$620 Cheap Flights from London (LHR) to Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

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Cheap Flights from London to Rio de Janeiro (LHR-GIG)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $620 for one-way flights and $852 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

KLM
Tue, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 24
LHR
London
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
$852 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$852
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select KLM flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from London to Rio de Janeiro, returning Mon, Nov 24, priced at $852 found 7 hours ago
Air France
Wed, Nov 19 - Wed, Dec 3
LHR
London
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
$880 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$880
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Air France flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from London to Rio de Janeiro, returning Wed, Dec 3, priced at $880 found 7 hours ago
Air Canada
Thu, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 14
LHR
London
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
$881 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$881
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from London to Rio de Janeiro, returning Sun, Dec 14, priced at $881 found 6 days ago
British Airways
Thu, Nov 20 - Wed, Dec 10
LHR
London
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
$893 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$893
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Thu, Nov 20 from London to Rio de Janeiro, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $893 found 1 day ago
TAP Portugal
Wed, Mar 18 - Tue, Mar 31
LHR
London
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
$909 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$909
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select TAP Portugal flight, departing Wed, Mar 18 from London to Rio de Janeiro, returning Tue, Mar 31, priced at $909 found 4 days ago
Lufthansa
Wed, Sep 3 - Mon, Sep 29
LHR
London
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
$934 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$934
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from London to Rio de Janeiro, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $934 found 1 day ago
British Airways
Mon, Feb 23 - Thu, Mar 5
LHR
London
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
$937 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$937
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Mon, Feb 23 from London to Rio de Janeiro, returning Thu, Mar 5, priced at $937 found 5 days ago
Austrian Airlines
Wed, Sep 3 - Mon, Sep 29
LHR
London
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
$943 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$943
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Austrian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from London to Rio de Janeiro, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $943 found 1 day ago
KLM
Wed, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 3
LHR
London
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
$943 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$943
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select KLM flight, departing Wed, Nov 26 from London to Rio de Janeiro, returning Wed, Dec 3, priced at $943 found 5 hours ago
LATAM Airlines Group
Mon, Jun 1 - Mon, Jun 15
LHR
London
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
$976 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$976
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select LATAM Airlines Group flight, departing Mon, Jun 1 from London to Rio de Janeiro, returning Mon, Jun 15, priced at $976 found 6 days ago

Alternative airports near Rio de Janeiro

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Santos Dumont SDU. Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 2 minutes. Flights from $1,916
SDU
Santos Dumont
Closest
Average driving time to city center2 min
Flights from $1,916
Flights from London (LHR) to Rio de Janeiro (GIG)
Origin airport
Heathrow
Destination airport
Galeão - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air France, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Delta, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Iberia, KLM, LATAM Airlines Group, Lufthansa, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic, avianca
Roundtrip price
$852
Distance
5749 mi
Average flight time
10 hours 40 mins

London to Rio de Janeiro Flights

The cheapest times to fly from London to Rio de Janeiro

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from London to Rio de Janeiro are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from London to Rio de Janeiro with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from London to Rio de Janeiro

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from London to Rio de Janeiro: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from London to Rio de Janeiro

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from London to Rio de Janeiro in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $620 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap London to Rio de Janeiro flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your London to Rio de Janeiro airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG) cost?
Grab cheap return tickets starting at $984 from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a British Airways flight leaving LHR on August 17 2025 and touching down at GIG. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from LHR to GIG?
The cheapest flights from LHR to GIG are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG)?
Hop on a direct flight with British Airways and head straight from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from LHR to GIG?
With fares starting at $848 for a one-way flight from LHR to GIG, British Airways is currently the cheapest airline on this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from LHR on September 1 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG)?
On average, Heathrow Airport (LHR) only offers 1 direct flight to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG) each day. For more choices, try Expedia's easy-to-use filters. Enter your preferred travel dates, then select "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops" to discover flights with layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG)?
More travelers fly between LHR and GIG at 10 PM than at any other point in the day. Prefer a quieter experience? Travel outside of rush hours and there's a chance you'll save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from LHR to GIG?
If you travel on a Wednesday, you'll get the largest range of choices for flights from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG).
What is the earliest flight from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG)?
Take the earliest flight at around 10:10PM UTC+0, heading out of Heathrow Airport (LHR). You'll be traveling for around 11h 45m, reaching Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG) at approximately 6:55AM UTC-3.
How long does it take to fly from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG)?
Flights from LHR to GIG have an average travel time of 11 hours and 45 minutes. The total distance between the two airports is 5,800 mi.
What airline has the least delays from LHR to GIG?
With 90% of journeys usually landing on schedule, British Airways has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG). To monitor your flight status and get notified about any changes, simply head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG)?
To land at Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG) on schedule, choose a flight that takes off from Heathrow Airport (LHR) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Rio de Janeiro from Heathrow Airport (LHR)?
If you're on a direct flight from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Rio de Janeiro, Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your departure to book your flight from LHR to GIG generally means paying more. Although you may find some last-minute deals, they're not always guaranteed. Allow some flexibility in your schedule for the best chance of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a LHR to GIG flight and hotel package?
Booking a LHR to GIG flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip all in one place. Select from our wide range of accommodations and then add flights, activities and car rentals to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG)?
Typically, you can cancel or reschedule your LHR to GIG flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's guidelines and fees on flight changes, or if you want more information, visit our Customer Service portal.

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