Travelling from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Cancun International Airport is located in Cancun. Operating on the UTC-3 timezone, Rio De Janeiro is 2 hours ahead of Cancun.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from CUN to Rio De Janeiro. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from CUN to Rio De Janeiro. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
You can visit Brazil for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Mexico. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Cancun International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, make sure you have the latest information. Visa rules can change, and you may need some documentation if your trip is for work or other reasons.
CUN is approximately 19 kilometres from central Cancun. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a handy hotel near CUN? If you're boarding an early flight from Cancun International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Rio De Janeiro
R 4,089 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Cancun International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 7,735. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from CUN to Rio De Janeiro, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when looking for your ticket from Cancun International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is around 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 3 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Cancun International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is roughly 2 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. After your flight from Cancun International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you around 3 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take roughly 16 minutes.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near SDU. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from CUN to Rio De Janeiro at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Cancun International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. July is the most popular month to travel to Rio De Janeiro. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.
Book your flight from Cancun International Airport to Rio De Janeiro for February to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 22ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap flights from CUN to Rio De Janeiro in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Rio De Janeiro
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Rio De Janeiro right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Cancun International Airport to Rio De Janeiro:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are essential stops on your Rio De Janeiro itinerary.
Complete your Rio De Janeiro trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Rio De Janeiro and see the sights in your own time. Easily compare companies in one go to find the ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Cancun International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.