What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro one-way?

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $1,766. Cathay Pacific flights start at $1,904 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $1,968 one-way. Find deals

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, Wellington - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl and Christchurch - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find deals

How far in advance should I book a flight from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro?

To save on the cost of your flight from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro, book at least 47 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 45% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $2,466 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $3,065.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro?

May can be a great time to fly to Rio de Janeiro from New Zealand with a flight ticket averaging about $2,646. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of May for as cheap as $1,942. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

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.

$2,946+ Flights from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro

Round-trip from	$1,963
One-way from	$1,668
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	May
Average price	$2,358

LATAM Airlines
12/7-28/7
2 total stops
40h 55m total
New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro

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2/9
2 total stops
32h 25m total
New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($765 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($123 potential savings vs. average return price).

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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 15 June 2025.

Sat 12/719:10AKL - GIG

1 stop20h 45mLATAM Airlines

Mon 28/718:05GIG - AKL

1 stop20h 10mLATAM Airlines

Deal found 12/6$1,963

Sun 3/819:10AKL - GIG

2 stops29h 25mQantas Airways

Wed 13/822:05GIG - AKL

2 stops35h 30mQantas Airways

Deal found 14/6$2,136

Tue 5/807:30AKL - GIG

2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines

Sat 16/822:05GIG - AKL

2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/6$2,387

Tue 4/1114:55AKL - GIG

2 stops59h 20mCathay Pacific

Sun 14/1223:00GIG - AKL

2 stops46h 25mCathay Pacific

Deal found 14/6$2,519

Sun 16/1113:20AKL - GIG

2 stops32h 55mAmerican Airlines

Tue 16/1222:25GIG - AKL

2 stops43h 40mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 14/6$2,826

Tue 2/920:30AKL - GIG

1 stop34h 20mEmirates

Sat 27/903:05GIG - AKL

1 stop39h 45mEmirates

Deal found 14/6$3,520

Best flights from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro
Discover carefully curated flight deals from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 15 June 2025.

Sat 12/719:10AKL - GIG

1 stop20h 45mLATAM Airlines

Mon 28/718:05GIG - AKL

1 stop20h 10mLATAM Airlines

Deal found 12/6$1,963

Sun 3/819:10AKL - GIG

2 stops29h 25mQantas Airways

Wed 13/822:05GIG - AKL

2 stops35h 30mQantas Airways

Deal found 14/6$2,136

Mon 4/813:45WLG - GIG

2 stops22h 20mMultiple Airlines

Mon 18/810:45GIG - WLG

2 stops42h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/6$2,179

Tue 4/1114:55AKL - GIG

2 stops59h 20mCathay Pacific

Sun 14/1223:00GIG - AKL

2 stops46h 25mCathay Pacific

Deal found 14/6$2,519

Sun 16/1113:20AKL - GIG

2 stops32h 55mAmerican Airlines

Tue 16/1222:25GIG - AKL

2 stops43h 40mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 14/6$2,826

Tue 2/920:30AKL - GIG

1 stop34h 20mEmirates

Sat 27/903:05GIG - AKL

1 stop39h 45mEmirates

Deal found 14/6$3,520

Tue 5/807:30AKL - GIG

2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines

Sat 16/822:05GIG - AKL

2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/6$2,387

Tue 5/806:05WLG - GIG

2 stops26h 10mQantas Airways

Mon 18/812:50GIG - WLG

2 stops33h 45mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/6$2,392

Tue 9/1212:05WLG - GIG

3 stops34h 10mLATAM Airlines

Sun 11/119:35GIG - WLG

3 stops32h 55mLATAM Airlines

Deal found 12/6$3,497

Last-minute flights from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro
Discover last-minute flight deals from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro. Data last updated 15 June 2025 and is based on user searches.

