Question 1

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 55m.

Question 2

How far in advance should I book a flight to Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Rio de Janeiro from London Heathrow Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Rio de Janeiro for around £911 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Rio de Janeiro from London Heathrow Airport for as low as £798 on momondo.

Question 3

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro when you can find flight prices for as low as £720. Flying to Rio de Janeiro in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Rio de Janeiro, so prices are often more expensive at around £993 per ticket.

Question 4

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between London Heathrow Airport and Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

Lisbon (LIS) was the most common stop: 41% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 5

What cabin class options are available on London Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on London Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 6

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, British Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 11% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 7

Which airlines fly to Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

British Airways, TAP AIR PORTUGAL and LATAM Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro from London Heathrow Airport according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 64% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Rio de Janeiro. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 8

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 50m.

Question 9

How many flights depart from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro on average per day?

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between London Heathrow Airport and Rio de Janeiro is 3 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 22:00, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

Question 10

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Wednesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 11

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London Heathrow Airport and Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from £914 to £1,400.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £655.

Question 12

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

United Airlines, Lufthansa, and SWISS are the most popular carriers operating from London Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro

Question 13

How have London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, prices for London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro flights are approximately 25% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 14

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

Flights via New York (JFK) offer the lowest average return price of £732.

Question 15

How many flights depart from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro on average per week?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, there are 21 flights per week flying from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 14% of flights taking off on this day.

Question 16

How often are flights from London to Rio de Janeiro delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 11% of flights between London and Rio de Janeiro have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 107 minutes.

Question 17

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest day to depart from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as £938. The most expensive day to fly to Rio de Janeiro is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around £1,101.

Question 18

Can stopping save me money on London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Accepted Answer

You could potentially save up to 7% on your flight if you consider stops on a London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight.

Question 19

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 20

What is the cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £687. If you’re not able to fly to Rio de Janeiro in March, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro during September average around £739.

Question 21

What is the cheapest London Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from London Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl for the best London Heathrow - Rio de Janeiro flight prices

Question 22

When did momondo last update prices for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro were last updated today.

Question 23

How many operators does momondo search for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

The number of operators available for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro is 8 as of December 2025.

Question 24

How old do you have to be to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro.

Question 25

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Rio de Janeiro can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Rio de Janeiro. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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