Cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Istanbul

The shoulder weeks around October often carry the next-best fares, and October itself is the lowest month in the dated prices for this route; months shown run from October to July, so compare the whole span rather than one week. Weekday departures can be cheaper than weekend ones, but only the dated fares show the difference, and school holidays in Brazil and Turkey plus the year-end break can tighten seats on this connecting route. Istanbul's summer and Rio's holiday seasons shift demand in different directions, so check the price calendar across several weeks before settling on dates.

The real difference on this route is the fare type, not just the carrier name: what is included can differ sharply between tickets, including baggage, meals, seat choice and changes, so read the fare rules before you pay. Air Canada, British Airways, Iberia, ITA Airways, Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines appear alongside LATAM Airlines, Latam Airlines Brasil, GOL Linhas Aereas S.A. and Azul, but the facts list does not say where each connects or what each fare includes, so check the connection airport, waiting time and baggage rules before paying. Every listed itinerary connects at least once because no nonstop service is shown.

Arrange your entry rules and onward transport before you land, because Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen are different gateways and neither is close to the historic centre. Road and rail links into town can take a long time in heavy traffic, so allow a wide buffer if you have a connection or a hotel check-in. Watch for the wrong-airport mistake on separate tickets, late-night transport gaps and taxi queues after long flights.

Currency

TRY (₺)

Power sockets

Type C, F · 230 V

Language

Turkish

Emergency number

112, 177

Driving side

right

Calling code

+36

Internet domain

.tr

Population of Istanbul

15.7 M (2023)

Time zone

UTC+03 (Europe/Istanbul)

Country facts: Wikidata

• Check whether checked baggage, seat selection and meals are included, because a basic fare can charge for each.
• Confirm which Rio airport and which Istanbul airport your ticket names before you travel, since both cities have two.
• Check connection time and whether bags are checked through, especially on separate tickets.
• Check passport and visa rules for Turkey before you fly.
• Compare October with the weeks around it, as dated fares move with season and demand.
• Check weekday flights and school holiday periods before you book.