Travelling from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3. The city is 3 hours ahead of Mexico City, where Benito Juarez International Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from MEX to Rio De Janeiro.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
We make it easy to find a flight from MEX to Rio De Janeiro that includes a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
If you have a passport from Mexico and are travelling to Brazil for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on your length of stay and are subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before reserving a cheap ticket from Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
MEX is around 8 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 57 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to MEX? If you're catching an early flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Rio De Janeiro
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio De Janeiro is P14,685. The cheapest price for a return flight is P32,777. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MEX to Rio De Janeiro. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
Finding cheap tickets from Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio De Janeiro is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to the centre of Rio De Janeiro is about 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 3 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
After your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio De Janeiro has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 3 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
The trip will take roughly 16 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places where you can make a pit stop near SDU. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from MEX to Rio De Janeiro at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. July is the most popular month to visit Rio De Janeiro. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.
Book your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio De Janeiro for February to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 22ºC to 33ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from MEX to Rio De Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 17ºC and 27ºC.
More about Rio De Janeiro
After booking your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are must-do's during your Rio De Janeiro adventure.
Complete your Rio De Janeiro trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Rio De Janeiro and see the sights on your own schedule. Easily compare options in one place to find your perfect ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.