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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Canberra to Rio de Janeiro? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Rio de Janeiro.$2,538 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep, returning Tue, 9 Sep.Return flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Canberra on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,538, select.
Rio de Janeiro.$2,776 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug, returning Sun, 7 Sep.Return flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Canberra on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,776, select.
Rio de Janeiro.$8,593 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Aug, returning Mon, 25 Aug.Return flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Canberra on Thu, 14 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $8,593, select.

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Alternative Canberra to Rio de Janeiro routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Canberra to Rio de Janeiro? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Canberra to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$2,538
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Canberra to Rio de Janeiro: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont, Rio de Janeiro Internacional and Jacarepaguá.
The best price we found for a return flight from Canberra to Rio de Janeiro is $2,538. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Canberra to Rio de Janeiro. But we found flights with one or more stops from $2,538.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Canberra to Rio de Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from Canberra to Rio de Janeiro is usually September.
If you're flying from Canberra Airport, the cheapest airport near Rio de Janeiro is Rio de Janeiro Internacional – which is 12.2 km away from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. We've found flights into this airport from $2,538.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Canberra Airport to Rio de Janeiro on Tuesday, 2 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Canberra Airport and Rio de Janeiro. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rio de Janeiro but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rio de Janeiro is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In July, the average temperature is usually around 20°C. February is typically the warmest month in Rio de Janeiro, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 17°C. The rainiest month is January.
Currently, LATAM Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rio de Janeiro.

Travelling from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know

  • Canberra Airport is located in Canberra. Based in the UTC-3 timezone, Rio De Janeiro is 14 hours behind Canberra.

  • To avoid rushing for your CBR to Rio De Janeiro flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • CBR is around 6 kilometres from central Canberra. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • In search of a hotel close to CBR? If you're boarding an early flight from Canberra Airport to Rio De Janeiro, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:

  • Of all flights leaving Canberra Airport, 72.61% land on time at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Rio De Janeiro

  • $1,680 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Canberra Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight. A return flight ticket starts from $2,538. These prices may change depending on availability.

  • To find cheap flights from CBR to Rio De Janeiro, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.

  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for a Canberra Airport to Rio De Janeiro ticket.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from CBR to Rio De Janeiro by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Canberra Airport to Rio De Janeiro by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is around 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to GIG if you're coming in on a late flight from Canberra Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida to explore Rio De Janeiro and beyond.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks before your flight from CBR to Rio De Janeiro can help you get the lowest rate.

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • The centre of Rio De Janeiro is located around 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). Once your flight from Canberra Airport to Rio De Janeiro has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 5 minutes.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 15 minutes or so.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to SDU. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your CBR to Rio De Janeiro flight:

  • The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and get going in the blink of an eye.

  • Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at SDU will save you money.

Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)

  • Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is about 32 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. It'll take you about 40 minutes to reach the city centre by ride-share or cab after your flight from Canberra Airport to Rio De Janeiro.

  • Public transport can get you there in around 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, choose a hotel near RRJ. Make yourself comfortable at one of these options after your CBR to Rio De Janeiro flight:

  • No juggling luggage on public transport, no squeezing into small cabs — with a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car, you're in the driver's seat (literally). Check out the types of cars available here at Localiza.

  • Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Canberra Airport to Rio De Janeiro is a smart move. As well as better deals, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at RRJ.

Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro

  • Travel to Rio De Janeiro during high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Canberra Airport to Rio De Janeiro during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.

  • The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Canberra Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from CBR to Rio De Janeiro in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.

More about Rio De Janeiro

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Rio De Janeiro right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Canberra Airport to Rio De Janeiro:

  • Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Rio De Janeiro itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Copacabana Beach.

Explore more of Brazil

  • Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered after you've seen Rio De Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista.

  • Around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another favourite stop in Brazil. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.

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