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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from $1,237

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 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — RIO
27 Jan — 3 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 28 December 2025.

Wed 31/1212:00MEL - GIG
1 stop24h 55mQantas Airways
Mon 12/117:15GIG - MEL
1 stop22h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/12$3,667
Wed 31/1212:00MEL - GIG
1 stop24h 55mQantas Airways
Mon 12/104:50GIG - MEL
2 stops34h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/12$3,687
Wed 31/1212:00MEL - GIG
1 stop24h 55mQantas Airways
Fri 16/123:55GIG - MEL
1 stop39h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/12$3,704
Wed 31/1212:00MEL - GIG
2 stops35h 25mQantas Airways
Sat 17/110:10GIG - MEL
2 stops29h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/12$3,708
Wed 31/1212:00MEL - GIG
1 stop24h 55mQantas Airways
Thu 15/123:55GIG - MEL
2 stops32h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/12$3,734
Wed 31/1212:00MEL - GIG
1 stop24h 55mQantas Airways
Sun 18/117:15GIG - MEL
2 stops39h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/12$3,771
Wed 31/1212:00MEL - GIG
1 stop24h 55mQantas Airways
Tue 13/104:50GIG - MEL
2 stops34h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/12$3,842
Wed 31/1216:10MEL - SDU
2 stops35h 05mQatar Airways
Sun 18/120:05SDU - MEL
2 stops61h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/12$4,915
Wed 31/1212:00MEL - GIG
2 stops35h 25mAmerican Airlines
Fri 16/123:00GIG - MEL
3 stops49h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 27/12$4,955

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 (MEL) 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 28 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,164

One-way from

$1,237

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$3,789
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 26/5-5/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 68h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro
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LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 12/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Rio de Janeiro
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($675 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($164 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Tue 26/5

09:25-12:40

2 stops40h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 5/6

13:40-05:40

1 stop27h 00m

$2,161

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Sat 24/1

12:30-16:30

1 stop18h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 31/1

15:10-05:25

1 stop24h 15m

$2,795

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

12:00-09:35

2 stops59h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 22/3

20:55-08:30

2 stops69h 35m

$2,847

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Sat 24/1

12:30-22:55

1 stop24h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 31/1

12:40-05:25

1 stop26h 45m

$2,857

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - SDU

MELSDU

Melbourne

Tue 26/5

15:45-13:10

2 stops34h 25m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Fri 5/6

20:20-22:10

2 stops36h 50m

$3,367

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - SDU

MELSDU

Melbourne

Thu 28/5

15:45-13:10

2 stops34h 25m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 1/6

20:20-22:10

2 stops36h 50m

$3,369

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - SDU

MELSDU

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

16:10-13:15

2 stops35h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 22/3

20:05-23:20

2 stops61h 15m

$3,525

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - SDU

MELSDU

Melbourne

Sat 24/1

16:10-13:15

2 stops35h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 31/1

20:05-05:45

2 stops43h 40m

$4,299

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - SDU

MELSDU

Melbourne

Tue 6/1

16:10-13:15

2 stops35h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 18/1

14:00-23:20

2 stops67h 20m

$5,113

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Sun 12/4

21:00-22:00

3 stops38h 00m

$1,403

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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 Airport to Rio de Janeiro

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 26 December 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro is 9 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro (average of $1,662). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $3,257). 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.

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

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Share of one-stop return flights from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Santiago (SCL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 95% of one-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Santiago (SCL) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $2,590.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Santiago (SCL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 18h 14m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Dubai (DXB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 57m.

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 28 December 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific and LATAM Airlines from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,106 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Nancy,Dec 2025

SIN - HKG

Our flight was at4:45pm, and they allowed us to check in at 9am, which is good that we don’t have to carry the luggage to walk around. Our seats were assigned at the very back, and we requested to have it closed to the front, they were able to move forward a little bit. We requested to ship our carry on, but they charged extra fees, other airlines like air Canada would encourage customers to ship their carry on.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,106 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,106 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Nancy,Dec 2025

SIN - HKG

Our flight was at4:45pm, and they allowed us to check in at 9am, which is good that we don’t have to carry the luggage to walk around. Our seats were assigned at the very back, and we requested to have it closed to the front, they were able to move forward a little bit. We requested to ship our carry on, but they charged extra fees, other airlines like air Canada would encourage customers to ship their carry on.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,895 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,106 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Nancy,Dec 2025

SIN - HKG

Our flight was at4:45pm, and they allowed us to check in at 9am, which is good that we don’t have to carry the luggage to walk around. Our seats were assigned at the very back, and we requested to have it closed to the front, they were able to move forward a little bit. We requested to ship our carry on, but they charged extra fees, other airlines like air Canada would encourage customers to ship their carry on.

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 Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

    For as low as $3,367, LATAM Airlines can have you in Rio de Janeiro from Melbourne Airport in 34h 25m. Melbourne Airport and Rio de Janeiro are separated by a distance of 13218 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro round-trip from $1,665. LATAM Airlines is 35% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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 Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro (average of $1,662). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $3,257). 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$1,665Average$2,459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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