Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh. Following the UTC-3 timezone, Rio De Janeiro is three hours behind Edinburgh.
To avoid missing your EDI to Rio De Janeiro flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from EDI to Rio De Janeiro with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
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Travelling from central Edinburgh to EDI takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to EDI:
When it comes to Edinburgh Airport's on-time performance, 67.94% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Rio De Janeiro
The best price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight is R 8,332. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 14,623. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from EDI to Rio De Janeiro. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for your Edinburgh Airport to Rio De Janeiro ticket.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to the centre of Rio De Janeiro takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rio De Janeiro, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:
Hit the road running by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Rio De Janeiro's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks before your flight from EDI to Rio De Janeiro.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
The centre of Rio De Janeiro is about 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). After your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rio De Janeiro has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 5 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 15 minutes or so.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near SDU. Unwind and get cosy after your EDI to Rio De Janeiro flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and be on your way in a flash.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is about 32 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the city centre in a cab or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
Public transport can take you there in about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Stay at a hotel close to RRJ and go from the plane to your bed in a flash. Whether you have a late EDI to Rio De Janeiro flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these accommodation options offer convenience when you need it most:
No squeezing into small cabs, no balancing bags on public transport — with a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car, you're in the driver's seat (literally). Explore the types of wheels available here at Localiza.
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rio De Janeiro is smart. In addition to better deals, you'll get a better selection of vehicle makes and models at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Visit Rio De Janeiro in high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Rio De Janeiro in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Edinburgh Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from EDI to Rio De Janeiro around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rio De Janeiro
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Rio De Janeiro right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rio De Janeiro:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach are leading attractions which should feature on every Rio De Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to explore more of Brazil. Journey around 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to check off its leading attractions. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Brazil, consider Belo Horizonte, roughly 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro are key highlights.