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Cheap flights from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, Brazil from £438

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — GIG
11 Jan — 18 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl are usually found in March or May, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 December 2025.

Thu 11/1206:00LHR - GIG
1 stop27h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 9/322:05GIG - LHR
1 stop35h 35mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 10/12£706
Wed 31/1208:25LCY - GIG
1 stop25h 15mITA Airways
Wed 4/215:35GIG - LCY
1 stop16h 20mITA Airways
Deal found 10/12£712
Wed 31/1208:25LCY - GIG
1 stop25h 15mITA Airways
Tue 3/215:35GIG - LCY
1 stop16h 20mITA Airways
Deal found 10/12£723
Tue 30/1219:30LHR - GIG
2 stops37h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/115:35GIG - LHR
2 stops21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12£739
Wed 31/1216:45LCY - GIG
1 stop16h 55mITA Airways
Fri 6/215:35GIG - LCY
1 stop16h 20mITA Airways
Deal found 10/12£748
Wed 31/1216:35LGW - GIG
1 stop30h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 4/222:05GIG - LGW
1 stop14h 00mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 10/12£764
Tue 30/1219:20LHR - GIG
1 stop26h 05mAir France
Tue 27/120:45GIG - LHR
1 stop14h 00mAir France
Deal found 10/12£771
Wed 31/1208:25LCY - GIG
1 stop25h 15mITA Airways
Sun 1/215:35GIG - LCY
1 stop21h 35mITA Airways
Deal found 10/12£788
Sun 28/1208:45LHR - GIG
2 stops24h 55mLufthansa
Tue 10/215:35GIG - LHR
2 stops18h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 11/12£813
Wed 24/1208:15LHR - GIG
1 stop14h 50mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 3/300:05GIG - LHR
2 stops18h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 11/12£813
Wed 24/1213:50LHR - GIG
2 stops43h 50mLufthansa
Wed 4/315:35GIG - LHR
2 stops27h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 11/12£819
Sat 13/1215:35LHR - GIG
1 stop21h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sun 25/122:30GIG - LHR
1 stop34h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/12£831

Find flight deals from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 12 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£650

One-way from

£438

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£993

Good round-trip deal

£870 or less

Good one-way deal

£545 or less
4/3-17/3
  • 4/3-17/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 37h 05m total
  • London to Rio de Janeiro
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  • 24/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 55m total
  • London to Rio de Janeiro
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LondonRio de Janeiro

LTN - GIG

LTNGIG

London Luton

Wed 4/3

15:05-06:30

1 stop18h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 17/3

00:05-21:45

2 stops18h 40m

£650

LondonRio de Janeiro

LGW - GIG

LGWGIG

London Gatwick

Tue 5/5

16:25-05:25

1 stop17h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 26/5

15:35-09:45

1 stop14h 10m

£684

LondonRio de Janeiro

LTN - GIG

LTNGIG

London Luton

Tue 3/3

07:30-00:20

2 stops19h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 17/3

15:00-13:40

2 stops19h 40m

£698

LondonRio de Janeiro

STN - GIG

STNGIG

London Stansted

Tue 31/3

07:55-13:55

3 stops34h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 8/4

17:30-20:20

2 stops22h 50m

£699

LondonRio de Janeiro

LTN - GIG

LTNGIG

London Luton

Wed 4/3

07:30-08:30

2 stops28h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 14/3

04:50-13:40

2 stops29h 50m

£699

LondonRio de Janeiro

LTN - GIG

LTNGIG

London Luton

Thu 12/3

06:05-00:30

2 stops21h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 22/3

09:40-20:55

2 stops32h 15m

£711

LondonRio de Janeiro

LGW - GIG

LGWGIG

London Gatwick

Thu 7/5

14:50-05:25

1 stop18h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 28/5

15:35-09:45

1 stop14h 10m

£715

LondonRio de Janeiro

LTN - GIG

LTNGIG

London Luton

Mon 26/1

07:15-13:15

2 stops33h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 2/2

15:35-21:40

2 stops27h 05m

£727

LondonRio de Janeiro

LGW - GIG

LGWGIG

London Gatwick

Sun 31/5

21:15-19:00

1 stop25h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 8/6

20:30-20:25

1 stop19h 55m

£731

LondonRio de Janeiro

LGW - GIG

LGWGIG

London Gatwick

Wed 4/3

16:35-20:20

1 stop30h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 23/3

16:35-09:50

1 stop14h 15m

£733

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Best time to book a flight from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Price data was last updated on 5 December 2025.

The best time to book flights from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is 78 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of £503). Flying from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £805). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LON to GIG?

Find hourly flight availability from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 December 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 8% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 12 December 2025.

The most flights from LON to GIG are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Share of one-stop return flights from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Lisbon (LIS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 34% of one-stop itineraries from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Bogotá (BOG) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £654.

What’s the fastest stopover option from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 30m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 30m.

How often are flights from London to Rio de Janeiro delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between London and Rio de Janeiro have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 107 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Over the past year, British Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Reviews last updated 12 December 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with LATAM Airlines, TAP AIR PORTUGAL, andLufthansa from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,887 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

MIA - GRU

Terrible baggage service! Almost lost my connection flight in SP
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,887 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,887 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

MIA - GRU

Terrible baggage service! Almost lost my connection flight in SP
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
7.1
Good
2,089 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,887 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

MIA - GRU

Terrible baggage service! Almost lost my connection flight in SP
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,626 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,887 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

MIA - GRU

Terrible baggage service! Almost lost my connection flight in SP
ITA Airways
6.7
Okay
1,102 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,887 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

MIA - GRU

Terrible baggage service! Almost lost my connection flight in SP
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,571 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,887 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

MIA - GRU

Terrible baggage service! Almost lost my connection flight in SP

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  • How long is the flight from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    For as low as £684, TAP AIR PORTUGAL can have you in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from London in 17h. London and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport are separated by a distance of 5735 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, TAP AIR PORTUGAL (£485), ITA Airways (£535), and Air France (£562) offers the cheapest pricing from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. You may be able to fly from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport for 40% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £454 on LATAM Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include TAP AIR PORTUGAL from £461 and British Airways from £608 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    The most popular route from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is London Heathrow - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. You may also consider London City - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl or London Gatwick - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Consider Finnair (82%), Iberia (82%) or British Airways (82%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport? While on average our users pay £818, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £491. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl), is priced around £550.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of £503). Flying from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £805). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 12 December 2025.
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TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest£485Average£779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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ITA AirwaysCheapest£535Average£719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air FranceCheapest£562Average£705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest£596Average£791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapest£619Average£815FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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FinnairCheapest£654Average£674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapest£665Average£983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapest£669Average£897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£741Average£896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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