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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from $1,642

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 19/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — RIO
6 May — 13 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro

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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 6 April 2026.

Sat 2/512:00
MEL
-
GIG
1 stop18h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Sat 16/518:05
GIG
-
MEL
1 stop22h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 5/4$2,282
Sun 10/512:00
MEL
-
GIG
1 stop18h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 31/517:20
GIG
-
MEL
2 stops47h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 3/4$2,330
Sun 17/512:00
MEL
-
GIG
1 stop23h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 24/523:00
GIG
-
MEL
3 stops65h 40m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/4$2,395
Mon 18/508:00
MEL
-
GIG
2 stops22h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Mon 25/518:05
GIG
-
MEL
1 stop22h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 3/4$2,422
Thu 21/512:00
MEL
-
GIG
1 stop18h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 28/517:20
GIG
-
MEL
2 stops47h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/4$2,465
Wed 4/1112:00
MEL
-
SDU
2 stops39h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 8/1113:55
SDU
-
MEL
2 stops26h 30m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 5/4$2,650
Sun 10/520:55
AVV
-
GIG
2 stops33h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 31/518:05
GIG
-
AVV
2 stops31h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4$2,655
Thu 21/512:00
MEL
-
SDU
2 stops33h 50m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 28/513:55
SDU
-
MEL
2 stops26h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/4$2,695
Wed 27/512:00
MEL
-
SDU
2 stops23h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 24/609:30
SDU
-
MEL
2 stops31h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/4$2,711
Mon 22/612:00
MEL
-
SDU
2 stops33h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 21/713:55
SDU
-
MEL
2 stops26h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 2/4$2,816
Mon 18/522:45
MEL
-
SDU
2 stops51h 25m
Qatar Airways
Mon 25/513:55
SDU
-
MEL
2 stops38h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/4$2,837
Sun 17/522:45
MEL
-
SDU
2 stops46h 50m
Qatar Airways
Sun 24/513:55
SDU
-
MEL
2 stops38h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/4$2,850

Find 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 6 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,282

One-way from

$1,642

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,697
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 2/5-16/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 19/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($611 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($147 potential savings vs. average return price).
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MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Sun 10/5

12:00-17:20

1 stop18h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 31/5

17:20-05:40

2 stops47h 20m

$2,330

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

12:00-22:00

1 stop23h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 24/5

23:00-05:40

3 stops65h 40m

$2,395

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Mon 13/7

12:00-17:20

1 stop18h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 23/8

17:20-05:40

2 stops47h 20m

$2,495

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

08:00-22:00

2 stops27h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 24/6

19:35-22:45

3 stops38h 10m

$2,520
Fastest return journey

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Wed 10/6

08:00-17:20

2 stops22h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 23/6

18:05-05:40

1 stop22h 35m

$2,546

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Thu 21/5

12:00-12:40

1 stop37h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 28/5

13:40-05:40

1 stop27h 00m

$2,611

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Mon 22/6

12:00-21:45

2 stops22h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 21/7

17:20-05:40

2 stops47h 20m

$2,616

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

AVV - GIG

AVVGIG

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 10/5

20:55-17:20

2 stops33h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 31/5

18:05-14:10

2 stops31h 05m

$2,655

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - SDU

MELSDU

Melbourne

Thu 21/5

12:00-08:50

2 stops33h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 28/5

13:55-05:40

2 stops26h 45m

$2,695

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Tue 18/8

07:10-12:40

2 stops42h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 24/8

18:05-23:35

2 stops40h 30m

$2,755

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

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 $1,622). Flying from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $3,172). 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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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 6 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with 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.
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,908 reviews
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Overall

7.4

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jess,Jan 2026

GRU - MIA

sat on the tarmac for 4.5 hours with no explanation, climate control, honesty about the timeline or the situation, or even letting anyone off. The crew was passive-aggressive and sneaky, trying to skirt legal time limits requiring financial restitution for passengers, pretending the "flight had started" even though they didn't budge for another 40 minutes. One of the worst flights I've ever taken
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,908 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,908 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jess,Jan 2026

GRU - MIA

sat on the tarmac for 4.5 hours with no explanation, climate control, honesty about the timeline or the situation, or even letting anyone off. The crew was passive-aggressive and sneaky, trying to skirt legal time limits requiring financial restitution for passengers, pretending the "flight had started" even though they didn't budge for another 40 minutes. One of the worst flights I've ever taken

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 18h 20m. LATAM Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,282. 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 $1,662. This flight start at 34% 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 $1,622). Flying from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $3,172). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$1,662Average$2,402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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