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

Turkish Airlines, United Airlines, and TAP AIR PORTUGAL can get you from London to Rio de Janeiro in just under 33h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 40m. London and Rio de Janeiro are separated by a distance of 5735 mi. 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 to Rio de Janeiro round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from London to Rio de Janeiro round-trip from £621. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are TAP AIR PORTUGAL, from £629, and Air France, from £640. Lufthansa is 31% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rio de Janeiro ranges from 40.0 - 130.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Rio de Janeiro when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rio de Janeiro, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).

What are the most popular routes from London to Rio de Janeiro?

Most travelers choose London Heathrow - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, London Heathrow - Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont or London Gatwick - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl when deciding on the best route from London to Rio de Janeiro.

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

Looking for the cheapest flight from London to Rio de Janeiro? While on average our users pay £1,233, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £696. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl), is priced around £645.

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

Before booking your flight to Rio de Janeiro from London, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Finnair (82%), Iberia (82%), British Airways( 82%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from London to Rio de Janeiro?

When booking a flight from London to Rio de Janeiro, you may want to consider flying on British Airways, TAP AIR PORTUGAL or Lufthansa as they are the most popular for this route.

Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from London to Rio de Janeiro?

The most popular stopover on flights from London to Rio de Janeiro is Lisbon.

Where are the least popular stopover locations for London to Rio de Janeiro flights?

The least popular stopover on flights from London to Rio de Janeiro is Rome.

What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Lisbon?

Lisbon travellers tend to visit Chiado, Museu Calouste Gulbenkian, and Praça do Marquês de Pombal more than anywhere else. Chiado, Museu Calouste Gulbenkian, and Praça do Marquês de Pombal are located about 4.5 mi, 2.8 mi, and 3.6 mi, respectively from Lisbon Humberto Delgado. Those landing in Lisbon looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about £13 per day.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from London 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 London to Rio de Janeiro.

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London 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.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 September 2026.

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from London to Rio de Janeiro that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 23 September 2026.

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Round-trip from	£765
One-way from	£350
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Average price	£868
Good round-trip deal	£960 or less
Good one-way deal	£708 or less

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Mon 16/11

07:15-20:10

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Rio de Janeiro (average of £785). Flying from London to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,173). 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 RIO?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from London to Rio de Janeiro as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from London to Rio de Janeiro

The most flights from LON to RIO 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).

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

London to Rio de Janeiro flights typically cost between £769 and £981 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £765 on Multiple Airlines (29 Oct–11 Nov).

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

Lisbon (LIS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 23% of one-stop itineraries from London to Rio de Janeiro on Cheapflights.

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

Rome (FCO) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £601.

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

Flights via Madrid (MAD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 13h 54m.

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

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 26m.

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 105 minutes.

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

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

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

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday 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.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London to Rio de Janeiro, you should look to book at least 55 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with LATAM Airlines,TAP AIR PORTUGAL, andITA Airways from London to Rio de Janeiro by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

LATAM Airlines

7.4

Good

1,981 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Noah,Aug 2026

JFK - GRU

This was fine, the flight crew and food were good.

LATAM Airlines

7.4

Good

1,981 reviews

LATAM Airlines

7.4

Good

1,981 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Noah,Aug 2026

JFK - GRU

This was fine, the flight crew and food were good.

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

7.2

Good

2,377 reviews

LATAM Airlines

7.4

Good

1,981 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Noah,Aug 2026

JFK - GRU

This was fine, the flight crew and food were good.

ITA Airways

6.8

Okay

1,365 reviews

LATAM Airlines

7.4

Good

1,981 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Noah,Aug 2026

JFK - GRU

This was fine, the flight crew and food were good.

Lufthansa

6.8

Okay

8,235 reviews

LATAM Airlines

7.4

Good

1,981 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Noah,Aug 2026

JFK - GRU

This was fine, the flight crew and food were good.

British Airways

6.7

Okay

8,228 reviews

LATAM Airlines

7.4

Good

1,981 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Noah,Aug 2026

JFK - GRU

This was fine, the flight crew and food were good.

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from London to Rio de Janeiro?
Turkish Airlines, United Airlines, and TAP AIR PORTUGAL can get you from London to Rio de Janeiro in just under 33h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 40m. London and Rio de Janeiro are separated by a distance of 5735 mi. 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 to Rio de Janeiro round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from London to Rio de Janeiro round-trip from £621. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are TAP AIR PORTUGAL, from £629, and Air France, from £640. Lufthansa is 31% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the most popular routes from London to Rio de Janeiro?
Most travelers choose London Heathrow - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, London Heathrow - Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont or London Gatwick - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl when deciding on the best route from London to Rio de Janeiro.
What are the most reliable airlines from London to Rio de Janeiro?
Before booking your flight to Rio de Janeiro from London, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Finnair (82%), Iberia (82%), British Airways( 82%).
What are the cheapest flights from London to Rio de Janeiro?
Looking for the cheapest flight from London to Rio de Janeiro? While on average our users pay £1,233, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £696. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl), is priced around £645.
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from London to Rio de Janeiro?
The most popular stopover on flights from London to Rio de Janeiro is Lisbon.
What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Lisbon?
Lisbon travellers tend to visit Chiado, Museu Calouste Gulbenkian, and Praça do Marquês de Pombal more than anywhere else. Chiado, Museu Calouste Gulbenkian, and Praça do Marquês de Pombal are located about 4.5 mi, 2.8 mi, and 3.6 mi, respectively from Lisbon Humberto Delgado. Those landing in Lisbon looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about £13 per day.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for London to Rio de Janeiro flights?
The least popular stopover on flights from London to Rio de Janeiro is Rome.
Can I find deals for flights from London to Rio de Janeiro that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on London to Rio de Janeiro flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from London 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 London to Rio de Janeiro.
Can I find deals for business class flights from London to Rio de Janeiro?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London 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 to Rio de Janeiro?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Rio de Janeiro (average of £785). Flying from London to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,173). 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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Lufthansa	Cheapest£621	Average£943	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
TAP AIR PORTUGAL	Cheapest£629	Average£1,003	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights
Air France	Cheapest£640	Average£994	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
ITA Airways	Cheapest£686	Average£976	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search ITA Airways flights
Virgin Atlantic	Cheapest£692	Average£970	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
British Airways	Cheapest£713	Average£1,100	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
American Airlines	Cheapest£735	Average£863	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights
KLM	Cheapest£735	Average£1,029	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
LATAM Airlines	Cheapest£751	Average£1,047	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search LATAM Airlines flights
Iberia	Cheapest£754	Average£1,342	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Iberia flights

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Cheapest flights from London to Rio de JaneiroExplore the most affordable flight options available from London to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 September 2026.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from London 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 23 September 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from London to Rio de Janeiro as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from London to Rio de Janeiro

The most flights from LON to RIO 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).

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

London to Rio de Janeiro flights typically cost between £769 and £981 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £765 on Multiple Airlines (29 Oct–11 Nov).

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

Share of one-stop return flights from London 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 23% of one-stop itineraries from London to Rio de Janeiro on Cheapflights.

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

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

Rome (FCO) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £601.

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

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from London 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: 13h 54m.

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

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from London 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 26m.

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 105 minutes.

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

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

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

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday 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.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London to Rio de Janeiro, you should look to book at least 55 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro

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Cheapest flights from London to Rio de Janeiro
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One-way flights from London to Rio de Janeiro
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London to Rio de Janeiro flights typically cost between £769 and £981 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £765 on Multiple Airlines (29 Oct–11 Nov).