Question 1

How far in advance should I book a flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from London when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport for around £909 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–Galeão Intl Airport from London for as low as £796 on momondo.

Question 2

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

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21 flights are operational weekly from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Question 3

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

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Lufthansa, SWISS, and ITA Airways are the most popular carriers operating from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Question 4

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

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Flights connecting via Madrid (MAD) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 10m.

Question 5

What is the cheapest London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flight route?

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

Question 6

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

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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 7

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

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Madrid (MAD) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 18m.

Question 8

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

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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 9

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

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Lisbon (LIS) was the most common stop: 38% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 10

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 11

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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Flights via Rome (FCO) offer the lowest average return price of £657.

Question 12

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

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Flying to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from London in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £737 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is in the evening when prices are around £991.

Question 13

How have London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

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As of December 2025, prices for London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights are approximately 40% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 14

Which airlines fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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British Airways, TAP AIR PORTUGAL and LATAM Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from London according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 62% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 15

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

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

Question 16

What is the cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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The cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from London is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around £681, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of March, then book flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from London during May instead. Flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in May, while not as cheap as those in March, still average around £689.

Question 17

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

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As of December 2025, there are 3 flights per day flying from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. The most common time of day flights depart is 22:00, with 100% of flights taking off in the evening.

Question 18

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from London. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was £936. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. The most expensive day to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around £1,098.

Question 19

What cabin class options are available on London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights?

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

Question 20

Can stopping save me money on London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights?

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You could potentially save up to 3% on your flight if you consider stops on a London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight.

Question 21

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

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Prices for flights from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport refresh daily.

Question 22

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

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As of December 2025, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

Question 23

How old do you have to be to fly from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

Question 24

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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The necessary travel and health documents for your Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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

Can stopping save me money on London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 3% on your flight if you consider stops on a London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight.

How have London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights are approximately 40% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

Lufthansa, SWISS, and ITA Airways are the most popular carriers operating from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Which airlines fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

Lisbon (LIS) was the most common stop: 38% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Flights via Rome (FCO) offer the lowest average return price of £657.

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

Flights connecting via Madrid (MAD) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 10m.

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

Madrid (MAD) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 18m.

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

As of December 2025, there are 3 flights per day flying from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. The most common time of day flights depart is 22:00, with 100% of flights taking off in the evening.

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

21 flights are operational weekly from London to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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