights are dominant

Air Canada offers a recent deal

Deals are rare for this route

Manchester main airports to depart from

Rio de Janeiro main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Rio de Janeiro used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Rio de Janeiro

Best Elite deals to Rio de Janeiro

Nov 23

Jan 21

Nov 13

Nov 09

Nov 10

Nov 23

Nov 18

Nov 08

Nov 10

Nov 03

Nov 26

Nov 30

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Rio de Janeiro

How can I find cheap flights from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro?

When should I book flights from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro?

Are direct flights from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Manchester to Rio de Janeiro flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Manchester to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Related routes

More routes from Manchester

Flights to Rio de Janeiro from other cities

Manchester to Rio de Janeiro: Overview

Insights for flights from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro

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

The cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro

Direct flights from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro

Last-minute flights going from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro

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

Popular Airports to fly from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro

Manchester - Rio de Janeiro route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in May for the best prices

Connecting flights take 32h 25m

Connecting flights are dominant

Air Canada offers a recent deal

Deals are rare for this route

Manchester main airports to depart from

Rio de Janeiro main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Rio de Janeiro used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Rio de Janeiro

Best Elite deals to Rio de Janeiro

Nov 23

Jan 21

Nov 13

Nov 09

Nov 10

Nov 23

Nov 18

Nov 08

Nov 10

Nov 03

Nov 26

Nov 30

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Rio de Janeiro

How can I find cheap flights from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro?

When should I book flights from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Manchester to Rio de Janeiro?