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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Medellin to Rio de Janeiro? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs58,601 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Dec.One-way flight with JetSmart.Outbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Mon, 15 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs58,601, select.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs64,839 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Jan.One-way flight with JetSmart.Outbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Mon, 5 Jan, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs64,839, select.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs73,021 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Apr.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs73,021, select.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs73,021 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Mar.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs73,021, select.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs73,175 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Sep.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs73,175, select.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs73,175 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Aug.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs73,175, select.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs73,258 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Jul.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Sun, 6 Jul, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs73,258, select.
Rio de Janeiro.Rs73,258 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Nov.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs73,258, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Medellin to Rio de Janeiro

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Medellin to Rio de Janeiro flights are currently cheapest in December.
Jul
from Rs73,258
Aug
from Rs73,175
Sep
from Rs73,175
Oct
from Rs74,152
Nov
from Rs73,258
Dec
from Rs58,601
Jan
from Rs64,839
Feb
from Rs73,677
Mar
from Rs73,021
Apr
from Rs73,021
May
from Rs74,456
Jun
from Rs184,967

Alternative Medellin to Rio de Janeiro routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Medellin to Rio de Janeiro? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Medellin to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs58,601
Cheapest month to flyDecember

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

There are 3 airports in Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont, Rio de Janeiro Internacional and Jacarepaguá.
The best price we found for a return flight from Medellin to Rio de Janeiro is Rs118,444. 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 Medellin to Rio de Janeiro. But we found flights with one or more stops from Rs118,444.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Medellin to Rio de Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from Medellin to Rio de Janeiro is usually April.
If you're flying from Medellin, the cheapest airport near Rio de Janeiro is Rio de Janeiro Internacional – which is 12.2 km away from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. We've found flights into this airport from Rs118,444.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Medellin to Rio de Janeiro on Thursday, 23 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Medellin and Rio de Janeiro. 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 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.
In July, the average temperature is usually around 20°C. February is typically the warmest month in Rio de Janeiro, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 17°C. The rainiest month is January.
The cheapest airline that flies to Rio de Janeiro is Copa .

Travelling from Medellin to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know

  • Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is Medellin's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Medellin to Rio De Janeiro leaving from here.

  • Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is where you'll be arriving in Rio De Janeiro.

  • Rio De Janeiro's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Rio De Janeiro two hours ahead of Medellin.

  • Allow plenty of time to get on your Medellin to Rio De Janeiro flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling over a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Rio De Janeiro

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap Medellin to Rio De Janeiro flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.

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  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Medellin to Rio De Janeiro flights.

Flying from Medellin

Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Medellin to Rio De Janeiro flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:

    • El Dorado International Airport (BOG)

    • Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

    • Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)

  • MDE is about 18 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Medellin to Rio De Janeiro or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:

  • 69.76% of flights that leave from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport arrive at their destination on time.

Arriving in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to GIG if you have a late flight from Medellin to Rio De Janeiro. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and see more of Rio De Janeiro and beyond.

  • For the best deal, reserve your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks ahead of your Medellin to Rio De Janeiro flight.

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • Once your flight from Medellin to Rio De Janeiro has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is approximately 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).

  • Public transport will get you there in approximately 15 minutes.

  • Foco, Localiza and Movida make collecting a Santos Dumont Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.

  • Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from SDU three weeks in advance often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.

Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)

  • Step off your flight from Medellin to Rio De Janeiro and head directly to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. Central Rio De Janeiro is around 23 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 40 minutes to reach by car.

  • The journey takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes when travelling on public transport.

  • Ready to make tracks? Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car from Localiza and start your journey without worrying about how to get to where you're going.

  • Rental companies sometimes offer discounts for early bookings, so book your vehicle from RRJ well ahead of your flight from Medellin to Rio De Janeiro. A bit of planning goes a long way for your wallet.

Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro

  • It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Medellin to Rio De Janeiro. July is the most popular month for a trip to Rio De Janeiro. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in May.

  • Book a Medellin to Rio De Janeiro ticket departing in February if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Rio De Janeiro to range from 22ºC to 33ºC.

  • Search for cheap flights from Medellin to Rio De Janeiro in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC on average.

More about Rio De Janeiro

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Rio De Janeiro right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Medellin to Rio De Janeiro:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are top sights which should feature on any good Rio De Janeiro itinerary.

Explore more of Brazil

  • You've done Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to explore more of Brazil. Journey around 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to check off its top attractions. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another favourite stop in Brazil. Experience major highlights starting with Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.

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