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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Rio de Janeiro? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Rio de Janeiro.R 7,524 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Nov.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 24 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,524, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 7,547 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Mar.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,547, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 7,952 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Feb.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 27 Feb, arriving in Jacarepaguá.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,952, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 8,580 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Dec.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 6 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,580, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 8,857 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Apr.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 8 Apr, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,857, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 8,991 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Jan.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 19 Jan, arriving in Jacarepaguá.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,991, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 9,200 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 May.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 17 May, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,200, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 9,972 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Oct.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,972, select.

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

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 flights are currently cheapest in November.
Oct
from R 9,972
Nov
from R 7,524
Dec
from R 8,580
Jan
from R 8,991
Feb
from R 7,952
Mar
from R 7,547
Apr
from R 8,857
May
from R 9,200
Jun
from R 10,079
Jul
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Aug
from R 16,086
Sep
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Alternative Istanbul to Rio de Janeiro routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Istanbul to Rio de Janeiro? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Istanbul to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 7,524
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Rio de Janeiro: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont, Rio de Janeiro Internacional and Jacarepaguá.
The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Rio de Janeiro is R 14,410. 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. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 14,410.
As of October 2025, there are no flights flying from Istanbul to Rio de Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Rio de Janeiro is usually November.
If you're flying from Istanbul, the cheapest airport near Rio de Janeiro is Rio de Janeiro Internacional – which is 12.2 km away from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. We've found flights into this airport from R 14,410.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Rio de Janeiro on Wednesday, 19 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Istanbul and Rio de Janeiro. 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 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.
In October, the average temperature is usually around 23°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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Rio de Janeiro is KLM .

Travelling from Istanbul to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know

  • There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Istanbul. Check out your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when booking your flight from Istanbul to Rio De Janeiro.

  • Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is where you'll be arriving in Rio De Janeiro.

  • The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3, which is six hours behind Istanbul.

  • To ensure you make it on your Istanbul to Rio De Janeiro flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Rio De Janeiro

  • To find cheap Istanbul to Rio De Janeiro flights, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.

  • Finding cheap plane tickets from Istanbul to Rio De Janeiro is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a sweet deal.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from Istanbul to Rio De Janeiro by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' Istanbul to Rio De Janeiro flights.

Flying from Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Istanbul to Rio De Janeiro flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • IST is around 32 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Istanbul to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Istanbul to Rio De Janeiro flight. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these options between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Rio De Janeiro:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • On public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 31 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 55 minutes.

  • Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Istanbul to Rio De Janeiro, unwind in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:

  • 77% of flights departing Sabiha Gokcen International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.

Arriving in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes to get there on public transport.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Rio De Janeiro. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:

  • Grab a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car and explore Rio De Janeiro and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are top providers you can book with here.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • Once your flight from Istanbul to Rio De Janeiro has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is approximately 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).

  • If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 15 minutes or so.

  • No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and hit the road in a heartbeat.

  • Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.

Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)

  • Head toward the city centre after your flight from Istanbul to Rio De Janeiro has landed. Central Rio De Janeiro is about 23 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 40 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.

  • The journey takes around 1 hour 25 minutes if you use public transport.

  • Ready to roll? Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car from Localiza and start your trip without worrying about how to reach your next destination.

  • If you prefer a certain make or model, booking early increases your chances of getting what you want. Book your ride from RRJ at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Istanbul to Rio De Janeiro.

Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul to Rio De Janeiro. To avoid the crowds, go to Rio De Janeiro in May.

  • When booking your Istanbul to Rio De Janeiro tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Look for cheap flights from Istanbul to Rio De Janeiro in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.

More about Rio De Janeiro

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Rio De Janeiro right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Rio De Janeiro:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are top sights which should feature on every Rio De Janeiro itinerary.

Explore more of Brazil

  • Rio De Janeiro will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Brazil waiting to be explored. About 354 kilometres west of Rio De Janeiro, a trip to Sao Paulo will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.

  • Belo Horizonte is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. No trip is complete without dropping by Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.

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