2
Aerolíneas
4×
Por semana
$4,977 MXN
Desde (en vivo)
10h
Directo
Ciudad de México (MEX) → Rio de Janeiro (GIG)
Ciudad de México
Aeropuerto Internacional Benito Juárez
DISTANCE
8 279 km
Rio de Janeiro
Aeroporto Internacional do Rio de Janeiro–Galeão
Flight time is an estimate: great-circle distance with ~8% routing adjustment and ~45 min ground operations. Actual block time depends on the carrier, winds, and specific service (check the airline schedule).
Fare trend — last 5weeks
↓ down 11%Lowest one-way fare from weekly Travelpayouts snapshots. See methodology for how we collect this.
When are fares cheapest?
Click a month → live Aviasales fares for the 15th
Compare carriers on this route
🇲🇽Aeromexico
AM
- Frequency
- 4× / week
- Baggage
- 25kg
- Migrant program
- ✓
🇨🇱LATAM Airlines
LA
- Frequency
- 4× / week
- Baggage
- 23kg
- Migrant program
- ✓
Flights Ciudad de México → Rio de Janeiro: airlines, fares, timing
Mexico City to Rio de Janeiro connects the Mexican capital with one of Brazil’s great cities, with around 4 flights a week. The route carries tourists, business travellers and connecting passengers. Block time is about ten hours, a long-haul sector.
Airlines operating this route
Two carriers fly MEX-GIG: Aeroméxico and LATAM Airlines, both full-service with checked baggage and meals included. Both fly direct to Rio de Janeiro, so the choice comes down to schedule, frequent-flyer programme and price.
MXN fares — what to expect
With few frequencies, MEX-GIG fares respond quickly to demand. The summer, Carnival, December and Holy Week are the peaks. For those dates, booking three to five months ahead is sensible; off-season, six to nine weeks usually secures a reasonable fare in MXN.
Get live fares on Aviasales →
About Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro is one of Brazil’s great cities, known for its natural setting between mountains and sea, its beaches and its cultural life. For Mexican travellers it is first of all a tourist destination, associated with Carnival and the landscape of Guanabara Bay.
FAQ
Which airlines fly Ciudad de México to Rio de Janeiro? Direct MEX-GIG flights are operated by Aeromexico, LATAM Airlines. Compare baggage, fares and schedules in the carrier table above.
How long is the MEX-GIG flight and how often does it run? Block time is about 10.0 hours. The MEX-GIG route runs roughly 4 flights per week across all carriers.
How far ahead should I book MEX-GIG for the best fare? Booking 4-8 weeks ahead for regular dates — and 8-12 weeks for peak season (Holy Week, Christmas, paisano summer) — typically saves 15-30%. See the month-by-month fare heatmap above.
What is the checked baggage allowance on MEX-GIG? It varies by carrier and fare class — full-service carriers on this route usually include 23-25 kg, while low-cost carriers sell it separately. Confirm the current policy on the airline’s site before booking.
Do Mexican passport holders need a visa for Brazil? Verifica con consulado. Check the latest requirements with the consulate before buying your ticket.
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Published by FlightsMX Editorial Team. Last verified: May 2026. Fares are reference brackets — verify with the airline before booking.
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