Travelling from Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport to Rio de Janeiro and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 25 minutes.
Mendoza (the location of Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport) and Rio de Janeiro share the same timezone — UTC-3.
The most popular flight route is from Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ) to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG). You can choose from three services between these airports every week.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your MDZ to Rio de Janeiro flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as March? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport to Rio de Janeiro tickets are available for booking. Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) will be where your journey ends.
Check out the deals with JetSMART. This airline operates direct flights from Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from MDZ to Rio de Janeiro. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL)
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Mendoza, MDZ can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near MDZ? If you've booked an early flight from Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of the departures from Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport, 74% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ) to Rio de Janeiro
The best price we've seen for a one-way Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight is 156 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 267 €. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from MDZ to Rio de Janeiro. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
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Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
The distance from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro is roughly 19 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
Consider booking a hotel close to GIG if you have a late flight from Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Booking your ride from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from MDZ to Rio de Janeiro can help you secure the lowest rate.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Central Rio de Janeiro is about 5 kilometres from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). Once your flight from Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport to Rio de Janeiro has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 10 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 20 minutes.
After stepping off your MDZ to Rio de Janeiro flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to SDU. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is around 27 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. It'll take you about 45 minutes to get to the city centre by car once you've hopped off your flight from Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Check in to a hotel near RRJ and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you have a late MDZ to Rio de Janeiro flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these stays put comfort right within reach:
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport to Rio de Janeiro is a smart move. Along with better deals, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
January is the busiest month for flights from Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. To avoid the crowds, head to Rio de Janeiro in December.
Book a Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket with a departure in February to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MDZ to Rio de Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
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. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport to Rio de Janeiro:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Rio de Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Rio de Janeiro has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Brazil you'll want to see. Around 354 kilometres west of Rio de Janeiro, a visit to Sao Paulo will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Belo Horizonte is another standout destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. No trip is complete without seeing Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.