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 104 minutes.

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. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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

The number of flights available between London Heathrow Airport and Rio de Janeiro is 21 per week as of May 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

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

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

The number of flights available between London Heathrow Airport and Rio de Janeiro is 3 per day as of May 2026. The most frequent departure time is 9:00p.m., with 100% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

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

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

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

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

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Rio de Janeiro 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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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London Heathrow Airport and Rio de Janeiro?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from C$ 1,723 to C$ 1,333. The lowest price recently found on this route was C$ 1,381.

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10:30 a.m. - 5:05 a.m.

LHR

GIG

22h 35m

1 stop

2:25 p.m. - 9:40 a.m.

GIG

LHR

15h 15m

1 stop

C$ 1,381ITA Airways

Sun, 17 May - Tue, 16 Jun

8:00 p.m. - 5:35 p.m.

LHR

GIG

25h 35m

1 stop

4:45 p.m. - 8:10 a.m.

GIG

LHR

11h 25mdirect

C$ 1,383Multiple Airlines

Sat, 16 May - Tue, 16 Jun

8:00 p.m. - 5:35 p.m.

LHR

GIG

25h 35m

1 stop

4:45 p.m. - 8:10 a.m.

GIG

LHR

11h 25mdirect

C$ 1,385Multiple Airlines

Sat, 16 May - Tue, 16 Jun

8:00 p.m. - 5:35 p.m.

LHR

GIG

25h 35m

1 stop

4:45 p.m. - 8:10 a.m.

GIG

LHR

11h 25mdirect

C$ 1,386Multiple Airlines

Sat, 16 May - Tue, 16 Jun

8:00 p.m. - 5:35 p.m.

LHR

GIG

25h 35m

1 stop

4:45 p.m. - 8:10 a.m.

GIG

LHR

11h 25mdirect

C$ 1,387Multiple Airlines

Sat, 16 May - Tue, 16 Jun

8:00 p.m. - 5:35 p.m.

LHR

GIG

25h 35m

1 stop

4:45 p.m. - 8:10 a.m.

GIG

LHR

11h 25mdirect

C$ 1,392Multiple Airlines

Sat, 16 May - Tue, 16 Jun

8:00 p.m. - 5:35 p.m.

LHR

GIG

25h 35m

1 stop

4:45 p.m. - 8:10 a.m.

GIG

LHR

11h 25mdirect

C$ 1,398British Airways

Sat, 16 May - Wed, 17 Jun

8:00 p.m. - 5:35 p.m.

LHR

GIG

25h 35m

1 stop

7:15 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.

GIG

LHR

18h 00m

1 stop

C$ 1,419British Airways

Sat, 16 May - Thu, 18 Jun

9:05 a.m. - 5:05 a.m.

LHR

GIG

24h 00m

2 stops

4:15 p.m. - 2:40 p.m.

GIG

LHR

18h 25m

1 stop

C$ 1,436Multiple Airlines

Wed, 23 Sep - Tue, 13 Oct

7:15 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.

LHR

GIG

28h 30m

1 stop

9:55 p.m. - 7:25 p.m.

GIG

LHR

17h 30m

1 stop

C$ 1,442KLM

Tue, 26 May - Sun, 28 Jun

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ITA Airways

17 May

LHR10:30 a.m.London Heathrow

22h 35m

1 stop

GIG5:05 a.m.Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

16 Jun

GIG2:25 p.m.Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

15h 15m

1 stop

LHR9:40 a.m.London Heathrow

C$ 1,381

ITA Airways

17 May

LHR4:30 p.m.London Heathrow

16h 35m

1 stop

GIG5:05 a.m.Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

17 Jun

GIG2:25 p.m.Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

15h 15m

1 stop

LHR9:40 a.m.London Heathrow

C$ 1,472

ITA Airways

28 May

LHR4:30 p.m.London Heathrow

16h 35m

1 stop

GIG5:05 a.m.Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

29 Jun

GIG2:25 p.m.Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

15h 15m

1 stop

LHR9:40 a.m.London Heathrow

C$ 1,518

British Airways flights from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro

