Flying from Rio De Janeiro to Mexico City: what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Rio De Janeiro. Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Mexico City taking off from here.
When working out where to arrive in Mexico City, Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU) are the chief entry points.
To ensure you catch your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Mexico City, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You'll need an embassy visa for Mexico if you have a passport from Brazil and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before you lock in those cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Mexico City, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most recent updates.
Flying from Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Mexico City that includes a stopover. To see all your options departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The journey from central Rio De Janeiro to GIG takes about 1 hour and 3 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a handy hotel close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Mexico City, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to the centre of Mexico City takes about 24 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 57 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Mexico City. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Central Mexico City is about 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). Once your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Mexico City has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 55 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour and 46 minutes on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Mexico City
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Mexico City is Rs71,745. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs156,130. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Mexico City. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Mexico City across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Mexico City every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Rio De Janeiro to Mexico City. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Best time to go to Mexico City
July is the busiest month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Mexico City. To avoid the crowds, go to Mexico City in April.
Book your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Mexico City for April if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Mexico City to range from 10ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Mexico City in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Mexico City, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are must-do's during your Mexico City adventure.
Complete your Mexico City trip with a car rental
Discover our lineup of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Rio De Janeiro to Mexico City. Whether you're looking for a compact ride, an SUV or anything in between, you can compare companies in one go to find the perfect deal.
