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Flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to London Heathrow

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rio de Janeiro to London Heathrow Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$1,267. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
London.C$474 per passenger.Departing Wed., Nov. 25.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed., Nov. 25, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$474, select.
London.C$476 per passenger.Departing Wed., Dec. 9.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed., Dec. 9, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$476, select.
London.C$478 per passenger.Departing Wed., Oct. 28.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed., Oct. 28, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$478, select.
London.C$497 per passenger.Departing Fri., Jan. 22.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Fri., Jan. 22, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$497, select.
London.C$620 per passenger.Departing Fri., Feb. 19.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Fri., Feb. 19, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$620, select.
London.C$621 per passenger.Departing Wed., Mar. 17.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed., Mar. 17, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$621, select.
London.C$666 per passenger.Departing Tue., Jun. 16.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue., Jun. 16, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$666, select.
London.C$723 per passenger.Departing Sun., Sep. 27.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun., Sep. 27, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$723, select.
London.C$732 per passenger.Departing Mon., Jul. 20.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon., Jul. 20, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$732, select.
London.C$744 per passenger.Departing Thu., Apr. 1.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont on Thu., Apr. 1, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$744, select.
London.C$808 per passenger.Departing Mon., Aug. 10.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont on Mon., Aug. 10, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$808, select.
London.C$842 per passenger.Departing Wed., May 5.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed., May 5, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$842, select.
London.C$925 per passenger.Departing Mon., Apr. 19.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon., Apr. 19, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$925, select.
London.C$934 per passenger.Departing Fri., Oct. 30.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Fri., Oct. 30, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$934, select.
London.C$937 per passenger.Departing Fri., Feb. 26.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Fri., Feb. 26, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$937, select.
London.C$937 per passenger.Departing Sun., May 2.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun., May 2, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$937, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to London Heathrow from C$474 one-way

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rio de Janeiro to London Heathrow flights are currently cheapest in November.
May
from C$952
Jun.
from C$666
Jul.
from C$732
Aug.
from C$808
Sep.
from C$723
Oct.
from C$478
Nov.
from C$474
Dec.
from C$476
Jan.
from C$497
Feb.
from C$620
Mar.
from C$621
Apr.
from C$744

Which airlines fly from Rio de Janeiro to London Heathrow?

Rio de Janeiro to London Heathrow: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Rio de Janeiro to London below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than London Heathrow.

London City

12km from central London
Closest
from C$686
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London Heathrow

23km from central London
Cheapest
from C$474
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London Gatwick

40km from central London
from C$619
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London Luton

45km from central London
from C$641
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London Stansted

49km from central London
from C$656
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London Southend

57km from central London
from C$720
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Rio de Janeiro to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$474
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time11 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineFinnair
Average flights per week44

Finding cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to London Heathrow: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Rio de Janeiro to London Heathrow is C$1,113. 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.
11 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Rio de Janeiro to London Heathrow.
Finnair, Iberia and British Airways fly direct from Rio de Janeiro to London Heathrow.
As of May 2026, there are 44 flights per week flying from Rio de Janeiro to London Heathrow.
The cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to London Heathrow is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rio de Janeiro to London Heathrow Airport on Tuesday, November 17, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 30 minutes.
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 London Heathrow 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 London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Rio De Janeiro to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know

  • Rio De Janeiro's main base, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Rio De Janeiro to London Heathrow Airport (LHR).

  • Around 11 hours 18 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Rio De Janeiro to London Heathrow Airport.

  • London Heathrow Airport is located in London. The city operates in the UTC+0 timezone and is 3 hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro.

  • The most popular route is from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), with 10 direct services every week. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from GIG to LHR is the 16:30 British Airways option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 17:55 with British Airways.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from Rio De Janeiro to LHR, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG). Nonstop flights from Rio De Janeiro to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are available from here.

  • British Airways is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Rio De Janeiro to London Heathrow Airport taking off from GIG.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing flights from Rio De Janeiro to LHR leaving from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

    • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • From central Rio De Janeiro, GIG is around 18 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to work out the best way to reach the terminal.

  • Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to London Heathrow Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:

About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London

  • London Heathrow Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from central London. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 57 minutes.

  • It takes around 1 hour and 1 minute to get there using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • Pick up a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to London Heathrow Airport from C$474 or travel return from just C$1,113. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.

  • It's a good idea to book 1 month ahead. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find flight tickets from Rio De Janeiro to LHR around that time.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Rio De Janeiro to London Heathrow Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.

  • Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from Rio De Janeiro to LHR. You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll let you know when the price changes.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Rio De Janeiro to London Heathrow Airport. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.

The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to London Heathrow Airport. To skip the crowds, visit London in February when it's quieter.

  • Before booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to LHR, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.

  • Travel in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to London Heathrow Airport.

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