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$266+ Cheap flights from Cancún (CUN) to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (RIO)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CUN — RIO
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/294:50 pm
CUN
-
GIG
1 stop29h 35m
Avianca
Fri 4/34:40 pm
GIG
-
CUN
1 stop20h 55m
Avianca
Deal found 1/28$552
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/297:00 am
CUN
-
GIG
1 stop15h 30m
Copa Airlines
Fri 4/105:10 am
GIG
-
CUN
1 stop18h 51m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/26$559
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/912:45 pm
CUN
-
GIG
1 stop15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/188:50 pm
GIG
-
CUN
2 stops16h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$590
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/257:01 am
CUN
-
GIG
1 stop15h 29m
Copa Airlines
Tue 4/710:40 am
GIG
-
CUN
1 stop13h 21m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/28$601
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure GOL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/512:45 pm
CUN
-
GIG
2 stops19h 40m
GOL
Tue 8/116:00 am
GIG
-
CUN
2 stops13h 35m
GOL
Deal found 1/28$607
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/296:20 pm
CUN
-
GIG
1 stop28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/36:05 am
GIG
-
CUN
2 stops36h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$615
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/912:45 pm
CUN
-
GIG
1 stop33h 40m
Avianca
Mon 5/187:25 am
GIG
-
CUN
1 stop33h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 1/27$633
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/266:45 pm
CUN
-
GIG
1 stop19h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/317:25 am
GIG
-
CUN
1 stop11h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$641

Find flight deals from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cancún (CUN) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$552
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$266
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$708
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($108 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro that are best for you.

Fly from

Cancún

Fly to

Rio de Janeiro

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CancúnRio de Janeiro

CUN - GIG

CUNGIG

Cancun

Sat 5/9

12:45 pm-6:20 am

1 stop15h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 5/18

8:50 pm-11:35 am

2 stops16h 45m

$590

CancúnRio de Janeiro

CUN - GIG

CUNGIG

Cancun

Sat 5/9

12:45 pm-12:25 am

1 stop33h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 5/18

7:25 am-2:40 pm

1 stop33h 15m

$633

CancúnRio de Janeiro

CUN - GIG

CUNGIG

Cancun

Sun 7/26

3:25 pm-10:20 am

2 stops16h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 7/31

6:15 am-6:00 pm

2 stops37h 45m

$682

CancúnRio de Janeiro

CUN - GIG

CUNGIG

Cancun

Sat 2/14

8:30 pm-10:15 am

1 stop11h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 2/25

11:55 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops16h 50m

$752

CancúnRio de Janeiro

CUN - GIG

CUNGIG

Cancun

Sat 2/14

8:30 pm-10:15 am

1 stop11h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 2/26

6:00 am-2:45 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$752

CancúnRio de Janeiro

CUN - GIG

CUNGIG

Cancun

Sat 2/14

8:30 pm-10:15 am

1 stop11h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 3/1

10:30 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops42h 15m

$773

CancúnRio de Janeiro

CUN - GIG

CUNGIG

Cancun

Sat 2/14

8:30 pm-10:15 am

1 stop11h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 2/22

6:10 am-2:45 pm

1 stop10h 35m

$1,018

CancúnRio de Janeiro

CUN - GIG

CUNGIG

Cancun

Tue 5/12

6:45 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$266

CancúnRio de Janeiro

CUN - GIG

CUNGIG

Cancun

Tue 3/17

7:01 am-12:30 am

1 stop15h 29m

$277

CancúnRio de Janeiro

CUN - GIG

CUNGIG

Cancun

Wed 3/18

11:33 am-4:05 am

1 stop14h 32m

$277

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  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cancún-Rio de Janeiro flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Cancún-Rio de Janeiro flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Rio de Janeiro from Cancún with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 36 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro (average of $229). Flying from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $795). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro?

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Rio de Janeiro. Reviews last updated January 29, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Copa Airlines and Avianca from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,560 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,560 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,560 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,490 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,560 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro?

    If you book a flight to Rio de Janeiro from Cancún, you will be flying from Cancun, which is the city’s only airport. Cancun (CUN) is located 8.9 mi from the center of Cancún. There are 0 flights from Cancun to Rio de Janeiro per day from 0 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro?

    For as low as $755, Copa Airlines can have you in Rio de Janeiro from Cancún in 11h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 4218 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cancún to Rio de Janeiro flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro (average of $229). Flying from Cancún to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $795). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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