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Flight deals from Cancun to Rio de Janeiro Internacional

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cancun Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs132,674. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs75,875 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound indirect flight with Arajet, departs from Cancun on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs75,875, select.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs76,382 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound indirect flight with Arajet, departs from Cancun on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs76,382, select.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs77,016 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound indirect flight with Arajet, departs from Cancun on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs77,016, select.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs77,051 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Sep.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound indirect flight with Arajet, departs from Cancun on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs77,051, select.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs78,601 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Apr.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound indirect flight with Arajet, departs from Cancun on Thu, 29 Apr, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs78,601, select.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs78,601 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound indirect flight with Arajet, departs from Cancun on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs78,601, select.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs79,111 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound indirect flight with Arajet, departs from Cancun on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs79,111, select.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs79,406 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 May.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound indirect flight with Arajet, departs from Cancun on Thu, 20 May, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs79,406, select.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs79,869 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Mar.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound indirect flight with Arajet, departs from Cancun on Thu, 18 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs79,869, select.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs81,796 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Feb.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Cancun on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs81,796, select.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs82,404 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Cancun on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs82,404, select.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs82,442 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Cancun on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs82,442, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cancun to Rio de Janeiro Internacional

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cancun to Rio de Janeiro Internacional flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from Rs82,404
Aug
from Rs75,875
Sep
from Rs77,051
Oct
from Rs76,382
Nov
from Rs79,111
Dec
from Rs78,601
Jan
from Rs82,442
Feb
from Rs81,796
Mar
from Rs79,869
Apr
from Rs78,601
May
from Rs79,406
Jun
from Rs77,016

Cancun to Rio de Janeiro Internacional: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cancun to Rio de Janeiro below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Rio de Janeiro Internacional.

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

3km from central Rio de Janeiro
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from Rs73,213
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Rio de Janeiro Internacional

12km from central Rio de Janeiro
from Rs75,875
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Jacarepaguá

21km from central Rio de Janeiro
from Rs74,645
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Cancun to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs75,875
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Cancun to Rio de Janeiro Internacional: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cancun to Rio de Janeiro Internacional is Rs132,674. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cancun to Rio de Janeiro Internacional. But we found flights with one or more stops from Rs132,674.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Cancun to Rio de Janeiro Internacional.
The cheapest month to fly from Cancun to Rio de Janeiro Internacional is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cancun Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport on Monday, 24 August 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cancun Airport and Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rio de Janeiro Internacional but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rio de Janeiro is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Arajet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rio de Janeiro Internacional.

Flying from Cancun Airport (CUN) to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG): what you need to know

  • Rio de Janeiro's timezone is UTC-3, making Rio de Janeiro two hours ahead of Cancun.

  • For a smooth 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 CUN to GIG flight.

  • During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cancun Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between CUN and GIG include:

    • Miami International Airport

    • Bogota Airport

    • Panama City Tocumen International Airport

Handy information about Cancun Airport (CUN)

  • 80% of flights leaving Cancun Airport reach their destination as planned. Given its strong performance rating, delays are unlikely when taking off from CUN.

  • Central Cancun to Cancun Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.

  • Expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near CUN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cancun Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)

  • If you're coming in on a late Cancun Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near GIG:

  • Grab a Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport rental car and explore Rio de Janeiro and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are well-known companies to choose from here.

  • Booking your ride from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.

Getting from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro

  • From Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, Rio de Janeiro is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.

When to fly to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Cancun Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. December is the most popular month to visit Rio de Janeiro. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.

  • The warmest month in Rio de Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 36ºC. Lock in your flights from Cancun Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • July sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 29ºC. Search for cheap tickets from CUN to GIG around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

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, its best attractions include Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.

  • Around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another essential stop in Brazil. Start your sightseeing at Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.

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