Cheap Flights from Edinburgh (EDI) to Rio de Janeiro (RIOA)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rio de Janeiro? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £794. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Rio de Janeiro.£345 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From £345, select.

Rio de Janeiro.£361 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From £361, select.

Rio de Janeiro.£369 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Mar.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 11 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.Price includes taxes and charges.From £369, select.

Rio de Janeiro.£389 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Feb.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.Price includes taxes and charges.From £389, select.

Rio de Janeiro.£392 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From £392, select.

Rio de Janeiro.£427 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From £427, select.

Rio de Janeiro.£434 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 May.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 19 May, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From £434, select.

Rio de Janeiro.£438 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Apr.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 16 Apr, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From £438, select.

Rio de Janeiro.£439 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 9 Jun, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From £439, select.

Rio de Janeiro.£444 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 Jan.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 24 Jan, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From £444, select.

Rio de Janeiro.£454 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From £454, select.

Rio de Janeiro.£576 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Jul.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 5 Jul, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From £576, select.

Rio de Janeiro.£824 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From £824, 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 September.

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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	£345
Cheapest month to fly	September

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

How many airports are there in Rio de Janeiro?

There are 3 airports in Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont, Rio de Janeiro Internacional and Jacarepaguá.

How much are return flights from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro?

The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro is £624. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro. But we found flights with one or more stops from £624.

How many flights are there a week from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro?

As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro?

The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro is usually May.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Rio de Janeiro?

If you're flying from Edinburgh Airport, the cheapest airport near Rio de Janeiro is Rio de Janeiro Internacional – which is 7.6 miles away from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. We've found flights into this airport from £624.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Rio de Janeiro on?

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 Wednesday, 5 May 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Edinburgh Airport and Rio de Janeiro. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I get the best flight deal from Edinburgh Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Rio de Janeiro?

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.

What’s the weather like in Rio de Janeiro?

In July, the average temperature is usually around 20°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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Rio de Janeiro with?

Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rio de Janeiro.

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

The timezone in Rio de Janeiro is UTC-3. The city is three hours behind Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to catch your EDI to Rio de Janeiro flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from EDI to Rio de Janeiro. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these airports:
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The journey from central Edinburgh to EDI takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kms (7 miles) in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel near EDI? If you're boarding an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rio de Janeiro, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Of the departures from Edinburgh Airport, 73% land on time at their destination.

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

£345 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight. A return plane ticket right now is £624. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from EDI to Rio de Janeiro, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for a Edinburgh Airport to Rio de Janeiro ticket.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an even better deal on cheap flights from EDI to Rio de Janeiro.
Save money on your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rio de Janeiro with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)

Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kms (12 miles) away.
It'll take around 1 hour to get there using public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rio de Janeiro. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Reserving your vehicle from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport about four weeks before your flight from EDI to Rio de Janeiro can help you lock in the lowest rate.

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

After your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rio de Janeiro has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 10 minutes by car. Central Rio de Janeiro is roughly 5 kms (3 miles) from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 20 minutes or so.
There are some great places to call home for the night near SDU. Kick back and get cosy after your EDI to Rio de Janeiro flight at one of these well-located options:
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at SDU will save you money.

Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)

Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is about 27 kms (17 miles) from central Rio de Janeiro. It'll take you about 45 minutes to get to the city centre by car once you've hopped off your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Enjoy an unhurried start to your trip by staying at a hotel near RRJ after your EDI to Rio de Janeiro flight. Recover from a day of travel or simply give yourself time to get your footing in a new city at:
If you're hoping for a certain type of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of getting exactly what you want. Book your ride from RRJ at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rio de Janeiro.

Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro

January is the busiest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Rio de Janeiro. To avoid the crowds, visit Rio de Janeiro in December.
Book a Edinburgh Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket with a departure in February if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 36ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EDI to Rio de Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 14ºC and 29ºC.

More about Rio de Janeiro

Start your Rio de Janeiro trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rio de Janeiro, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are top sights which should feature on any good Rio de Janeiro itinerary.

Explore more of Brazil

Sao Paulo is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Rio de Janeiro. Around 354 kms (220 miles) away to the west, its best attractions include Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Belo Horizonte is another favourite destination in Brazil and is around 338 kms (210 miles) north of Rio de Janeiro. No journey is complete without a visit to Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.