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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, Brazil from $1,358

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 5/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — GIG
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
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 29 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,936

One-way from

$1,358

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,399
20/10-3/11
  • 20/10-3/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro
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LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 5/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 39h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($960 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($114 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Find flight deals from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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 29 August 2025.

Mon 20/1013:00MEL - GIG
2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/1118:40GIG - MEL
2 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8$1,936
Mon 20/1013:00MEL - GIG
1 stop18h 15mLATAM Airlines
Mon 3/1118:40GIG - MEL
2 stops24h 55mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 27/8$2,085
Sat 18/1013:00MEL - GIG
1 stop18h 15mLATAM Airlines
Fri 31/1017:05GIG - MEL
1 stop22h 20mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 28/8$2,115
Thu 28/809:25MEL - GIG
2 stops24h 40mQantas Airways
Thu 4/918:05GIG - MEL
3 stops31h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/8$2,249

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Melbourne

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Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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Return

Price

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Mon 20/10

13:00-08:00

2 stops33h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 3/11

18:40-10:20

2 stops25h 40m

$1,936

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Mon 20/10

13:00-17:15

1 stop18h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 3/11

18:40-09:35

2 stops24h 55m

$2,085

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Sat 18/10

13:00-17:15

1 stop18h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 31/10

17:05-05:25

1 stop22h 20m

$2,115

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Sun 15/2

11:30-14:10

2 stops40h 40m

$1,450

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Sun 26/10

12:00-07:05

3 stops57h 05m

$1,488

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Sat 17/1

15:35-10:15

2 stops56h 40m

$1,493

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Sun 26/10

08:25-10:15

2 stops39h 50m

$1,501

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Tue 17/2

00:45-10:15

2 stops47h 30m

$1,516

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Sat 15/11

06:45-16:15

2 stops23h 30m

$1,548

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Sun 15/2

15:35-10:15

2 stops56h 40m

$1,556

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

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 29 August 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.

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 29 August 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with LATAM Airlines from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,843 reviews
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Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

MCO - BOG

The problem was the delayed departure for airport reason I understood it was not a Latam responsibility. The crew could give something to drink and not only a candy.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,843 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,843 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

MCO - BOG

The problem was the delayed departure for airport reason I understood it was not a Latam responsibility. The crew could give something to drink and not only a candy.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in 18h 15m. Fly via LATAM Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 13229 km.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly 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 $1,715. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport for 36% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl that include hotel bookings?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top airline flying from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$1,715Average$2,508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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