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Flight deals from Edinburgh to Rio De Janeiro

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Edinburgh to Rio De Janeiro? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Rio De Janeiro.$1,397 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Jan, returning Wed, 28 Jan.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 19 Jan, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Rio De Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 28 Jan, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,397, select.
Rio De Janeiro.$1,423 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Dec, returning Wed, 10 Dec.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Rio De Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,423, select.
Rio De Janeiro.$1,425 per passenger.Departing Wed, 31 Dec, returning Sun, 25 Jan.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 31 Dec, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Rio De Janeiro Internacional on Sun, 25 Jan, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,425, select.
Rio De Janeiro.$1,461 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Jun, returning Wed, 18 Jun.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Rio De Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,461, select.
Rio De Janeiro.$1,467 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Sep, returning Wed, 17 Sep.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Rio De Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,467, select.
Rio De Janeiro.$1,477 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Apr, returning Wed, 22 Apr.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 13 Apr, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Rio De Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,477, select.
Rio De Janeiro.$1,489 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 May, returning Mon, 2 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 12 May, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Rio De Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,489, select.
Rio De Janeiro.$1,491 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Aug, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 29 Aug, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Rio De Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,491, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Rio De Janeiro

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edinburgh to Rio De Janeiro flights are currently cheapest in January.
May
from $1,654
Jun
from $1,461
Jul
from $1,904
Aug
from $2,121
Sep
from $1,467
Oct
from $1,554
Nov
from $1,537
Dec
from $1,423
Jan
from $1,397
Feb
from $1,575
Mar
from $1,533
Apr
from $1,477

Alternative Edinburgh to Rio De Janeiro routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Edinburgh to Rio De Janeiro? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Edinburgh to Rio De Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,397
Cheapest month to flyJanuary

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Rio De Janeiro: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Rio De Janeiro: Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont, Rio De Janeiro Internacional and Jacarepaguá.
The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to Rio De Janeiro is $1,397. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Edinburgh to Rio De Janeiro. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,397.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Edinburgh to Rio De Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Rio De Janeiro is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Edinburgh Airport, the cheapest airport near Rio De Janeiro is Rio De Janeiro Internacional – which is 12.2 km away from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. We've found flights into this airport from $1,397.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Rio De Janeiro on Monday, 19 January 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Edinburgh Airport and Rio De Janeiro. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Rio De Janeiro 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 Rio De Janeiro is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 22°C. February is typically the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 17°C. The rainiest month is January.
Currently, British Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rio De Janeiro.

Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know

  • Rio De Janeiro is 3 hours behind Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located. Rio De Janeiro operates on the UTC-3 timezone.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from EDI to Rio De Janeiro, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Travelling during a peak month like June? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for flights from EDI to Rio De Janeiro, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • You can travel to Brazil for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from United Kingdom. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Rio De Janeiro, make sure you have the latest information. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some travel documentation if your trip is for business or another reason.

  • The journey from central Edinburgh to EDI takes approximately 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 31 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Have an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to EDI:

How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Rio De Janeiro

  • $717 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Rio De Janeiro. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,397. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from EDI to Rio De Janeiro if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.

  • Getting cheap tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Rio De Janeiro is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search tool to show the best prices across each month and score a great deal.

  • Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time checking for flight tickets from EDI to Rio De Janeiro every day.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Rio De Janeiro.

Airports in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is around 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 21 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour and 3 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • The centre of Rio De Janeiro is about 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). As soon as your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rio De Janeiro has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 3 minutes.

  • You can also opt for public transport, which will take around 16 minutes.

  • After your flight from EDI to Rio De Janeiro, settle in at a hotel close to SDU. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro

  • It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rio De Janeiro. July is the busiest month to travel to Rio De Janeiro. If you want a quieter vibe, go in May.

  • Lock in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rio De Janeiro for February to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 22ºC to 33ºC.

  • Search for cheap flights from EDI to Rio De Janeiro in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC on average.

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