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

British Airways, TAP AIR PORTUGAL and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from United Kingdom according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 59% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 8 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.

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

TAP AIR PORTUGAL is the most popular carrier operating from United Kingdom to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

How long does it take to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

The flight from United Kingdom to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Manchester (a popular airport in United Kingdom) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport), then the flight time is 14h 50m on average. If you fly from Edinburgh (another popular airport in United Kingdom) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 15h.

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

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

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 United Kingdom to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport 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–Galeão Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Q: How many flights depart from United Kingdom to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport on average per week?

As of November 2025, there are 21 flights per week flying from United Kingdom to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 14% of flights taking off on this day.

Q: How many flights depart from United Kingdom to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport on average per day?

3 flights are operational daily from United Kingdom to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport as of November 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 22:00, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

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

The cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from United Kingdom is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around £687, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from United Kingdom during November instead. Flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in November, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around £690.

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

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from United Kingdom. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was £925. 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 £1,120.

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Flying to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from United Kingdom in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £751 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 £995.

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from United Kingdom 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 £915 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 United Kingdom for as low as £820 on momondo.

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As of November 2025, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from United Kingdom to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from United Kingdom to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?
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 United Kingdom to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport 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–Galeão Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
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momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from United Kingdom to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is Boeing 777, representing 91.38% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 777-300 at 4.72%, Airbus A350-1000 at 1.79%, and Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner at 1.14%.

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LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom £630	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,873 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom £631	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,405 reviews	Search KLM flights
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Can stopping save me money on United Kingdom to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 2% on your flight if you consider stops on a United Kingdom to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight.

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

TAP AIR PORTUGAL is the most popular carrier operating from United Kingdom to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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

3 flights are operational daily from United Kingdom to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport as of November 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 22:00, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

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

As of November 2025, there are 21 flights per week flying from United Kingdom to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 14% of flights taking off on this day.

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