Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Rio De Janeiro. Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Rio De Janeiro to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ) out of here.
Expect to be in the air for 4 hours 25 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Rio De Janeiro to El Plumerillo International Airport flight.
Mendoza's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Rio De Janeiro. El Plumerillo International Airport is located in Mendoza.
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ) is the busiest route, with 2 direct services each week. You can get from GIG to MDZ on JetSMART's 1:25pm flight.
Your flight from Rio De Janeiro to MDZ won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
You can book a direct flight from Rio De Janeiro to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ) out of Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).
When jetting out of GIG, you can take a direct flight from Rio De Janeiro to El Plumerillo International Airport with JetSMART.
The most frequently booked airline between GIG and MDZ is JetSMART.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to MDZ leaving from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Travelling from central Rio De Janeiro to GIG takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to El Plumerillo International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, 79.57% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Rio De Janeiro to SDU in around 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 2 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 5 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Rio De Janeiro to MDZ flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Santos Dumont Airport:
78.67% of flights departing Santos Dumont Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to El Plumerillo International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near MDZ:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an El Plumerillo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from rentar low cost, CORDOBA RENT A CAR or Fit and explore beyond Mendoza's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Rio De Janeiro to El Plumerillo International Airport flight.
Getting from El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ) to central Mendoza
El Plumerillo International Airport to the centre of Mendoza is around 13 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)
Right now, 77 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to El Plumerillo International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 211 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to MDZ by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The best month for picking up cheap Rio De Janeiro to El Plumerillo International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Rio De Janeiro to MDZ.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)
April is the quietest month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ), while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit Mendoza based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Rio De Janeiro to MDZ plane ticket departing in January if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Mendoza to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
July sees temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to El Plumerillo International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Mendoza
Once you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to El Plumerillo International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Mendoza:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Ciudad de mendoza, Fiesta Nacional de la Vendimia and Parque General San Martin are attractions you won't want to skip in Mendoza.
Explore more of Argentina
You've visited Mendoza, now it's time to discover more of Argentina. Travel about 145 kilometres north to San Juan to check off its top attractions. From Plaza Espana to Mercado Artesanal and Museo Don Julio, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
San Luis is another must-experience destination in Argentina and is around 225 kilometres east of Mendoza. No journey is complete without a visit to Iglesia Catedral de San Luis, Plaza Independencia and Casa De Las Culturas.
