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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Heathrow to Rio De Janeiro? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs110,161 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Apr.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 30 Apr, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs110,161, select.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs117,293 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Jan.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 27 Jan, arriving in Jacarepaguá.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs117,293, select.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs119,362 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Feb.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 4 Feb, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs119,362, select.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs124,849 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Jun.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs124,849, select.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs126,186 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 May.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs126,186, select.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs128,806 per passenger.Departing Wed, 31 Dec.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 31 Dec, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs128,806, select.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs134,100 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Jacarepaguá.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs134,100, select.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs134,100 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs134,100, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Rio De Janeiro

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Heathrow to Rio De Janeiro flights are currently cheapest in April.
Mar
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Apr
from Rs111,075
May
from Rs127,233
Jun
from Rs125,885
Jul
from Rs158,899
Aug
from Rs142,893
Sep
from Rs135,213
Oct
from Rs135,213
Nov
from Rs135,213
Dec
from Rs129,875
Jan
from Rs118,266
Feb
from Rs120,352

Direct flights from London Heathrow to Rio De Janeiro

Alternative London Heathrow to Rio De Janeiro routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from London Heathrow to Rio De Janeiro? You could fly into the following airports instead.

London to Rio De Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs110,161
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time11 hrs, 40 mins
Most popular airlineIberia
Average flights per week22

Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow to Rio De Janeiro: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Rio De Janeiro: Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont, Rio De Janeiro Internacional and Jacarepaguá.
The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Rio De Janeiro is Rs207,068. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
11 hours and 40 minutes is the average flight time from London Heathrow to Rio De Janeiro.
Iberia, British Airways and Finnair fly direct from London Heathrow to Rio De Janeiro.
As of March 2025, there are 22 flights per week flying from London Heathrow to Rio De Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Rio De Janeiro is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from London Heathrow Airport, the cheapest airport near Rio De Janeiro is Rio De Janeiro Internacional – which is 12.2 km away from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. We've found flights into this airport from Rs207,068.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Rio De Janeiro on Wednesday, 25 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 40 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rio De Janeiro but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rio De Janeiro is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 25°C. February is typically the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 17°C. The rainiest month is January.
Currently, Lufthansa and British Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Rio De Janeiro.

Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 11 hours 18 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rio De Janeiro.

  • The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3. The city is 3 hours behind London, where London Heathrow Airport is located.

  • The busiest route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG). You can choose from 10 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LHR to GIG is the 21:55 British Airways service. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 22:10 with British Airways.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from LHR to Rio De Janeiro, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • You can catch a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rio De Janeiro that touches down at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).

  • British Airways is a leading airline that operates direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Rio De Janeiro.

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for flights from LHR to Rio De Janeiro, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)

    • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

  • If you have a passport from United Kingdom and are travelling to Brazil for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on the reason for your trip and are subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before booking a cheap ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Rio De Janeiro.

  • Located around 31 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in approximately 57 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.

  • Have an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to LHR:

How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Rio De Janeiro

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Rio De Janeiro is Rs110,161. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs205,364. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To snag cheap tickets from LHR to Rio De Janeiro, reserve your trip 9 months ahead of your departure.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Rio De Janeiro. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for flight tickets from LHR to Rio De Janeiro every day.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is around 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.

  • It takes around 1 hour and 3 minutes when travelling by public transport.

  • Book a hotel near GIG if you have a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • After your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rio De Janeiro has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 3 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).

  • You can also travel using public transport, which will take about 16 minutes.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to SDU. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from LHR to Rio De Janeiro:

Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro

  • July is the busiest month to catch a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rio De Janeiro while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Rio De Janeiro, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.

  • Lock in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rio De Janeiro for February to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 22ºC to 33ºC.

  • July sees average temperatures of between 17ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap flights from LHR to Rio De Janeiro sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

More about Rio De Janeiro

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