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      Flight deals from Auckland International to Rio de Janeiro

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Auckland International Airport to Rio de Janeiro? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 23,198. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Rio de Janeiro.R 13,648 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct.One-way flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Auckland International on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 13,648, select.
      Rio de Janeiro.R 14,118 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Auckland International on Thu, 3 Jun, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 14,118, select.
      Rio de Janeiro.R 14,475 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec.One-way flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Auckland International on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 14,475, select.
      Rio de Janeiro.R 14,663 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar.One-way flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 14,663, select.
      Rio de Janeiro.R 14,808 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Feb.One-way flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Auckland International on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 14,808, select.
      Rio de Janeiro.R 14,964 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov.One-way flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 14,964, select.
      Rio de Janeiro.R 15,815 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Jan.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Auckland International on Fri, 22 Jan, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 15,815, select.
      Rio de Janeiro.R 15,979 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Apr.One-way flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 19 Apr, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 15,979, select.
      Rio de Janeiro.R 17,445 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 May.One-way flight with Air Tahiti Nui.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tahiti Nui, departs from Auckland International on Thu, 20 May, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 17,445, select.
      Rio de Janeiro.R 18,726 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Auckland International on Thu, 1 Jul, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 18,726, select.
      Rio de Janeiro.R 18,930 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep.One-way flight with Air Tahiti Nui.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tahiti Nui, departs from Auckland International on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 18,930, select.
      Rio de Janeiro.R 23,399 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Aug.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 9 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 23,399, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Auckland International to Rio de Janeiro

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Auckland International to Rio de Janeiro flights are currently cheapest in October.
      Sep
      from R 18,930
      Oct
      from R 13,648
      Nov
      from R 14,964
      Dec
      from R 14,475
      Jan
      from R 15,815
      Feb
      from R 14,808
      Mar
      from R 14,663
      Apr
      from R 15,979
      May
      from R 17,445
      Jun
      from R 14,118
      Jul
      from R 18,726
      Aug
      from R 23,399

      Alternative Auckland International to Rio de Janeiro routes

      Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Auckland International to Rio de Janeiro? You could fly into the following airports instead.

      Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

      3km from central Rio de Janeiro
      Closest
      from R 14,118
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      Rio de Janeiro Internacional

      12km from central Rio de Janeiro
      Cheapest
      from R 13,648
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      Jacarepaguá

      21km from central Rio de Janeiro
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      Auckland to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 13,648
      Cheapest month to flyOctober

      Finding cheap flights from Auckland International 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 Auckland International to Rio de Janeiro is R 22,135. 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.
      Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Auckland International to Rio de Janeiro. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 22,135.
      As of September 2026, there are no flights flying from Auckland International to Rio de Janeiro.
      The cheapest month to fly from Auckland International to Rio de Janeiro is usually May.
      If you're flying from Auckland International 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 R 22,135.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Auckland International Airport to Rio de Janeiro on Saturday, 1 May 2027.
      No airlines currently offer direct flights between Auckland International Airport and Rio de Janeiro. Most routes have one or more stops.
      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 September, the average temperature is usually around 23°C. February is typically the warmest month in Rio de Janeiro, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 18°C. The rainiest month is December.
      Currently, LATAM Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rio de Janeiro.

      Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know

      • Auckland Airport is located in Auckland. Following the UTC-3 timezone, Rio De Janeiro is 16 hours behind Auckland.

      • To avoid rushing for your AKL to Rio De Janeiro flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

      • Travelling during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

      • Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from AKL to Rio De Janeiro. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:

        • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

        • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

        • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

      • AKL is around 18 kilometres from central Auckland. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.

      • Searching for a hotel close to AKL? If you're catching an early flight from Auckland Airport to Rio De Janeiro, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:

      • When it comes to the on-time performance of Auckland Airport, data shows 69.31% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Rio De Janeiro

      • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Auckland Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight is R 13,648. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 22,135. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

      • Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from AKL to Rio De Janeiro. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.

      • If you're flexible with your travel plans, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for an Auckland Airport to Rio De Janeiro ticket.

      • You don't need to keep checking in to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an even better deal on cheap flights from AKL to Rio De Janeiro.

      • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Auckland Airport to Rio De Janeiro.

      Airports in Rio De Janeiro

      Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

      • Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to the centre of Rio De Janeiro takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.

      • Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.

      • If you have a late flight from Auckland Airport to Rio De Janeiro, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:

      • Follow your own route with a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and venture far and wide through Rio De Janeiro and beyond.

      • Reserving your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from AKL to Rio De Janeiro can help you get the lowest rate.

      Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

      • Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is around 2 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. Following your flight from Auckland Airport to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

      • You can expect the trip to take about 15 minutes on public transport.

      • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near SDU. Here are a few options where you can check in after your AKL to Rio De Janeiro flight:

      • Foco, Localiza and Movida make collecting a Santos Dumont Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.

      • Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.

      Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)

      • Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Auckland Airport to Rio De Janeiro has touched down. Central Rio De Janeiro is around 32 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 40 minutes to reach by taxi or ride-share.

      • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 25 minutes.

      • Stay at a hotel close to RRJ and go from the plane to your bed in a flash. Whether you're coming in on a late AKL to Rio De Janeiro flight or just want an easier arrival, these accommodation options offer a quick route to a good night's sleep:

      • No squeezing into small cabs, no navigating public transport — with a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car, you're literally in the driver's seat. Check out the range of cars available here at Localiza.

      • Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Auckland Airport to Rio De Janeiro is a smart move. As well as better prices, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at RRJ.

      Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro

      • Before you book your flights from Auckland Airport to Rio De Janeiro, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Rio De Janeiro offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.

      • The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Auckland Airport to Rio De Janeiro plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

      • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AKL to Rio De Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).

      More about Rio De Janeiro

      • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Rio De Janeiro right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Auckland Airport to Rio De Janeiro:

      • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach are leading attractions which should be on every Rio De Janeiro itinerary.

      Explore more of Brazil

      • Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Rio De Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista.

      • Belo Horizonte is another standout destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. No journey is complete without dropping by Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.

      Plan the rest of your trip from Auckland to Rio de Janeiro

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.