Question 1

What is the cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro from London is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $907, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of May is another great option to travel to Rio de Janeiro, with average flight prices from London averaging around $933.

Question 2

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from London to Rio de Janeiro when you can find flight prices for as low as $859. Flying to Rio de Janeiro at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Rio de Janeiro, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,394 per ticket.

Question 3

How have London to Rio de Janeiro flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, prices for London to Rio de Janeiro flights are approximately 115% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 4

What cabin class options are available on London to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on London to Rio de Janeiro flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Rio de Janeiro from London when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Rio de Janeiro for around $1,219 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Rio de Janeiro from London for as low as $1,091 on momondo.

Question 6

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from London to Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $851.

Question 7

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London to Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

United Airlines, Lufthansa, and SWISS are the most popular carriers operating from London to Rio de Janeiro

Question 8

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from London to Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 25m.

Question 9

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 10

How often are flights from London to Rio de Janeiro delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 11% of flights between London and Rio de Janeiro have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 107 minutes.

Question 11

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London and Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from $1,105 to $1,868.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $877.

Question 12

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Rio de Janeiro from London. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $1,156. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from London because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,802.

Question 13

What is the cheapest London to Rio de Janeiro flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from London Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl for the best London - Rio de Janeiro flight prices

Question 14

How many flights depart from London to Rio de Janeiro on average per day?

Accepted Answer

3 flights are operational daily from London to Rio de Janeiro as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 10:00PM, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

Question 15

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 16

Can stopping save me money on London to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Accepted Answer

You could potentially save up to 28% on your flight if you consider stops on a London to Rio de Janeiro flight.

Question 17

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, British Airways have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 11% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 18

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between London and Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

Lisbon (LIS) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 19

How many flights depart from London to Rio de Janeiro on average per week?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, 21 flights take off from London and land in Rio de Janeiro each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Question 20

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from London to Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 18m.

Question 21

When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from London to Rio de Janeiro are refreshed on a daily basis.

Question 22

How many operators does momondo search for flights from London to Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

The number of operators available for flights from London to Rio de Janeiro is 1 as of December 2025.

Question 23

How old do you have to be to fly from London to Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London to Rio de Janeiro.

Question 24

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

The required travel and health documents for your Rio de Janeiro trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Rio de Janeiro. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London and Rio de Janeiro?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Rio de Janeiro?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Rio de Janeiro?

What is the cheapest London to Rio de Janeiro flight route?

Fly from London Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl for the best London - Rio de Janeiro flight prices

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

What cabin class options are available on London to Rio de Janeiro flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on London to Rio de Janeiro flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on London to Rio de Janeiro flights?

You could potentially save up to 28% on your flight if you consider stops on a London to Rio de Janeiro flight.

How have London to Rio de Janeiro flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for London to Rio de Janeiro flights are approximately 115% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London to Rio de Janeiro?

United Airlines, Lufthansa, and SWISS are the most popular carriers operating from London to Rio de Janeiro

How often are flights from London to Rio de Janeiro delayed?

Historically, on average around 11% of flights between London and Rio de Janeiro have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 107 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Rio de Janeiro flights?

According to our data, British Airways have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 11% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between London and Rio de Janeiro?

Lisbon (LIS) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from London to Rio de Janeiro?

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $851.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from London to Rio de Janeiro?

Flights connecting via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 25m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from London to Rio de Janeiro?

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 18m.

How many flights depart from London to Rio de Janeiro on average per day?

3 flights are operational daily from London to Rio de Janeiro as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 10:00PM, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from London to Rio de Janeiro on average per week?

As of December 2025, 21 flights take off from London and land in Rio de Janeiro each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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