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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from $1,183

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 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — RIO
14 Dec — 21 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro are usually found in May or June, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 November 2025.

Tue 25/1113:00MEL - GIG
2 stops58h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/221:55GIG - MEL
2 stops46h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 13/11$2,870
Tue 25/1106:45MEL - GIG
2 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/217:15GIG - MEL
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11$2,963
Sun 14/1212:30MEL - GIG
1 stop24h 25mLATAM Airlines
Sun 1/317:15GIG - MEL
1 stop22h 10mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 13/11$3,084
Sun 14/1208:00MEL - GIG
2 stops39h 35mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/321:55GIG - MEL
2 stops70h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 13/11$3,086
Sun 14/1212:30MEL - GIG
1 stop24h 25mLATAM Airlines
Thu 12/210:20GIG - MEL
2 stops29h 05mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 13/11$3,104
Thu 11/1212:30MEL - GIG
1 stop24h 25mLATAM Airlines
Wed 31/1217:15GIG - MEL
1 stop22h 10mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/11$3,258
Tue 9/1212:30MEL - SDU
2 stops23h 40mLATAM Airlines
Wed 31/1214:00SDU - MEL
2 stops25h 25mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/11$3,623
Mon 1/1216:55MEL - SDU
2 stops58h 20mQatar Airways
Thu 1/114:00SDU - MEL
2 stops37h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 14/11$4,471
Thu 11/1217:10MEL - SDU
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1208:10SDU - MEL
2 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$4,973
Tue 25/1109:15MEL - SDU
3 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/214:00SDU - MEL
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11$5,162
Wed 10/1217:10MEL - SDU
2 stops34h 05mQatar Airways
Sun 21/1220:05SDU - MEL
2 stops37h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/11$5,501
Fri 19/1216:10MEL - SDU
2 stops35h 05mQatar Airways
Mon 5/120:05SDU - MEL
2 stops43h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/11$6,569

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO). 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 14 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,321

One-way from

$1,183

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,754
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 7/2-24/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro
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LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 9/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($775 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($170 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Tue 25/11

13:00-09:35

2 stops58h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 3/2

21:55-10:00

2 stops46h 05m

$2,870

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Tue 25/11

06:45-22:55

2 stops30h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 3/2

17:15-05:25

1 stop22h 10m

$2,963

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Sun 14/12

12:30-22:55

1 stop24h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 12/2

18:40-05:25

1 stop20h 45m

$3,084

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Sun 14/12

12:30-22:55

1 stop24h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 1/3

17:15-05:25

1 stop22h 10m

$3,084

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Sun 14/12

08:00-09:35

2 stops39h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 1/3

21:55-10:00

2 stops70h 05m

$3,086

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Sun 14/12

08:00-09:35

2 stops39h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 12/2

21:55-10:00

2 stops70h 05m

$3,086

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Wed 10/12

08:30-09:35

2 stops39h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 21/12

21:55-10:00

2 stops70h 05m

$3,340

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - SDU

MELSDU

Melbourne

Tue 9/12

12:30-22:10

2 stops23h 40m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 31/12

14:00-05:25

2 stops25h 25m

$3,623

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - SDU

MELSDU

Melbourne

Mon 1/12

16:55-13:15

2 stops58h 20m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 1/1

14:00-17:50

2 stops37h 50m

$4,471

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - SDU

MELSDU

Melbourne

Thu 11/12

17:10-13:15

2 stops34h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 31/12

08:10-05:45

2 stops31h 35m

$4,973

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on 7 November 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro, you should look to book at least 65 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro (average of $1,704). Flying from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro in January is currently the most expensive (average of $3,423). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 14 November 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 31% on airfare.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro?

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro. 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. Reviews last updated 14 November 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Cathay Pacific and LATAM Airlines from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,058 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,058 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,058 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,876 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,058 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro. 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 to Rio de Janeiro?

    A quick flight from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro can take about 24h 25m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $3,084. The distance from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro is about 13229 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro round-trip?

    Flying on LATAM Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Rio de Janeiro, with prices starting at $1,707. This flight start at 36% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The most popular route from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro is Melbourne - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. You may also consider Melbourne - Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont or Melbourne Avalon - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro (average of $1,704). Flying from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro in January is currently the most expensive (average of $3,423). 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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Top airline flying from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 14 November 2025.
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LATAM AirlinesCheapest$1,707Average$2,502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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