125 € Cheap Flights from Rio de Janeiro to Ilheus

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rio de Janeiro to Ilheus flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Ilheus

Rio de Janeiro to Ilheus: Alternative routes

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

Rio de Janeiro to Ilheus: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found125 €
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 50 mins
Most popular airlineKLM
Average flights per week6

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Rio de Janeiro to Ilheus is 125 €. 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.
1 hour and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Rio de Janeiro to Ilheus.
KLM, TAP Air Portugal and GOL Linhas Aéreas fly direct from Rio de Janeiro to Ilheus.
As of February 2026, there are 6 flights per week flying from Rio de Janeiro to Ilheus.
The cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Ilheus is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Ilheus Airport on Friday, 22 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 50 minutes.
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 Ilheus 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 Ilheus is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Ilheus is GOL Linhas Aéreas .

Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport (IOS): What you need to know

  • Start your travels at one of Rio De Janeiro's main airports, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) or Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). Explore your options for booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport (IOS) leaving from either of these.

  • Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport is located in Ilheus. The city's timezone is UTC-3 — the same as Rio De Janeiro.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Rio De Janeiro to IOS. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • In peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.

Airports in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • GIG is around 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:

  • When it comes to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.57% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • SDU is about 2 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. It'll take you 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 15 minutes.

  • Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your Rio De Janeiro to IOS flight, stay in one of these hotels near Santos Dumont Airport:

  • When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 78.67%.

About Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport (IOS)

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IOS instead:

  • Pick up an Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport rental car and explore Ilheus and beyond with your own wheels. Localiza, Unidas and Movida are leading providers to choose from here.

  • Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Rio De Janeiro to Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport flight can help you score a better rate.

Getting from Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport (IOS) to central Ilheus

  • Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport to the centre of Ilheus is around 19 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport (IOS)

  • At the moment, 67 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 125 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to IOS if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.

  • Affordable Rio De Janeiro to Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.

  • Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Rio De Janeiro to IOS is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport. Choose the flight times, carriers and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.

The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport (IOS)

  • Think about your travel style when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Ilheus. June is when most people book flights from Rio De Janeiro to Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport (IOS), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.

  • The warmest month in Ilheus is March, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Rio De Janeiro to IOS plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • August has temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Ilheus

  • After booking your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Ilheus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Ilheus:

  • All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Praia do Norte, Praia Do São Miguel and Vila olimpio are essential stops on your Ilheus itinerary.

Explore more of Brazil

  • Salvador is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered after you've seen Ilheus. Around 225 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Pelourinho, Historic Centre of Salvador de Bahia and Bale Folclorico da Bahia.

  • Camaçari is another must-experience destination in Brazil and is around 241 kilometres north of Ilheus. No trip is complete without visiting Centro histórico, Camaçari Garden and Sítio do Expedito.

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