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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, Brazil from $1,124

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 13/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — GIG
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,003

One-way from

$1,124

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$2,467
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 26/5-9/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro
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LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 13/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($1,228 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($129 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 April 2025.

Mon 26/512:00MEL - GIG
1 stop18h 15mLATAM Airlines
Mon 9/618:05GIG - MEL
1 stop22h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/4$2,003
Mon 26/506:30MEL - GIG
3 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/618:05GIG - MEL
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$2,377
Sun 30/1100:45MEL - GIG
2 stops47h 30mCathay Pacific
Thu 1/123:00GIG - MEL
2 stops42h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/4$3,436
Sat 17/515:55MEL - GIG
2 stops61h 10mEmirates
Fri 30/503:30GIG - MEL
1 stop37h 00mEmirates
Deal found 13/4$3,475
Mon 1/1212:00MEL - GIG
2 stops36h 15mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/122:30GIG - MEL
1 stop40h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 14/4$3,485
Sat 13/908:00MEL - GIG
3 stops25h 55mQantas Airways
Mon 22/918:05GIG - MEL
3 stops30h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/4$5,377

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MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Mon 26/5

12:00-17:15

1 stop18h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 9/6

18:05-05:40

1 stop22h 35m

$2,003

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Mon 26/5

06:30-22:30

3 stops29h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 9/6

18:05-05:40

1 stop22h 35m

$2,377

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Sat 17/5

15:55-16:05

2 stops61h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 30/5

03:30-05:30

1 stop37h 00m

$3,475

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Sat 13/9

08:00-20:55

3 stops25h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 22/9

18:05-13:35

3 stops30h 30m

$5,377

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Wed 13/8

12:00-17:15

1 stop18h 15m

$1,124

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Deals found on 13/4

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to GIG?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 33% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

Rainfall in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport 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–Galeão Intl Airport when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, 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–Galeão Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. 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–Galeão Intl. Reviews last updated 15 April 2025.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,198 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,198 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,198 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,758 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,198 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
818 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,198 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport round-trip from $2,003. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Emirates, from $3,475, and Qantas Airways, from $5,377. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport for 26% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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LATAM AirlinesCheapest$1,983Average$2,476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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