Cheap flights from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from $1,862

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 15/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — RIO
19 May — 26 May1
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 19 April 2026.

Sun 31/519:10
AKL
-
GIG
1 stop17h 50m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 14/602:45
GIG
-
AKL
1 stop23h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 19/4$2,061
Fri 15/519:10
AKL
-
GIG
1 stop17h 50m
LATAM Airlines
Fri 22/520:35
GIG
-
AKL
2 stops29h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 15/4$2,178
Sun 1/1120:00
AKL
-
GIG
1 stop18h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 15/1105:00
GIG
-
AKL
2 stops21h 40m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 17/4$2,210
Sat 7/1120:00
AKL
-
GIG
1 stop18h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 11/1119:35
GIG
-
AKL
2 stops31h 05m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 18/4$2,284
Sat 5/1220:00
AKL
-
GIG
2 stops36h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 28/219:25
GIG
-
AKL
2 stops31h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4$2,321
Wed 3/608:20
CHC
-
GIG
2 stops28h 40m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 10/618:05
GIG
-
CHC
2 stops31h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 19/4$2,365
Sat 30/518:10
CHC
-
GIG
2 stops42h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/618:05
GIG
-
CHC
2 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4$2,369
Sat 23/520:15
WLG
-
GIG
3 stops40h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 29/520:35
GIG
-
WLG
3 stops33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4$2,374
Mon 1/612:55
CHC
-
GIG
2 stops24h 05m
LATAM Airlines
Fri 31/722:25
GIG
-
CHC
2 stops32h 50m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 17/4$2,413
Sun 17/518:45
WLG
-
GIG
2 stops42h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 24/513:40
GIG
-
WLG
2 stops40h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4$2,432
Sat 30/520:15
WLG
-
GIG
3 stops40h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/612:20
GIG
-
WLG
2 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$2,440
Mon 1/605:45
CHC
-
GIG
2 stops31h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 31/722:25
GIG
-
CHC
2 stops32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4$2,500

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 19 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,061

One-way from

$1,862

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$3,260
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 31/5-14/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 00m total
  • New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro
15/5
  • 15/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 55m total
  • New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($516 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($133 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Price

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AucklandRio de Janeiro

AKL - GIG

AKLGIG

Auckland Intl

Sun 31/5

19:10-00:35

2 stops20h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 14/6

02:45-16:55

1 stop23h 10m

$2,178

WellingtonRio de Janeiro

WLG - GIG

WLGGIG

Wellington

Sat 23/5

20:15-22:00

3 stops40h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 29/5

20:35-21:05

3 stops33h 30m

$2,374

AucklandRio de Janeiro

AKL - GIG

AKLGIG

Auckland Intl

Sun 31/5

19:10-22:00

1 stop17h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 15/6

13:40-14:10

2 stops33h 30m

$2,381

AucklandRio de Janeiro

AKL - GIG

AKLGIG

Auckland Intl

Tue 6/10

20:10-21:15

1 stop17h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 22/10

19:55-17:45

2 stops53h 50m

$2,401

ChristchurchRio de Janeiro

CHC - GIG

CHCGIG

Christchurch

Mon 1/6

12:55-22:00

2 stops24h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 31/7

22:25-22:15

2 stops32h 50m

$2,413

WellingtonRio de Janeiro

WLG - GIG

WLGGIG

Wellington

Sun 17/5

18:45-22:00

2 stops42h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 24/5

13:40-21:05

2 stops40h 25m

$2,432

WellingtonRio de Janeiro

WLG - GIG

WLGGIG

Wellington

Sat 30/5

20:15-22:00

3 stops40h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 6/6

12:20-14:50

2 stops35h 30m

$2,440

ChristchurchRio de Janeiro

CHC - GIG

CHCGIG

Christchurch

Mon 1/6

05:45-22:00

2 stops31h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 31/7

22:25-22:10

2 stops32h 45m

$2,500

ChristchurchRio de Janeiro

CHC - GIG

CHCGIG

Christchurch

Sat 30/5

08:20-00:45

3 stops31h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 6/6

12:20-14:45

2 stops35h 25m

$2,525

AucklandRio de Janeiro

AKL - GIG

AKLGIG

Auckland Intl

Sat 30/5

15:30-17:20

2 stops40h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 13/6

19:35-16:55

2 stops30h 20m

$2,549

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 16/4

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro (average of $1,666). Flying from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro in September is currently the most expensive (average of $2,396). 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 19 April 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.

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro will take you 20h 25m. There are 12255 km between New Zealand and Rio de Janeiro.

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro (average of $1,666). Flying from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro in September is currently the most expensive (average of $2,396). 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 2 airlines flying from New Zealand to Rio de Janeiro

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$2,028Average$2,527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,302Average$2,672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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