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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.Rs123,575 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs123,575, select.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs126,160 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 13 May, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs126,160, select.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs127,704 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Feb.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 15 Feb, arriving in Jacarepaguá.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs127,704, select.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs133,420 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs133,420, select.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs133,819 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Mar.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Jacarepaguá.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs133,819, select.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs139,471 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Nov.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Jacarepaguá.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs139,471, select.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs140,415 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Jacarepaguá.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs140,415, select.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs142,113 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs142,113, 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 June.
May
from Rs126,160
Jun
from Rs123,575
Jul
from Rs154,454
Aug
from Rs142,113
Sep
from Rs133,420
Oct
from Rs140,415
Nov
from Rs139,471
Dec
from Rs149,376
Jan
Find prices
Feb
from Rs127,704
Mar
from Rs133,819
Apr
from Rs168,544

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 foundRs123,575
Cheapest month to flyJune

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 Rs249,377. 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 Rs249,377.
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 Santos Dumont – which is 2.6 km away from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. We've found flights into this airport from Rs249,377.
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, 4 June 2025.
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, Ryanair 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

  • Rs123,575 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 Rs249,377. 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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