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$308 Find Cheap Flights from Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro - Compare and Save

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Cheapest round-trip
$593
Typical prices: $559-$712
Copa Airlines
Thu 9/10Fri 9/18
MEX - GIG • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$308
Typical prices: $301-$513
LATAM Airlines
Mon 10/5
MEX - GIG • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Mexico City and Rio de Janeiro. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Top layover airports
Sao Paulo (GRU)
Cheapest • Avg $698 (round-trip)
Panama City (PTY)
Shortest trip • 12h 39m (one-way)
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When to book
3 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 16% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 8% price drop
September
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Cheap Flights from Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro (MEX-RIO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

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

Thu, Sep 10 - Fri, Sep 18
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2:10 am - 12:25 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
19h 15m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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10:30 am - 1:00 amGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
17h 30m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$593Copa Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 8
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8:05 pm - 9:15 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
22h 10m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
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6:05 pm - 3:45 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
24h 40m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
$599LATAM Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Sep 24
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8:05 pm - 9:15 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
22h 10m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
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10:25 pm - 3:45 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
20h 20m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
$599LATAM Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Fri, Sep 25
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8:05 pm - 5:20 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
18h 15m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
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10:25 pm - 3:45 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
20h 20m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
$599LATAM Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Thu, Sep 24
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1:20 am - 12:25 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
20h 05m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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5:10 am - 12:15 amGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
22h 05m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$601Copa Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15
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1:20 am - 12:25 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
20h 05m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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10:30 am - 1:00 amGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
17h 30m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$606Copa Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15
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1:20 am - 4:05 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
23h 45m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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5:10 am - 1:00 amGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
22h 50m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$606Copa Airlines
Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 14
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5:55 pm - 4:30 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
19h 35m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Lima J Chavez Intl
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10:25 pm - 3:45 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
20h 20m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
$627Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Sep 24
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8:05 pm - 9:15 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
22h 10m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
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9:00 am - 11:20 amGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
29h 20m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Bogotá El Dorado
$632Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Fri, Sep 25
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5:20 pm - 8:50 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
24h 30m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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7:05 am - 4:45 amGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
24h 40m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Bogotá El Dorado
$633Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro departing in September.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Rio de Janeiro from Mexico City usually cost between $587 and $708 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $593 on Copa Airlines (Sep 10-Sep 18).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro is May, where tickets cost $612 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $787 and $721 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 16% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$308
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 1% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
Flight from Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro-Galeao 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.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro

  • What is the cheapest flight from Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro was $308 for a one-way ticket and $593 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Mexico City and Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Mexico City and on arrival in Rio de Janeiro.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro?

    When flying out of Mexico City you will be using Mexico City Benito Juarez. You will be landing at one of these airports: Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl or Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Mexico City and Rio de Janeiro.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro, Copa Airlines or LATAM Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro are Copa Airlines and LATAM Airlines. With an average price for the route of $726 and an overall rating of 7.6, Copa Airlines is the most popular choice. LATAM Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $675 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Rio de Janeiro from Mexico City is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Rio de Janeiro with an airline and back to Mexico City with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Rio de Janeiro from Mexico City up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Mexico City (MEX)