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Cheapest round-trip
$613
Typical prices: $561-$757
Avianca
Sat 3/31Sun 4/29
CUN - GIG • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$315
Typical prices: $299-$430
Copa Airlines
Fri 3/2
CUN - GIG • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cancún and Rio de Janeiro. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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CUN - GIG
Cheapest • 3% average savings
CUN - SDU
Most popular
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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 43% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 8% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Brasilia (BSB)
Cheapest • Avg $561 (round-trip)
Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM)
Shortest trip • 12h 31m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro (CUN-RIO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro

Wed, Mar 31 - Thu, Apr 29
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12:35 pm - 6:15 amCUN  Cancun-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
15h 40m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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1:35 am - 3:50 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CUN Cancun
16h 15m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$613Avianca
Wed, Mar 31 - Fri, Apr 30
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12:35 pm - 6:15 amCUN  Cancun-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
15h 40m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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7:20 am - 5:20 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CUN Cancun
12h 00m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$614Avianca
Wed, Mar 31 - Fri, Apr 30
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12:35 pm - 6:10 amCUN  Cancun-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
15h 35m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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7:20 am - 5:20 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CUN Cancun
12h 00m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$619Avianca
Wed, Mar 31 - Fri, Apr 30
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12:35 pm - 6:10 amCUN  Cancun-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
15h 35m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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7:20 am - 5:20 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CUN Cancun
12h 00m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$621Avianca
Sat, Apr 3 - Sun, Apr 11
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6:20 pm - 12:30 amCUN  Cancun-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
28h 10m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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4:40 pm - 5:20 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CUN Cancun
26h 40m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$626Avianca
Wed, Mar 31 - Fri, Apr 30
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12:35 pm - 9:50 amCUN  Cancun-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
19h 15m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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10:00 pm - 3:50 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CUN Cancun
19h 50m2 stops Belém Val De Cans Bogotá El Dorado
$628GOL
Sat, Apr 3 - Sun, Apr 11
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12:35 pm - 6:15 amCUN  Cancun-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
15h 40m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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9:25 pm - 5:20 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CUN Cancun
21h 55m2 stops Cordoba Pajas Blancas Bogotá El Dorado
$640Avianca
Mon, Mar 15 - Sat, Mar 20
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6:00 pm - 8:30 pmCUN  Cancun-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
24h 30m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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3:20 pm - 3:55 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CUN Cancun
26h 35m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Bogotá El Dorado
$645GOL
Wed, Mar 31 - Fri, Apr 30
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12:35 pm - 2:45 pmCUN  Cancun-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
24h 10m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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7:35 am - 5:20 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CUN Cancun
35h 45m2 stops Manaus Eduardo Gomes Intl Bogotá El Dorado
$650Multiple Airlines
Wed, Mar 31 - Fri, Apr 30
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12:35 pm - 2:45 pmCUN  Cancun-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
24h 10m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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7:35 am - 5:20 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-CUN Cancun
35h 45m2 stops Manaus Eduardo Gomes Intl Bogotá El Dorado
$652Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cancún to Rio de Janeiro flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro?

Round-trip flights from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro typically range from $561 to $757. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $613, on Avianca.

What is the cheapest Cancún to Rio de Janeiro flight route?

There's little price difference between Cancún to Rio de Janeiro routes. They average around $653 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro. It’s 3% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 16% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro at $584 round-trip.
•December ($880) and April ($710) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 50% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro the cheapest?

Flights from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 43% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cancún to Rio de Janeiro flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$315
Beat the crowds with an average 47% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 25% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

When to book flights from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cancún to Rio de Janeiro flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro?

    A nonstop flight from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro takes 00m, covering 4,225 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cancún to Rio de Janeiro flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro range from $561 to $757, with an average of $632 over the past 12 months. Anything below $561 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cancún to Rio de Janeiro flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 27% above the $632 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $613 to $4,300. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $422, which is 20% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Rio de Janeiro?

    Since Rio de Janeiro is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (GIG) — daily rates averaging $29:

    • FOCO
    • Localiza
    • MOVIDA
    • Avis
    • Unidas

    Near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) — daily rates averaging $32:

    • FOCO
    • MOVIDA
    • Avis
    • Budget
    • Unidas

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro?

    Flights from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro usually depart from Cancun (CUN) and may arrive at several airports in Rio de Janeiro area, including Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG) and Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont (SDU).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro most commonly connect through:

    • Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 49% of one-stop connections
    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Brasilia (BSB) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM) - 3% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $617 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $737, a difference of $120.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro?

    Flying via Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 12h 31m, compared with 12h 44m via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) and 13h 03m via Brasilia (BSB).

  • What is the time difference between Cancún and Rio de Janeiro?

    Rio de Janeiro is 2 hours ahead of Cancún (Brasilia Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Rio de Janeiro?

    Some of the most popular sights in Rio de Janeiro are Copacabana Beach, RioCentro and Praia do Arpoador. These are among the most viewed places in Rio de Janeiro on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cancún to Rio de Janeiro flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $617, about $120 less than Sunday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 43% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cancún to Rio de Janeiro trip for March. Fares historically average $584 round-trip in that month - typically $296 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

    Near Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

    • Linx Galeão by Wish
    • Rio Aeroporto Hotel Galeão
    • Aerotel Airport Transit Hotel

    Near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport

    • ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
    • Windsor Florida Hotel
    • Hotel Atlântico Business Centro

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