Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from £557

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — RIO
16 Oct — 23 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£699

One-way from

£557

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£956
Air France
  • Air France
  • 12/3-22/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 63h 35m total
  • Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 1/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 50m total
  • Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro
High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£22 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 September 2025.

Sat 1/1113:30EDI - GIG
3 stops38h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1109:40GIG - EDI
2 stops28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9£707
Mon 13/1009:00EDI - GIG
1 stop29h 15mDelta
Mon 20/1021:00GIG - EDI
2 stops29h 45mDelta
Deal found 15/9£723
Sat 1/1113:30EDI - SDU
3 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1110:05SDU - EDI
2 stops27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9£741
Mon 29/912:30EDI - GIG
2 stops47h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/1021:05GIG - EDI
2 stops31h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/9£846
Thu 9/1006:00EDI - GIG
1 stop17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/1022:05GIG - EDI
1 stop19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9£879
Thu 9/1006:20EDI - GIG
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/1014:25GIG - EDI
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9£894
Sat 1/1117:00EDI - GIG
1 stop28h 40mKLM
Sun 9/1115:55GIG - EDI
2 stops21h 10mKLM
Deal found 15/9£914
Thu 9/1016:50EDI - GIG
2 stops34h 10mTurkish Airlines
Fri 24/1011:20GIG - EDI
2 stops24h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/9£919
Thu 9/1016:50EDI - SDU
2 stops43h 50mTurkish Airlines
Fri 24/1011:30SDU - EDI
2 stops24h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/9£927
Thu 9/1016:50EDI - SDU
2 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/1011:30SDU - EDI
2 stops24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9£938
Thu 9/1015:30EDI - SDU
2 stops22h 05mLATAM Airlines
Fri 24/1020:20SDU - EDI
2 stops22h 50mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 15/9£1,177
Fri 10/1006:50EDI - SDU
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 25/1012:30SDU - EDI
2 stops20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9£1,325

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghRio de Janeiro

EDI - GIG

EDIGIG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 12/3

17:00-18:40

1 stop28h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 22/3

20:45-10:40

1 stop34h 55m

£699

EdinburghRio de Janeiro

EDI - GIG

EDIGIG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 1/11

13:30-00:35

3 stops38h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 9/11

09:40-16:55

2 stops28h 15m

£707

EdinburghRio de Janeiro

EDI - GIG

EDIGIG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 13/10

09:00-10:15

1 stop29h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 20/10

21:00-06:45

2 stops29h 45m

£723

EdinburghRio de Janeiro

EDI - SDU

EDISDU

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 1/11

13:30-22:25

3 stops35h 55m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 9/11

10:05-16:55

2 stops27h 50m

£741

EdinburghRio de Janeiro

EDI - GIG

EDIGIG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 12/3

08:35-06:55

1 stop25h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 22/3

18:00-09:10

1 stop36h 10m

£760

EdinburghRio de Janeiro

EDI - GIG

EDIGIG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 13/3

10:45-08:00

1 stop24h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 7/4

21:00-16:25

2 stops39h 25m

£760

EdinburghRio de Janeiro

EDI - GIG

EDIGIG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 15/3

10:45-08:00

1 stop24h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 7/4

21:00-16:25

2 stops39h 25m

£760

EdinburghRio de Janeiro

EDI - GIG

EDIGIG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 14/3

18:00-19:10

2 stops52h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 4/4

14:00-10:45

2 stops16h 45m

£765

EdinburghRio de Janeiro

EDI - GIG

EDIGIG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 13/3

05:45-18:40

1 stop15h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 6/4

22:05-10:45

1 stop32h 40m

£773

EdinburghRio de Janeiro

EDI - SDU

EDISDU

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 12/3

13:25-13:15

2 stops26h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 22/3

14:00-21:25

2 stops28h 25m

£807

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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro (average of £857). Flying from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,255). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from EDI to RIO?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 7% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro?

Share of one-stop return flights from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 47% of one-stop itineraries from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Paris (CDG) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £714.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 43m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via London (LHR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 34m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Rio de Janeiro. Reviews last updated 16 September 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Air France, andLufthansa from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro?

    For a flight from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro, you will be flying from Turnhouse. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is just 6.8 mi from the center of the city. Turnhouse is the only Edinburgh airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Rio de Janeiro per day. 2 airlines have flights to Rio de Janeiro from Edinburgh Turnhouse on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro?

    Airlines like Delta, British Airways, and LATAM Airlines fly from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro in about 25h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 55m. The distance between Edinburgh and Rio de Janeiro is about 5916 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro round-trip?

    KLM, at £659, was found to be the cheapest airline from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be British Airways. KLM is 26% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro are United Airlines (£557), Delta (£620), and KLM (£974).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro (average of £857). Flying from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,255). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest£659Average£795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£669Average£752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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