Flying from Rio de Janeiro to Mexico City: what you need to know
Rio de Janeiro's main base, Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Mexico City.
When working out where to land in Mexico City, Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU) are the chief entry points.
Mexico City is three hours behind Rio de Janeiro and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your Rio de Janeiro to Mexico City flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like December, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Mexico City
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Rio de Janeiro to Mexico City flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Mexico City is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across each month and score a great deal.
Locking in a cheap flight from Rio de Janeiro to Mexico City is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has dropped.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Rio de Janeiro to Mexico City flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Flying from Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
We make it simple to book a Rio de Janeiro to Mexico City flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Bogota Airport (BOG)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Travelling from central Rio de Janeiro to GIG takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a handy hotel close to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rio de Janeiro to Mexico City, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Arriving in Mexico City
Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 6 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Rio de Janeiro to Mexico City, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near MEX:
Grab a Mexico City Juarez International Airport rental car and explore Mexico City and beyond with your own wheels. INFINITY RENT, MEX and America are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Mexico City Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.
Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Central Mexico City is approximately 40 kilometres from Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU). After your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Mexico City has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 55 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 2 hours.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near NLU. Tuck yourself in after your Rio de Janeiro to Mexico City flight at one of these perfectly located options:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long taxi lines. Pick up a Felipe Angeles International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare rates and availability from Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from NLU one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Mexico City Atizapan Airport (AZP)
Get off your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Mexico City and head straight for your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of Mexico City is around 3 kilometres from Mexico City Atizapan Airport (AZP).
Rental providers sometimes offer discounts on early bookings, so book your ride from AZP a few weeks ahead of your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Mexico City. A little prep today saves cash tomorrow.
Best time to go to Mexico City
June is the busiest month for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Mexico City. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Mexico City in March.
Lock in a Rio de Janeiro to Mexico City ticket departing in May if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Mexico City to range from 12ºC to 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to Mexico City around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Mexico City, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe and National Museum of Anthropology are just two of the top attractions to add to your Mexico City to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Frida Kahlo Museum.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Mexico you should also see. About 21 kilometres northeast of Mexico City, a visit to Ecatepec de Morelos will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Zoologico Zacango, Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden.
Around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City, Guadalajara is another essential stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out Guadalajara's Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KAHLO.