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 kilometers 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.