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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from $1,828

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 28/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — RIO
7 Jul — 14 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 June 2026.

Tue 7/719:10
AKL
-
GIG
1 stop21h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 29/719:25
GIG
-
AKL
2 stops27h 40m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/6$2,080
Fri 17/719:10
AKL
-
GIG
1 stop21h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 29/702:45
GIG
-
AKL
1 stop23h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/6$2,192
Wed 22/708:20
AKL
-
GIG
2 stops24h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 29/719:25
GIG
-
AKL
2 stops27h 40m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/6$2,239
Sun 19/719:10
AKL
-
GIG
1 stop21h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 26/702:45
GIG
-
AKL
1 stop23h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/6$2,309
Tue 7/719:10
AKL
-
GIG
2 stops26h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/719:25
GIG
-
AKL
2 stops30h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6$2,358
Sun 19/719:10
AKL
-
GIG
1 stop21h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 26/718:05
GIG
-
AKL
1 stop31h 50m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 3/6$2,365
Tue 21/706:45
AKL
-
GIG
2 stops25h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 28/719:25
GIG
-
AKL
2 stops27h 40m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/6$2,377
Wed 29/708:55
AKL
-
GIG
2 stops27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 24/819:25
GIG
-
AKL
2 stops27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$2,382
Mon 20/719:10
AKL
-
GIG
1 stop21h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 26/719:35
GIG
-
AKL
2 stops30h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 3/6$2,397
Mon 29/620:15
WLG
-
GIG
3 stops44h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/722:25
GIG
-
WLG
2 stops31h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$2,551
Sat 7/1106:00
CHC
-
GIG
2 stops27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 28/1119:25
GIG
-
CHC
2 stops44h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/6$2,553
Fri 28/808:20
CHC
-
GIG
2 stops24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/922:25
GIG
-
CHC
2 stops31h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$2,601

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro flight deals. Data was last updated 7 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,080

One-way from

$1,828

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,729
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 7/7-29/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 25m total
  • New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro
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28/9
  • 28/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 25m total
  • New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($502 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($141 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 7 June 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

AucklandRio de Janeiro

AKL - GIG

AKLGIG

Auckland Intl

Tue 21/7

06:45-17:20

2 stops25h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 28/7

19:25-14:05

2 stops27h 40m

$2,377

WellingtonRio de Janeiro

WLG - GIG

WLGGIG

Wellington

Mon 29/6

20:15-02:05

3 stops44h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 5/7

22:25-20:40

2 stops31h 15m

$2,551

ChristchurchRio de Janeiro

CHC - GIG

CHCGIG

Christchurch

Sat 7/11

06:00-17:20

2 stops27h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 28/11

19:25-07:25

2 stops44h 00m

$2,553

ChristchurchRio de Janeiro

CHC - GIG

CHCGIG

Christchurch

Fri 28/8

08:20-17:20

2 stops24h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 16/9

22:25-20:25

2 stops31h 00m

$2,601

ChristchurchRio de Janeiro

CHC - GIG

CHCGIG

Christchurch

Sat 7/11

12:55-22:00

2 stops25h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 28/11

17:20-22:20

3 stops37h 00m

$2,663

WellingtonRio de Janeiro

WLG - GIG

WLGGIG

Wellington

Fri 3/7

06:00-21:15

2 stops30h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 31/7

22:25-20:40

2 stops31h 15m

$2,687

ChristchurchRio de Janeiro

CHC - GIG

CHCGIG

Christchurch

Fri 28/8

06:00-00:05

3 stops33h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 16/9

22:25-13:00

3 stops47h 35m

$2,784

WellingtonRio de Janeiro

WLG - GIG

WLGGIG

Wellington

Sat 18/7

06:00-01:55

2 stops34h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 24/7

02:45-21:20

2 stops27h 35m

$2,808

AucklandRio de Janeiro

AKL - GIG

AKLGIG

Auckland Intl

Sun 19/7

08:55-21:05

3 stops27h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 26/7

19:35-16:55

2 stops30h 20m

$2,870
Fastest return journey

AucklandRio de Janeiro

AKL - GIG

AKLGIG

Auckland Intl

Fri 17/7

19:10-21:00

1 stop16h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 29/7

02:45-16:55

1 stop23h 10m

$3,089

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Deals found on 6/6

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro (average of $1,906). Flying from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,535). 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.

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 7 June 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qantas Airways and LATAM Airlines from New Zealand 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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,044 reviews
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Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Tania,May 2026

SYD - DFW

The trip was great and the flight attendants were lovely. It was my honeymoon and ai thought I lost my gold brecelet. They searched until they found it and gave us a bottle of champaign to celebrate our honeymoon. They were lovely!
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,044 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,044 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Tania,May 2026

SYD - DFW

The trip was great and the flight attendants were lovely. It was my honeymoon and ai thought I lost my gold brecelet. They searched until they found it and gave us a bottle of champaign to celebrate our honeymoon. They were lovely!
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,921 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,044 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Tania,May 2026

SYD - DFW

The trip was great and the flight attendants were lovely. It was my honeymoon and ai thought I lost my gold brecelet. They searched until they found it and gave us a bottle of champaign to celebrate our honeymoon. They were lovely!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro?

    Departing from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro will take you 25h 35m. There are 12255 km between New Zealand and Rio de Janeiro. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro?

    The most popular flight routes from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro are Auckland Intl - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Christchurch - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl and Wellington - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand 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 New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand 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 New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro (average of $1,906). Flying from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,535). 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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LATAM AirlinesCheapest$1,996Average$2,480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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