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Rio De Janeiro.$2,400 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Nov, returning Thu, 4 Dec.Return flight with British Airways and GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 27 Nov, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio De Janeiro Internacional on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,400, select.
Rio De Janeiro.$2,553 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Nov, returning Mon, 17 Nov.Return flight with British Airways and GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio De Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 17 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,553, select.
Rio De Janeiro.$2,575 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Jun, returning Mon, 23 Jun.Return flight with Turkish Airlines and TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 16 Jun, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rio De Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,575, select.
Rio De Janeiro.$2,674 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Jan, returning Sat, 14 Feb.Return flight with British Airways and LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sat, 24 Jan, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Rio De Janeiro Internacional on Sat, 14 Feb, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,674, select.
Rio De Janeiro.$2,776 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Oct, returning Thu, 30 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Rio De Janeiro Internacional on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,776, select.
Rio De Janeiro.$2,793 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Jul, returning Fri, 18 Jul.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 11 Jul, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Rio De Janeiro Internacional on Fri, 18 Jul, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,793, select.
Rio De Janeiro.$2,873 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Aug, returning Sat, 30 Aug.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines and LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 14 Aug, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,873, select.
Rio De Janeiro.$2,892 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Feb, returning Fri, 13 Feb.Return flight with British Airways and LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Rio De Janeiro Internacional on Fri, 13 Feb, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,892, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Rio De Janeiro

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Jun
from $2,579
Jul
from $2,797
Aug
from $2,878
Sep
from $2,982
Oct
from $2,780
Nov
from $2,557
Dec
from $3,436
Jan
from $3,156
Feb
from $2,896
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Apr
from $2,970
Cheapest month:November
Most expensive month:December

Alternative Kuala Lumpur to Rio De Janeiro routes

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

Kuala Lumpur to Rio De Janeiro: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$2,400
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur 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 Kuala Lumpur to Rio De Janeiro is $2,400. 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 Kuala Lumpur to Rio De Janeiro. But we found flights with one or more stops from $2,400.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Kuala Lumpur to Rio De Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Rio De Janeiro is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Kuala Lumpur, 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 $2,400.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Rio De Janeiro on Thursday, 27 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Kuala Lumpur 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 May, the average temperature is usually around 22°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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Rio De Janeiro is British Airways .

Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know

  • Begin planning your holiday by considering the departure point for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Rio De Janeiro. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are Kuala Lumpur's main airports.

  • Touch down at Rio De Janeiro's chief entry point, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).

  • The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3, which is 11 hours behind Kuala Lumpur.

  • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Kuala Lumpur to Rio De Janeiro flight.

  • During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Rio De Janeiro

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Flying from Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Kuala Lumpur to Rio De Janeiro flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

  • Located around 48 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur, KUL can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport:

  • Of all flights leaving Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% land on time at their destination.

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)

  • On public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 25 minutes.

  • Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Rio De Janeiro, kick back in one of these hotels near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:

  • 67.97% of flights taking off from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport meet their expected arrival time.

Arriving in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is approximately 13 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 20 minutes.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Rio De Janeiro, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:

  • Grab a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car and explore Rio De Janeiro and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are top outlets to choose from here.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks before your departure date.

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • Central Rio De Janeiro is approximately 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). As soon as your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Rio De Janeiro has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 5 minutes.

  • Public transport will get you there in approximately 15 minutes.

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

  • Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at SDU can help you lock in a better rate.

Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)

  • Head to the city centre after your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Rio De Janeiro has touched down. Central Rio De Janeiro is around 23 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 40 minutes to reach by car.

  • Public transport will take you there in around 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Ready to take the wheel? Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car from Localiza and begin your trip without stressing about how to reach your destination.

  • If you'd like a certain kind of vehicle, booking early gives you a better shot at finding what you want. Book your ride from RRJ a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Rio De Janeiro.

Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Rio De Janeiro. July is the busiest month to travel to Rio De Janeiro. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.

  • The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Kuala Lumpur to Rio De Janeiro ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to Rio De Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).

More about Rio De Janeiro

  • Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Rio De Janeiro, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are top sights which should feature on every Rio De Janeiro itinerary.

Explore more of Brazil

  • Rio De Janeiro has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Brazil waiting to be explored. About 354 kilometres west of Rio De Janeiro, a trip to Sao Paulo will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.

  • 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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