Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from £393

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 29/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — RIO
16 Nov — 23 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro are usually found in March or September, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 October 2025.

Thu 13/1119:55LHR - GIG
2 stops29h 00mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 20/1122:05GIG - LHR
1 stop16h 25mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 16/10£697
Tue 25/1106:00LHR - GIG
2 stops19h 35mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 11/515:35GIG - LHR
1 stop14h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 16/10£698
Wed 19/1118:30LHR - GIG
1 stop28h 50mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 25/1100:05GIG - LHR
2 stops19h 35mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 16/10£699
Tue 18/1115:15LHR - GIG
2 stops18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/1116:35GIG - LHR
2 stops18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10£700
Thu 13/1111:10LHR - GIG
2 stops54h 00mLufthansa
Tue 2/1215:35GIG - LHR
2 stops28h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 16/10£703
Wed 12/1113:50LHR - GIG
2 stops19h 50mLufthansa
Wed 26/1115:00GIG - LHR
2 stops20h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 15/10£705
Sat 15/1119:55LHR - SDU
2 stops29h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/1114:00SDU - LHR
1 stop21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/10£706
Tue 18/1106:00LHR - GIG
2 stops19h 35mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 23/1122:05GIG - LHR
1 stop20h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 15/10£707
Wed 12/1117:35LHR - GIG
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/1120:45GIG - LHR
1 stop21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/10£708
Wed 12/1106:20LHR - GIG
1 stop15h 05mAir France
Wed 19/1120:45GIG - LHR
1 stop16h 50mAir France
Deal found 16/10£710
Sun 30/1119:20LHR - GIG
2 stops28h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1221:10GIG - LHR
2 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/10£711
Thu 13/1119:20LHR - GIG
1 stop26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1120:50GIG - LHR
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/10£712

Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO). 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 17 October 2025.

Round-trip from

£692

One-way from

£393

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£742

Good round-trip deal

£722 or less

Good one-way deal

£650 or less
Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 17/2-24/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 63h 50m total
  • London to Rio de Janeiro
29/3
  • 29/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 45m total
  • London to Rio de Janeiro
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£45 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£23 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro (RIO).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from London Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro (RIO).

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Rio de Janeiro

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonRio de Janeiro

LHR - GIG

LHRGIG

London Heathrow

Thu 12/3

06:15-18:40

1 stop15h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 1/4

19:15-14:55

1 stop15h 40m

£698

LondonRio de Janeiro

LHR - GIG

LHRGIG

London Heathrow

Mon 1/12

06:30-18:40

1 stop15h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 11/6

22:05-16:35

1 stop14h 30m

£718

LondonRio de Janeiro

LHR - GIG

LHRGIG

London Heathrow

Wed 4/2

09:40-08:20

2 stops25h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 19/2

21:30-07:05

2 stops30h 35m

£733

LondonRio de Janeiro

LHR - GIG

LHRGIG

London Heathrow

Fri 27/2

12:30-08:20

1 stop22h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 6/3

21:30-09:05

2 stops32h 35m

£733

LondonRio de Janeiro

LHR - GIG

LHRGIG

London Heathrow

Mon 12/1

12:40-08:00

1 stop22h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 22/3

22:55-08:05

1 stop30h 10m

£733

LondonRio de Janeiro

LHR - GIG

LHRGIG

London Heathrow

Mon 12/1

10:45-08:20

1 stop24h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 28/1

21:30-06:25

1 stop29h 55m

£736

LondonRio de Janeiro

LHR - GIG

LHRGIG

London Heathrow

Tue 10/3

10:10-08:00

1 stop24h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 24/3

22:55-06:50

2 stops28h 55m

£736

LondonRio de Janeiro

LHR - GIG

LHRGIG

London Heathrow

Mon 12/1

12:40-08:00

1 stop22h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 5/2

22:55-06:50

2 stops28h 55m

£736

LondonRio de Janeiro

LHR - GIG

LHRGIG

London Heathrow

Wed 14/1

10:10-08:00

1 stop24h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 1/2

21:30-06:25

1 stop29h 55m

£736

LondonRio de Janeiro

LHR - SDU

LHRSDU

London Heathrow

Sun 16/11

16:20-16:40

2 stops27h 20m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 25/11

13:45-05:55

2 stops37h 10m

£739

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on 10 October 2025.

Booking 70 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro (average of £505). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro in August is currently the most expensive (average of £792). 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 LHR to RIO?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 October 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 35% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost for a return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

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

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

Lisbon (LIS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 42% of one-stop itineraries from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro on Cheapflights.

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

Average return fare for one-stop flights from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro, 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 £652.

What’s the fastest stopover option from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

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

Flights via Madrid (MAD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 29m.

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

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro, 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 29m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro. 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. Reviews last updated 17 October 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with LATAM Airlines, Air France, andTAP AIR PORTUGAL from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro 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.

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

LUIS JOSE,Oct 2025

LIM - AEP

Smiles because se upgraded to premiums economy. That was similar to LAN economy years ahí!

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

LUIS JOSE,Oct 2025

LIM - AEP

Smiles because se upgraded to premiums economy. That was similar to LAN economy years ahí!

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

LUIS JOSE,Oct 2025

LIM - AEP

Smiles because se upgraded to premiums economy. That was similar to LAN economy years ahí!

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

LUIS JOSE,Oct 2025

LIM - AEP

Smiles because se upgraded to premiums economy. That was similar to LAN economy years ahí!

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

LUIS JOSE,Oct 2025

LIM - AEP

Smiles because se upgraded to premiums economy. That was similar to LAN economy years ahí!

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

LUIS JOSE,Oct 2025

LIM - AEP

Smiles because se upgraded to premiums economy. That was similar to LAN economy years ahí!

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

    British Airways, Delta, and United Airlines can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro in just under 15h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 11h 55m. There are 5745 mi between London Heathrow Airport and Rio de Janeiro. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at £487, TAP AIR PORTUGAL will fly you from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro and back. In addition to TAP AIR PORTUGAL, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air France and Lufthansa - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £575 and £594, respectively. Users have found that TAP AIR PORTUGAL is 41% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro are Finnair (85%), Iberia (85%) and British Airways (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £591. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl) can be booked for £632 on average, our data indicates £2,252 when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro 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 Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro (average of £505). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro in August is currently the most expensive (average of £792). 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 8 airlines flying from Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro. 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 17 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest£487Average£737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapest£575Average£699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest£594Average£786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapest£617Average£791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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FinnairCheapest£652Average£672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapest£654Average£952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapest£675Average£918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£739Average£893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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