Flying from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ): what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro and Mendoza are both in the UTC-3 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your GIG to MDZ flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between GIG and MDZ include:
Ministro Pistarini Airport
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)
$156 is currently the best price for a one-way Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $422. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from GIG to MDZ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from GIG to MDZ is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport.
Handy information about Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, 79.57% of flights complete their journey on time.
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near GIG. Whether you have an early flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MDZ instead:
Travel at your own pace with an El Plumerillo International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from rentar low cost, CORDOBA RENT A CAR or Fit and venture far and wide through Mendoza and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from El Plumerillo International Airport around three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ) to central Mendoza
El Plumerillo International Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Mendoza. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
When to fly to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Mendoza based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport for January if you want to go to Mendoza during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 32ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GIG to MDZ in July. Average temperatures are between 1ºC and 15ºC then.
Explore more of Argentina
Mendoza has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Argentina waiting to be explored. Around 153 kilometres north of Mendoza, a visit to San Juan will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Cerro Mercedario, Parque de Mayo and Casa Natal de Sarmiento.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Argentina, consider San Luis, about 241 kilometres east of Mendoza. Parque Nacional Sierra de las Quijadas, PLAZA PRINGLES and Iglesia Catedral de San Luis are key reasons to visit.