Travelling from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Benito Juarez International Airport is located in Mexico City. Following the UTC-3 timezone, Rio De Janeiro is three hours ahead of Mexico City.
To avoid rushing for your MEX to Rio De Janeiro flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from MEX to Rio De Janeiro with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Travelling from central Mexico City to MEX takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to MEX:
80.91% of flights leaving Benito Juarez International Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of MEX.
How to find the cheapest flights from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Rio De Janeiro
Rs71,503 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs133,404. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from MEX to Rio De Janeiro if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
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Airports 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 18 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near GIG if you're coming in on a late flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car and discover Rio De Janeiro and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are well-known companies to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from MEX to Rio De Janeiro.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is about 2 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. Once you've hopped off your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 15 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to SDU. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your MEX to Rio De Janeiro flight:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and make a speedy getaway.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider range of vehicles.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the city centre by ride-share or cab after your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
If you're using public transport, the journey will take you around 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, choose a hotel close to RRJ. Make yourself comfortable at one of these stays after your MEX to Rio De Janeiro flight:
Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car and enjoy travelling in your own private, comfortable space. Whether you want a compact or a full-size SUV, Localiza will help you find your ideal set of wheels.
Rental companies sometimes offer discounts for early bookings, so book your vehicle from RRJ in advance of your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. A little prep work can make a big difference in cost.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Travel to Rio De Janeiro in peak season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio De Janeiro in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Before locking in your Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 33ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEX to Rio De Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 17ºC and 27ºC.
More about Rio De Janeiro
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Rio De Janeiro right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Rio De Janeiro:
Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Rio De Janeiro itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Copacabana Beach.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to discover more of Brazil. Journey about 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to tick off its must-visit sights. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another side of Brazil, head for Belo Horizonte, roughly 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro are the start of reasons to visit.