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Flight deals from Istanbul Airport to Rio de Janeiro

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul Airport to Rio de Janeiro? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs267,728. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs132,802 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs132,802, select.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs134,101 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 May.One-way flight with Air Europa.Outbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs134,101, select.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs134,728 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Mar.One-way flight with Air Europa.Outbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs134,728, select.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs141,547 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun.One-way flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs141,547, select.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs142,712 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs142,712, select.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs150,268 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs150,268, select.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs153,622 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs153,622, select.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs160,428 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs160,428, select.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs161,080 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 Jan.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs161,080, select.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs179,225 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug.One-way flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs179,225, select.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs186,589 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs186,589, select.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs199,044 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Feb.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 13 Feb, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs199,044, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Rio de Janeiro

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Rio de Janeiro flights are currently cheapest in April.
Mar
from Rs134,728
Apr
from Rs132,802
May
from Rs134,101
Jun
from Rs141,547
Jul
from Rs186,589
Aug
from Rs179,225
Sep
from Rs153,622
Oct
from Rs160,428
Nov
from Rs150,268
Dec
from Rs142,712
Jan
from Rs161,080
Feb
from Rs199,044

Alternative Istanbul to Rio de Janeiro routes

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

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

3km from central Rio de Janeiro
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from Rs132,802
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Rio de Janeiro Internacional

12km from central Rio de Janeiro
from Rs133,127
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Jacarepaguá

21km from central Rio de Janeiro
from Rs142,579
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Istanbul to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs132,802
Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul 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 Istanbul to Rio de Janeiro is Rs225,134. 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 Istanbul to Rio de Janeiro. But we found flights with one or more stops from Rs225,134.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Istanbul to Rio de Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Rio de Janeiro is usually May.
If you're flying from Istanbul 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 Rs225,134.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Rio de Janeiro on Tuesday, 5 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Istanbul 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 March, the average temperature is usually around 25°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, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rio de Janeiro.

Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport is located in Istanbul. Following the UTC-3 timezone, Rio De Janeiro is six hours behind Istanbul.

  • For a relaxed start to your IST to Rio De Janeiro flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from IST to Rio De Janeiro. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connecting airports:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Looking for a hotel close to IST? If you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Rio De Janeiro, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Rio De Janeiro

  • Rs132,802 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight. A return flight ticket right now is Rs225,134. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.

  • To find cheap flights from IST to Rio De Janeiro, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for an Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Rio De Janeiro ticket.

  • Finding a cheap flight from IST to Rio De Janeiro is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when a better deal is available.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Rio De Janeiro by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • The distance from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 18 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Consider booking a hotel close to GIG if you're coming in on a late flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida to explore Rio De Janeiro and beyond.

  • For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from IST to Rio De Janeiro.

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is roughly 2 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. Once you've disembarked your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 15 minutes or so.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near SDU. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your IST to Rio De Janeiro flight:

  • Foco, Localiza and Movida make picking up a Santos Dumont Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.

  • Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.

Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)

  • Step off your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Rio De Janeiro and make your way to your hotel or start discovering the city right away. Central Rio De Janeiro is around 32 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and usually takes 40 minutes to drive there.

  • If you use public transport, the journey takes around 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Reserve a hotel near RRJ and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you have a late IST to Rio De Janeiro flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these accommodation options offer a quick route to a good night's sleep:

  • Ready to set off? Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car from Localiza and start your trip without stressing about how to reach your next destination.

  • Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Rio De Janeiro is always smart. As well as better prices, you'll be able to choose the vehicle make and model you prefer at RRJ.

Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro

  • Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Rio De Janeiro. The city comes alive in high season, but hotel prices are generally higher and attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Rio De Janeiro in low season if you prefer a quieter vibe.

  • Before booking an Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 33ºC.

  • July has average temperatures of between 17ºC and 27ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from IST to Rio De Janeiro around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Rio De Janeiro

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Rio De Janeiro right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Rio De Janeiro:

  • Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Rio De Janeiro to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Copacabana Beach.

Explore more of Brazil

  • Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Rio De Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista.

  • Around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another favourite stop in Brazil. Start your sightseeing at Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.

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Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.