Travelling from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
Rio de Janeiro is three hours ahead of Mexico City, where Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport is located. Rio de Janeiro follows the UTC-3 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your MEX to Rio de Janeiro flight.
During popular months like September, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from MEX to Rio de Janeiro with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
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MEX is about 6 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to MEX? If you're boarding an early flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
84% of flights leaving Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport land at their destination on schedule. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of MEX.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Rio de Janeiro
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight is R 5,683. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 9,383. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from MEX to Rio de Janeiro, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio de Janeiro across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MEX to Rio de Janeiro by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio de Janeiro by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
If you have a late flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:
Booking your vehicle from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport about four weeks before your flight from MEX to Rio de Janeiro can help you secure the lowest rate.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is about 5 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. Once you've hopped off your flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, it'll take you around 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
The trip will take about 20 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near SDU. Here are a few options where you can check in after your MEX to Rio de Janeiro flight:
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at SDU can land you a better rate.
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Find your way to the city centre after your flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio de Janeiro has touched down. Central Rio de Janeiro is around 27 kilometres from Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 45 minutes to get to by car.
If you're using public transport, the journey will take you about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your trip by staying at a hotel near RRJ after your MEX to Rio de Janeiro flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or just give yourself time to find your footing in a new city at:
If you'd like a specific model or make, booking early gives you a better shot at snagging what you want. Book your ride from RRJ a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
January is the busiest month for flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro in December.
Lock in a Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket with a departure in February if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEX to Rio de Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Rio de Janeiro
Start your Rio de Janeiro trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are leading attractions which should be on every Rio de Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered after you've seen Rio de Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Brazil, head for Belo Horizonte, roughly 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis are highlights.