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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from $1,295

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 19/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — RIO
21 12월 — 28 12월1
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 21 11월 2025.

화 30/1212:30MEL - GIG
1 stop18h 00mLATAM Airlines
월 5/115:10GIG - MEL
1 stop24h 15mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 19/11$3,407
화 30/1207:25MEL - GIG
2 stops23h 05mMultiple Airlines
월 5/115:10GIG - MEL
1 stop24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$3,549
월 1/1215:35MEL - GIG
2 stops56h 40mCathay Pacific
목 1/123:00GIG - MEL
2 stops58h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 20/11$3,781
월 29/1212:30MEL - GIG
1 stop24h 25mLATAM Airlines
월 5/115:10GIG - MEL
1 stop24h 15mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 19/11$3,829
월 1/1216:05MEL - GIG
2 stops32h 10mAmerican Airlines
목 1/122:30GIG - MEL
1 stop40h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 19/11$3,868
월 29/1207:25MEL - GIG
2 stops23h 05mMultiple Airlines
월 5/112:40GIG - MEL
1 stop26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$3,957
화 30/1212:30MEL - SDU
2 stops23h 40mLATAM Airlines
월 5/114:00SDU - MEL
2 stops25h 25mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 19/11$4,001
화 16/1212:30MEL - SDU
2 stops23h 25mLATAM Airlines
월 22/1214:00SDU - MEL
2 stops25h 25mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 20/11$4,626
화 16/1217:10MEL - SDU
2 stops34h 05mQatar Airways
월 22/1220:05SDU - MEL
2 stops43h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/11$5,271
월 29/1216:10MEL - SDU
2 stops55h 15mQatar Airways
월 5/120:05SDU - MEL
2 stops37h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 19/11$5,762
화 16/1217:10MEL - SDU
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
월 22/1220:05SDU - MEL
3 stops36h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$6,493
토 20/1217:10MEL - SDU
2 stops34h 05mQatar Airways
월 5/120:05SDU - MEL
2 stops37h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/11$6,581

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 21 11월 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,253

One-way from

$1,295

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,789
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 19/4-12/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 70h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro
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LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 19/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($769 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($165 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Melbourne

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Rio de Janeiro

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

수 8/4

12:00-08:55

2 stops33h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

수 24/6

18:05-05:40

1 stop22h 35m

$2,338

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

일 19/4

11:45-17:20

1 stop18h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

일 12/7

22:25-05:40

1 stop42h 15m

$2,352

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

화 10/3

12:30-22:55

1 stop24h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

목 19/3

15:20-05:25

2 stops24h 05m

$2,363

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

화 10/3

08:40-10:15

2 stops39h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

목 19/3

23:00-12:30

2 stops47h 30m

$2,377

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

일 19/4

11:45-21:30

2 stops22h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

토 11/7

02:45-22:45

2 stops31h 00m

$2,386

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - SDU

MELSDU

Melbourne

화 10/3

12:30-22:10

2 stops23h 40m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

목 19/3

14:00-05:25

2 stops25h 25m

$2,389

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - SDU

MELSDU

Melbourne

금 8/5

11:45-08:35

2 stops33h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

화 12/5

13:55-05:40

2 stops26h 45m

$2,426

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

목 23/4

07:30-22:20

3 stops27h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

목 16/7

17:05-05:40

2 stops23h 35m

$2,440

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

AVV - GIG

AVVGIG

Melbourne Avalon

일 5/4

06:00-17:15

2 stops24h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

화 23/6

18:05-14:10

2 stops31h 05m

$2,494

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - SDU

MELSDU

Melbourne

일 19/4

11:45-22:10

2 stops23h 25m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

일 12/7

20:30-05:40

2 stops44h 10m

$2,852

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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 14 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 $1,726). Flying from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro in January is currently the most expensive (average of $3,466). 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 21 11월 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.

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 21 11월 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
1,064 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

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
1,064 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,064 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

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
1,884 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,064 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

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 33h 55m. LATAM Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,338. The distance from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro is about 13229 km.

  • 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 $1,729. 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 Santos Dumont. You may also consider Melbourne - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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 $1,726). Flying from Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro in January is currently the most expensive (average of $3,466). 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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LATAM AirlinesCheapest$1,729Average$2,534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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