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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rio de Janeiro? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $1,214. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Rio de Janeiro.$962 per passenger.Departing Thu, Feb 11, returning Fri, Feb 26.Round-trip flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Edinburgh on Thu, Feb 11, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Fri, Feb 26, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $962, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$972 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jan 28, returning Tue, Feb 9.Round-trip flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Edinburgh on Thu, Jan 28, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, Feb 9, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $972, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$989 per passenger.Departing Mon, May 17, returning Mon, May 31.Round-trip flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Edinburgh on Mon, May 17, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, May 31, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $989, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$997 per passenger.Departing Tue, Nov 10, returning Wed, Nov 18.Round-trip flight with easyJet and GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departing from Edinburgh on Tue, Nov 10, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, Nov 18, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $997, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$1,002 per passenger.Departing Mon, Nov 16, returning Tue, Dec 8.Round-trip flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Edinburgh on Mon, Nov 16, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, Dec 8, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,002, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$1,010 per passenger.Departing Mon, Feb 22, returning Mon, Mar 1.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Edinburgh on Mon, Feb 22, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, Mar 1, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,010, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$1,010 per passenger.Departing Thu, Nov 26, returning Tue, Jan 26.Round-trip flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Edinburgh on Thu, Nov 26, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, Jan 26, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,010, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$1,012 per passenger.Departing Mon, Mar 8, returning Sun, Mar 21.Round-trip flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Edinburgh on Mon, Mar 8, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun, Mar 21, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,012, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$1,013 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jan 15, returning Tue, Jan 26.Round-trip flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Edinburgh on Fri, Jan 15, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, Jan 26, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,013, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$1,017 per passenger.Departing Fri, Sep 11, returning Mon, Sep 21.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Edinburgh on Fri, Sep 11, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, Sep 21, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,017, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$1,048 per passenger.Departing Tue, Apr 6, returning Tue, Apr 20.Round-trip flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Edinburgh on Tue, Apr 6, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, Apr 20, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,048, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$1,050 per passenger.Departing Thu, Dec 3, returning Wed, Mar 3.Round-trip flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Edinburgh on Thu, Dec 3, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, Mar 3, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,050, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$1,057 per passenger.Departing Sun, Mar 28, returning Mon, Apr 12.Round-trip flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Edinburgh on Sun, Mar 28, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, Apr 12, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,057, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$1,060 per passenger.Departing Mon, Oct 19, returning Mon, Oct 26.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Edinburgh on Mon, Oct 19, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departing from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont on Mon, Oct 26, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,060, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$1,065 per passenger.Departing Tue, Oct 20, returning Tue, Nov 3.Round-trip flight with easyJet and GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departing from Edinburgh on Tue, Oct 20, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, Nov 3, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,065, select.

Rio de Janeiro.$1,081 per passenger.Departing Thu, Apr 22, returning Thu, May 13.Round-trip flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departing from Edinburgh on Thu, Apr 22, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, May 13, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,081, select.

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

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Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$962
Cheapest month to fly	February

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 round-trip flights from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro is $962. 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 $962.

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

There are no flights flying from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro, as of June 2026.

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 February.

What's the cheapest airport to fly to 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 12.2 km away from the center of Rio de Janeiro. We've found flights to this airport from $962.

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 Thursday, February 11, 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 June, the average temperature is usually around 21°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 with from Edinburgh Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Currently, Lufthansa 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 traveling 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 cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometers 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

$486 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 $962. 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 center is roughly 19 kilometers 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 center in around 10 minutes by car. Central Rio de Janeiro is roughly 5 kilometers from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the center in 20 minutes or so.
There are some great places to call home for the night near SDU. Kick back and get cozy 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 kilometers from central Rio de Janeiro. It'll take you about 45 minutes to get to the city center 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 (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EDI to Rio de Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).

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 kilometers away to the west, its best attractions include Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Belo Horizonte is another favorite destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometers 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.