Fri 20/620:35AKL - GIG

2 stops39h 20mMultiple Airlines

Fri 28/1114:45GIG - AKL

2 stops36h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/6$4,041

Fri 27/606:45AKL - GIG

2 stops25h 30mQantas Airways

Sat 5/713:35GIG - AKL

1 stop24h 40mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/6$3,304

Fri 27/619:40AKL - GIG

1 stop27h 35mUnited Airlines

Wed 9/721:05GIG - AKL

1 stop41h 25mUnited Airlines

Deal found 13/6$12,468

Sat 12/719:10AKL - GIG

1 stop20h 45mLATAM Airlines

Mon 28/718:05GIG - AKL

1 stop20h 10mLATAM Airlines

Deal found 12/6$1,963

Sat 12/719:10AKL - GIG

1 stop18h 20mMultiple Airlines

Sun 27/702:25GIG - AKL

1 stop35h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/6$2,782

Sat 12/715:15AKL - GIG

2 stops39h 35mEmirates

Sun 27/703:05GIG - AKL

2 stops43h 40mEmirates

Deal found 12/6$3,940

One-way flights from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro
Search for one-way flight options from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 15 June 2025.

Tue 2/920:15AKL - GIG

2 stops32h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/6$1,668

Fri 14/1113:20AKL - GIG

2 stops36h 05mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/6$1,766

Sat 15/1110:10AKL - GIG

2 stops64h 05mCathay Pacific

Deal found 12/6$1,904

Mon 1/919:10AKL - GIG

1 stop18h 20mQantas Airways

Deal found 14/6$1,968

Thu 4/913:15AKL - GIG

2 stops40h 15mQatar Airways

Deal found 14/6$1,997

Tue 2/920:30AKL - GIG

1 stop34h 20mEmirates

Deal found 14/6$2,249

Tue 11/1101:40AKL - GIG

2 stops57h 00mKLM

Deal found 12/6$3,824

Wed 12/1113:15AKL - GIG

3 stops57h 40mBritish Airways

Deal found 12/6$6,645

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Price

AucklandRio de Janeiro

AKL - GIG

AKLGIG

Auckland Intl

Sat 12/7

19:10-00:55

1 stop20h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 28/7

18:05-05:15

1 stop20h 10m

$1,963

AucklandRio de Janeiro

AKL - GIG

AKLGIG

Auckland Intl

Sun 3/8

19:10-09:35

2 stops29h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 13/8

22:05-00:35

2 stops35h 30m

$2,136

AucklandRio de Janeiro

AKL - GIG

AKLGIG

Auckland Intl

Tue 5/8

07:30-17:15

2 stops24h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 16/8

22:05-00:35

2 stops35h 30m

$2,387

AucklandRio de Janeiro

AKL - GIG

AKLGIG

Auckland Intl

Tue 4/11

14:55-10:15

2 stops59h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 14/12

23:00-13:25

2 stops46h 25m

$2,519

AucklandRio de Janeiro

AKL - GIG

AKLGIG

Auckland Intl

Sun 16/11

13:20-06:15

2 stops32h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 16/12

22:25-10:05

2 stops43h 40m

$2,826

AucklandRio de Janeiro

AKL - GIG

AKLGIG

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/9

15:55-15:50

2 stops38h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 27/9

03:05-10:50

1 stop39h 45m

$3,520

AucklandRio de Janeiro

AKL - GIG

AKLGIG

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/9

20:15-13:40

2 stops32h 25m

$1,668

AucklandRio de Janeiro

AKL - GIG

AKLGIG

Auckland Intl

Fri 14/11

13:20-09:25

2 stops36h 05m

$1,766

AucklandRio de Janeiro

AKL - GIG

AKLGIG

Auckland Intl

Sat 15/11

10:10-10:15

2 stops64h 05m

$1,904

AucklandRio de Janeiro

AKL - GIG

AKLGIG

Auckland Intl

Mon 1/9

19:10-22:30

1 stop18h 20m

$1,968

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

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

When flying from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Rio de Janeiro by month

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.

Temperature in Rio de Janeiro by month

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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro, such as Emirates, KLM and Cathay Pacific. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,266 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,266 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,266 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

KLM

7.8

Good

1,360 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,266 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

Cathay Pacific

7.6

Good

892 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,266 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

LATAM Airlines

7.5

Good

1,785 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,266 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

854 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,266 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

Related info for your journey

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $1,766. Cathay Pacific flights start at $1,904 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $1,968 one-way.
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, Wellington - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl and Christchurch - 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro

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LATAM Airlines	Cheapest$2,076	Average$2,580	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search LATAM Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$2,305	Average$2,831	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights

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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 time of day to fly from NZ to RIO?

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Rainfall in Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

Temperature in Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro, such as Emirates, KLM and Cathay Pacific. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Related info for your journey

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