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Flight deals from Istanbul to Rio de Janeiro Internacional

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Rio de Janeiro Internacional? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Rio de Janeiro.R 7,091 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Apr.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,091, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 7,194 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 May.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,194, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 7,220 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Mar.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,220, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 7,595 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Jun.One-way flight with Air Europa.Outbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 13 Jun, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,595, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 7,923 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Feb.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,923, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 8,632 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,632, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 9,010 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,010, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 9,195 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,195, select.

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

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 Internacional flights are currently cheapest in April.
Feb
from R 7,923
Mar
from R 7,220
Apr
from R 7,091
May
from R 7,194
Jun
from R 7,595
Jul
from R 9,938
Aug
from R 9,389
Sep
from R 9,010
Oct
from R 8,632
Nov
from R 9,276
Dec
from R 9,195
Jan
from R 9,897

Istanbul to Rio de Janeiro Internacional: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Rio de Janeiro below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Rio de Janeiro Internacional.

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

3km from central Rio de Janeiro
ClosestCheapest
from R 7,065
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Rio de Janeiro Internacional

12km from central Rio de Janeiro
from R 7,091
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Jacarepaguá

21km from central Rio de Janeiro
from R 7,656
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Istanbul to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 7,091
Cheapest month to flyApril

Check out these Rio de Janeiro Internacional hotels

Ready to plan your stay? Other travellers rate these Rio de Janeiro Internacional hotels for cleanliness, service and location.
Quarto Privativo em Condominio
4.02 km from Rio de Janeiro Internacional
R 565
Per night
Matiz Multi Suites
4.74 km from Rio de Janeiro Internacional
R 1 456
Per night
Linx Galeão by Wish
1.16 km from Rio de Janeiro Internacional
R 2 239
Per night
Quarto Privativo em Condominio
4.02 km from Rio de Janeiro Internacional
R 565
Per night
Matiz Multi Suites
4.74 km from Rio de Janeiro Internacional
R 1 456
Per night
Linx Galeão by Wish
1.16 km from Rio de Janeiro Internacional
R 2 239
Per night
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Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Rio de Janeiro Internacional: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Rio de Janeiro Internacional is R 13,399. 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 Internacional. But we found flights with one stop from R 13,399.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Istanbul to Rio de Janeiro Internacional.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Rio de Janeiro Internacional is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport on Monday, 25 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Istanbul and Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. 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 Internacional 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Rio de Janeiro Internacional is KLM .

Travelling from Istanbul to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): What you need to know

  • Get your holiday planning underway by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Istanbul to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the main airports in Istanbul.

  • Rio De Janeiro is six hours behind Istanbul. Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is located in Rio De Janeiro, which operates on the UTC-3 timezone.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Istanbul to GIG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • Travelling during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Istanbul to GIG departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Some popular options include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • Located around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Istanbul to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Break up your flight from Istanbul to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and GIG include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • You can reach SAW from central Istanbul in approximately 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.

  • Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Istanbul to GIG flight, stay in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:

  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance of 76.93%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on time.

About Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

Getting from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro

  • Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to the centre of Rio De Janeiro is about 13 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • At the moment, R 7,091 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 13,399. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Istanbul to GIG if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.

  • If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Istanbul to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport ticket.

  • Finding a cheap plane ticket from Istanbul to GIG is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a better deal is available.

  • Find an affordable flight from Istanbul to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Istanbul to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG). July is the busiest month to visit Rio De Janeiro. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in May.

  • Lock in an Istanbul to GIG plane ticket departing in February if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Rio De Janeiro to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • July sees temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Rio De Janeiro

  • Start your Rio De Janeiro trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:

  • There are loads of terrific things to do in Rio De Janeiro when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Christ the Redeemer followed by Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival.

Explore more of Brazil

  • Rio De Janeiro will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Brazil you'll want to see. About 225 kilometres north-east of Rio De Janeiro, a visit to Campos dos Goytacazes will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Villa Maria Culture House, Lapa Square and Church São Judas Tadeu.

  • If there's time to check out another corner of Brazil, consider Taubaté, roughly 241 kilometres west of Rio De Janeiro. Mirante do Parque Municipal do Itaim, Taubaté and Centro Cultural de Taubate are key reasons to visit.

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