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British Airways

16 May

LHR8:00 p.m.London Heathrow

25h 35m

1 stop

GIG5:35 p.m.Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

17 Jun

GIG4:45 p.m.Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

11h 25m

LHR8:10 a.m.London Heathrow

C$ 1,398

British Airways

16 May

LHR8:00 p.m.London Heathrow

25h 35m

1 stop

GIG5:35 p.m.Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

18 Jun

GIG7:15 p.m.Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

18h 00m

1 stop

LHR5:15 p.m.London Heathrow

C$ 1,419

British Airways

16 May

LHR8:00 p.m.London Heathrow

25h 35m

1 stop

GIG5:35 p.m.Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

18 Jun

GIG4:45 p.m.Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

11h 25m

LHR8:10 a.m.London Heathrow

C$ 1,459

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Sun 17/5

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1 stop22h 35m

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2:25 p.m.-9:40 a.m.

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Sat 16/5

8:00 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

1 stop25h 35m

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4:45 p.m.-8:10 a.m.

Nonstop11h 25m

C$ 1,383

LondonRio de Janeiro

LHR - GIG

LHRGIG

London Heathrow

Sat 16/5

8:00 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

1 stop25h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 16/6

4:45 p.m.-8:10 a.m.

Nonstop11h 25m

C$ 1,385

LondonRio de Janeiro

LHR - GIG

LHRGIG

London Heathrow

Sat 16/5

8:00 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

1 stop25h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 16/6

4:45 p.m.-8:10 a.m.

Nonstop11h 25m

C$ 1,386

LondonRio de Janeiro

LHR - GIG

LHRGIG

London Heathrow

Sat 16/5

8:00 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

1 stop25h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 16/6

4:45 p.m.-8:10 a.m.

Nonstop11h 25m

C$ 1,387

LondonRio de Janeiro

LHR - GIG

LHRGIG

London Heathrow

Sat 16/5

8:00 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

1 stop25h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 16/6

4:45 p.m.-8:10 a.m.

Nonstop11h 25m

C$ 1,392

LondonRio de Janeiro

LHR - GIG

LHRGIG

London Heathrow

Sat 16/5

8:00 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

1 stop25h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 17/6

4:45 p.m.-8:10 a.m.

Nonstop11h 25m

C$ 1,398

LondonRio de Janeiro

LHR - GIG

LHRGIG

London Heathrow

Sat 16/5

8:00 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

1 stop25h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 18/6

7:15 p.m.-5:15 p.m.

1 stop18h 00m

C$ 1,419

LondonRio de Janeiro

LHR - GIG

LHRGIG

London Heathrow

Wed 23/9

9:05 a.m.-5:05 a.m.

2 stops24h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 13/10

4:15 p.m.-2:40 p.m.

1 stop18h 25m

C$ 1,436

LondonRio de Janeiro

LHR - GIG

LHRGIG

London Heathrow

Tue 26/5

7:15 p.m.-7:45 p.m.

1 stop28h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 28/6

9:55 p.m.-7:25 p.m.

1 stop17h 30m

C$ 1,442

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

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

The month of April is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro from London Heathrow Airport, with most prices found around C$ 257. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of April, then book flights to Rio de Janeiro from London Heathrow Airport during December instead. Flights to Rio de Janeiro in December, while not as cheap as those in April, still average around C$ 344.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

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 C$ 1,751 when searching weeks out. 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 C$ 1,426 on momondo.

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

As of May 2026, prices for London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro flights are approximately 28% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro

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Fastest flight time	11h 40m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sun
Airports in Rio de Janeiro	2 airports

The fastest flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro takes 11h 40m

Direct flights go from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There are 2 airports in Rio de Janeiro. From London Heathrow Airport there are direct flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro

How far is London Heathrow to Rio de Janeiro by plane?
Rio de Janeiro is 9254.0 km away from London Heathrow. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 11h 40m.
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How old do you have to be to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Rio de Janeiro 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.
What is the most popular plane model from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from London Heathrow Airport to Rio de Janeiro is Boeing 777, representing 81.51% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 777-300 at 10.92%, Airbus A350-1000 at 7.06%, and Boeing 777-300ER at 0.17%.

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