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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from £700

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — RIO
12 Jan — 19 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 13 December 2025.

Sun 28/1206:00EDI - GIG
1 stop15h 25mAir France
Sun 4/123:20GIG - EDI
1 stop19h 15mAir France
Deal found 12/12£1,671
Sun 28/1205:45EDI - GIG
1 stop15h 55mKLM
Sun 4/120:45GIG - EDI
2 stops16h 20mKLM
Deal found 12/12£1,777
Sun 28/1222:45EDI - GIG
2 stops24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/109:40GIG - EDI
2 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12£1,811

Find 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 13 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£700

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£1,243
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 2/3-13/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 49h 35m total
  • Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro
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Edinburgh

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Rio de Janeiro

Route

Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghRio de Janeiro

EDI - GIG

EDIGIG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/3

12:45-06:40

2 stops20h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 13/3

15:35-23:15

2 stops28h 40m

£700

EdinburghRio de Janeiro

EDI - GIG

EDIGIG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 25/1

07:35-09:00

2 stops28h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 1/2

05:45-21:30

3 stops36h 45m

£774

EdinburghRio de Janeiro

EDI - SDU

EDISDU

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 25/1

07:35-09:10

2 stops28h 35m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 1/2

13:20-22:50

2 stops30h 30m

£780

EdinburghRio de Janeiro

EDI - GIG

EDIGIG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 25/1

05:45-10:15

2 stops31h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 1/2

22:55-10:40

2 stops32h 45m

£786

EdinburghRio de Janeiro

EDI - GIG

EDIGIG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 8/2

05:45-10:15

2 stops31h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 19/2

22:55-12:40

2 stops34h 45m

£795

EdinburghRio de Janeiro

EDI - SDU

EDISDU

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/3

12:45-09:25

2 stops23h 40m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Fri 13/3

20:05-18:25

2 stops19h 20m

£835

EdinburghRio de Janeiro

EDI - GIG

EDIGIG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/3

11:40-21:05

1 stop36h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 13/3

20:50-23:10

1 stop23h 20m

£857

EdinburghRio de Janeiro

EDI - GIG

EDIGIG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/2

05:50-08:20

2 stops29h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 23/2

21:30-08:45

2 stops32h 15m

£916

EdinburghRio de Janeiro

EDI - SDU

EDISDU

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/2

07:05-07:05

2 stops27h 00m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 23/2

10:05-14:10

2 stops25h 05m

£981

EdinburghRio de Janeiro

EDI - GIG

EDIGIG

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 8/2

05:45-18:40

1 stop15h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 19/2

23:20-21:35

1 stop19h 15m

£1,147

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro (average of £605). Flying from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro in October is currently the most expensive (average of £981). 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 13 December 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 23% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 42% 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 £726.

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 40m.

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 Amsterdam (AMS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 26m.

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 13 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Air France, andBritish Airways 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.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Air France
7.4
Good
1,504 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,571 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

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. 3 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 Lufthansa, Delta, and Turkish Airlines fly from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro in about 20h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 23h 20m. 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?

    Air France, at £645, was found to be the cheapest airline from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include KLM and British Airways. Air France is 30% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro (average of £605). Flying from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro in October is currently the most expensive (average of £981). 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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Alternative routes for Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro

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Top 3 airlines flying from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Edinburgh to Rio de Janeiro. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 13 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest£645Average£730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£669Average£748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£763Average£913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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