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Cheapest round-trip
$696
Typical prices: $609-$784
LATAM Airlines
Mon 11/19Tue 12/4
MEX - GIG • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$395
Typical prices: $342-$548
Multiple Airlines
Thu 1/11
MEX - GIG • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport and Rio de Janeiro. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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MEX - GIG
Cheapest • 2% average savings
MEX - SDU
Most popular
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 8% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM)
Cheapest • Avg $628 (round-trip)
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU)
Shortest trip • 13h 35m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro (MEX-RIO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro

Thu, Nov 19 - Fri, Dec 4
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7:50 pm - 9:15 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
22h 25m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
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5:40 pm - 3:15 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
24h 35m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
$696LATAM Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Fri, Dec 11
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7:50 pm - 9:15 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
22h 25m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
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7:10 pm - 3:15 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
23h 05m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
$696LATAM Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Fri, Dec 4
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7:50 pm - 9:15 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
22h 25m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
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7:10 pm - 3:15 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
23h 05m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
$711LATAM Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Fri, Dec 4
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7:50 pm - 9:15 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
22h 25m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
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7:10 pm - 3:15 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
23h 05m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
$712LATAM Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Sat, Nov 28
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1:20 am - 12:30 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
20h 10m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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5:05 am - 10:25 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
20h 20m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$713Copa Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
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3:25 am - 12:30 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
18h 05m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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5:05 am - 10:25 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
20h 20m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$721Copa Airlines
Tue, Apr 6 - Fri, Apr 23
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12:25 am - 9:20 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
17h 55m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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7:30 pm - 3:55 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
23h 25m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
$728Multiple Airlines
Thu, Mar 11 - Thu, Mar 18
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12:30 am - 3:45 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
12h 15m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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7:45 am - 6:25 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
13h 40m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$753Avianca
Thu, Mar 11 - Thu, Mar 18
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12:30 am - 3:45 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
12h 15m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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4:50 pm - 3:10 amGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
13h 20m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$753Avianca
Thu, Nov 19 - Tue, Nov 24
Copa Airlines Logo
3:25 am - 8:00 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
25h 35m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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5:05 am - 12:15 amGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
22h 10m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$764Copa Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport 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 Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Round-trip flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Rio de Janeiro typically range from $609 to $784. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $696, on LATAM Airlines.

What is the cheapest Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight route?

There's little price difference between Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Rio de Janeiro routes. They average around $690 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Rio de Janeiro. It’s 3% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Rio de Janeiro at $628 round-trip.
•December ($808) and July ($714) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 28% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Rio de Janeiro the cheapest?

Flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Rio de Janeiro are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Rio de Janeiro flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$395
Beat the crowds with an average 12% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 18% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

When to book flights from Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Mexico City 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 Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport 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 Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Rio de Janeiro:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

    A nonstop flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Rio de Janeiro takes 00m, covering 4,767 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport 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 Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight?

    Round-trip flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Rio de Janeiro range from $609 to $784, with an average of $680 over the past 12 months. Anything below $609 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Rio de Janeiro flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 29% above the $680 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport 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 $696 to $4,479. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Rio de Janeiro looking right now?

    One-way fares from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Rio de Janeiro are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $456, which is 17% 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 from around $10:

    • FOCO
    • Localiza
    • MOVIDA
    • Avis
    • Unidas

    Near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) — daily rates from around $10:

    • FOCO
    • MOVIDA
    • Avis
    • Budget
    • Unidas

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

    Flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Rio de Janeiro usually depart from Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) 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 Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Rio de Janeiro pass through?

    One-stop flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Rio de Janeiro most commonly connect through:

    • Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL) - 5% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 10% on flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Rio de Janeiro. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $661 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $731, a difference of $70.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

    Flying via Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 35m, compared with 13h 57m via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) and 14h 30m via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG).

  • What is the time difference between Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport and Rio de Janeiro?

    Rio de Janeiro is 3 hours ahead of Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport (Brasilia Time vs Central 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 Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $661, about $70 less than Sunday fares (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Rio de Janeiro trip for May. Fares historically average $628 round-trip in that month - typically $180 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

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

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