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Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne from $2,972

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIO — MEL
31 Jul — 7 Aug1
1 adult
Wed 31/7
Wed 7/8

Cheap flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rio de Janeiro (RIO) to Melbourne (ME1). 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 26 July 2024.

Round-trip from

$3,021

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$2,757
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 31/10-10/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 85h 40m total
  • Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne
High demand for flights, 22% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 24% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in July 2024

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

June is one of the best times of the year to fly to Melbourne from Rio de Janeiro. Prices for June average $2,789 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $1,935. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a June flight can save you 27% on your journey compared to booking in December

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

When flying from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap LATAM Airlines flights from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by LATAM Airlines for the route between Rio de Janeiro and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
Find some of the cheapest LATAM Airlines flights travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Thu 31/1014:45GIG - MEL
1 stop24h 40mLATAM Airlines
Tue 10/1212:30MEL - GIG
1 stop23h 00mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 25/7$3,182
Thu 31/1010:20GIG - MEL
2 stops29h 05mLATAM Airlines
Tue 10/1212:30MEL - GIG
1 stop23h 00mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 25/7$3,189
Thu 31/1010:20GIG - MEL
3 stops29h 05mLATAM Airlines
Tue 10/1209:00MEL - GIG
2 stops26h 30mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 25/7$3,342
Thu 31/1008:45GIG - MEL
3 stops30h 40mLATAM Airlines
Tue 10/1207:45MEL - GIG
3 stops27h 45mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 25/7$3,443
Mon 6/120:50GIG - MEL
1 stop42h 35mLATAM Airlines
Sat 8/312:30MEL - GIG
1 stop24h 10mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 24/7$4,100
Mon 6/113:00SDU - MEL
2 stops50h 25mLATAM Airlines
Sat 8/312:30MEL - SDU
2 stops36h 45mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 24/7$4,397
Mon 6/119:55GIG - MEL
3 stops35h 40mLATAM Airlines
Sat 8/308:00MEL - GIG
3 stops25h 50mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 24/7$4,610
Thu 2/117:05GIG - MEL
1 stop22h 20mLATAM Airlines
Thu 5/612:00MEL - GIG
1 stop21h 40mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 25/7$8,902
Thu 2/115:20GIG - MEL
2 stops24h 05mLATAM Airlines
Thu 5/612:00MEL - GIG
1 stop21h 40mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 25/7$8,924

Cheap Emirates flights from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Emirates for the route between Rio de Janeiro and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on Emirates flights travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Wed 30/1002:55GIG - MEL
1 stop30h 25mEmirates
Tue 10/1222:30MEL - GIG
1 stop31h 25mEmirates
Deal found 25/7$3,878
Sun 5/102:55GIG - MEL
1 stop37h 30mEmirates
Sat 8/322:30MEL - GIG
1 stop31h 25mEmirates
Deal found 24/7$4,033
Sun 5/102:55GIG - MEL
1 stop37h 30mEmirates
Sat 8/316:55MEL - GIG
2 stops37h 00mEmirates
Deal found 24/7$4,042
Sun 5/102:55GIG - MEL
1 stop30h 25mEmirates
Fri 7/303:25MEL - GIG
2 stops50h 30mEmirates
Deal found 24/7$4,044
Sun 5/102:55GIG - MEL
2 stops51h 40mEmirates
Sat 8/316:55MEL - GIG
2 stops37h 00mEmirates
Deal found 24/7$4,053
Wed 7/817:45SDU - MEL
3 stops60h 50mEmirates
Fri 30/805:15MEL - SDU
2 stops52h 20mEmirates
Deal found 24/7$4,094
Wed 7/817:45SDU - MEL
3 stops60h 50mEmirates
Thu 29/802:25MEL - SDU
3 stops55h 10mEmirates
Deal found 24/7$4,516
Mon 6/117:45SDU - MEL
2 stops39h 35mEmirates
Fri 7/303:25MEL - SDU
3 stops67h 05mEmirates
Deal found 24/7$4,555
Mon 6/117:45SDU - MEL
3 stops60h 50mEmirates
Fri 7/303:25MEL - SDU
3 stops67h 05mEmirates
Deal found 24/7$4,566

Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Rio de Janeiro and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Thu 12/1222:25GIG - MEL
3 stops48h 10mLATAM Airlines
Thu 9/112:30MEL - GIG
1 stop23h 00mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 26/7$2,972
Thu 31/1020:55GIG - MEL
2 stops46h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/1208:00MEL - GIG
2 stops39h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/7$3,021
Thu 31/1014:45GIG - MEL
1 stop24h 40mLATAM Airlines
Tue 10/1212:30MEL - GIG
1 stop23h 00mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 25/7$3,182
Thu 31/1010:20GIG - MEL
2 stops29h 05mLATAM Airlines
Tue 10/1212:30MEL - GIG
1 stop23h 00mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 25/7$3,189
Mon 9/1221:55GIG - MEL
2 stops45h 35mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/113:00MEL - GIG
2 stops34h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/7$3,339
Thu 31/1010:20GIG - MEL
3 stops29h 05mLATAM Airlines
Tue 10/1209:00MEL - GIG
2 stops26h 30mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 25/7$3,342
Thu 12/1212:50GIG - MEL
1 stop26h 35mLATAM Airlines
Thu 9/112:30MEL - GIG
1 stop24h 10mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 26/7$3,359
Wed 11/1202:55GIG - MEL
1 stop30h 25mEmirates
Sun 12/106:15MEL - GIG
1 stop47h 40mEmirates
Deal found 26/7$3,393
Wed 11/1202:55GIG - MEL
1 stop30h 25mEmirates
Sun 12/116:55MEL - GIG
2 stops37h 00mEmirates
Deal found 26/7$3,402

Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne departing last-minute. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Wed 7/813:15SDU - MEL
2 stops38h 30mQatar Airways
Fri 30/815:05MEL - SDU
2 stops43h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/7$3,033
Wed 7/817:45SDU - MEL
3 stops60h 50mEmirates
Fri 30/805:15MEL - SDU
2 stops52h 20mEmirates
Deal found 24/7$4,094
Wed 7/817:45SDU - MEL
3 stops60h 50mEmirates
Thu 29/802:25MEL - SDU
3 stops55h 10mEmirates
Deal found 24/7$4,516
Wed 7/817:45SDU - MEL
2 stops39h 05mEmirates
Thu 29/802:25MEL - SDU
3 stops55h 10mEmirates
Deal found 24/7$5,422

One-way flights to Melbourne from Rio de Janeiro

Search for one-way flight options from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne. Those needing a return flight from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne can use the search form above.
Thu 2/110:10GIG - MEL
1 stop29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$5,856
Thu 2/119:55GIG - MEL
3 stops46h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$6,012
Thu 2/116:40GIG - MEL
2 stops28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$6,154
Thu 2/116:40GIG - AVV
3 stops40h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$6,273
Wed 1/100:55GIG - MEL
3 stops50h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$6,817
Wed 1/100:55GIG - MEL
2 stops38h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$6,975
Thu 2/121:10GIG - AVV
2 stops46h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$11,956
Wed 1/100:55GIG - AVV
3 stops40h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$13,083
Wed 1/102:55GIG - MEL
1 stop30h 25mEmirates
Deal found 25/7$14,062

Find flights from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.

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$3,021 - $4,033

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlMelbourne

GIG - MEL

GIGMEL

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 31/10

2 stops46h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 10/12

2 stops39h 35m

$3,021

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlMelbourne

GIG - MEL

GIGMEL

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 31/10

1 stop24h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 10/12

1 stop23h 00m

$3,182

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlMelbourne

GIG - MEL

GIGMEL

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 31/10

2 stops29h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 10/12

1 stop23h 00m

$3,189

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlMelbourne

GIG - MEL

GIGMEL

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 6/1

2 stops35h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 8/3

2 stops36h 05m

$3,198

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlMelbourne

GIG - MEL

GIGMEL

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 31/10

3 stops29h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 10/12

2 stops26h 30m

$3,342

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlMelbourne

GIG - MEL

GIGMEL

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 6/1

2 stops41h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 8/3

1 stop21h 20m

$3,373

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlMelbourne

GIG - MEL

GIGMEL

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 6/1

2 stops41h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 8/3

3 stops26h 20m

$3,646

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlMelbourne

GIG - MEL

GIGMEL

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 30/10

1 stop30h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 10/12

1 stop31h 25m

$3,878

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlMelbourne

GIG - MEL

GIGMEL

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 5/1

1 stop37h 30m

Melbourne

Sat 8/3

1 stop31h 25m

$4,033

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Deals found on 25/7

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Best time to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from Rio de Janeiro with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
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Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MEL

Temperature

8 - 20 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 26 July 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with LATAM Airlines and Emirates from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
3,754 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.1
Very Good
3,754 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,754 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.5
Good
2,182 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,754 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.4
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,754 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne for under $3,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne for under $3,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $3,021, but on average you can expect to pay $4,325.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne for under $3,100?

    There are currently 4+ open flights from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne within the next 7 days for less than $3,100.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne round-trip from $3,021. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are LATAM Airlines, from $3,182, and Emirates, from $3,878.

  • What are the most popular routes from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne?

  • What does GIG to MEL mean?

    This is defined as Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (GIG) and Melbourne Airport (MEL). Codes like Melbourne Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne.

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

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne flight deals updated?

    The Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 26/7.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $174). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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