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$161+ Cheap flights from Mendoza (MDZ) 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 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MDZ — RIO
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Fri 2/27
Fri 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 28, 2026.

This JetSMART 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 JetSMART is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/29:12 pm
MDZ
-
GIG
1 stop9h 58m
JetSMART
Sun 5/107:00 pm
GIG
-
MDZ
2 stops12h 09m
JetSMART
Deal found 1/26$355
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.
Sun 3/2210:55 am
MDZ
-
GIG
1 stop6h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/305:20 am
GIG
-
MDZ
2 stops11h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$356
This JetSMART 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 JetSMART is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/19:47 pm
MDZ
-
GIG
1 stop9h 23m
JetSMART
Fri 6/191:15 pm
GIG
-
MDZ
Nonstop4h 30m
JetSMART
Deal found 1/28$357
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/149:30 am
MDZ
-
GIG
1 stop13h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/256:00 pm
GIG
-
MDZ
3 stops27h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$363
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/137:25 pm
MDZ
-
GIG
1 stop13h 30m
Aerolineas Argentinas
Fri 10/161:05 am
GIG
-
MDZ
1 stop7h 00m
Aerolineas Argentinas
Deal found 1/26$366
This JetSMART 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 JetSMART is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/2910:34 pm
MDZ
-
GIG
1 stop8h 36m
JetSMART
Fri 6/51:15 pm
GIG
-
MDZ
Nonstop4h 30m
JetSMART
Deal found 1/27$378
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/72:55 pm
MDZ
-
GIG
2 stops16h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/168:55 am
GIG
-
MDZ
1 stop8h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$379
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/307:08 pm
MDZ
-
GIG
1 stop13h 17m
JetSMART
Sat 4/119:25 am
GIG
-
MDZ
1 stop8h 36m
JetSMART
Deal found 1/26$387
This JetSMART 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 JetSMART is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/1410:38 pm
MDZ
-
GIG
1 stop10h 47m
JetSMART
Tue 4/288:05 am
GIG
-
MDZ
1 stop23h 29m
JetSMART
Deal found 1/26$389
This JetSMART 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 JetSMART is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/3011:46 pm
MDZ
-
GIG
2 stops11h 24m
JetSMART
Fri 5/811:55 am
GIG
-
MDZ
1 stop25h 44m
JetSMART
Deal found 1/26$390
This JetSMART 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 JetSMART is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/58:37 am
MDZ
-
GIG
Nonstop3h 38m
JetSMART
Fri 6/1211:55 am
GIG
-
MDZ
1 stop21h 24m
JetSMART
Deal found 1/27$391

Find flight deals from Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Mendoza (MDZ) 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 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$355
(JetSMART)

One-way from

$161
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$550

Good round-trip deal

$446 or less

Good one-way deal

$384 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($60 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Mendoza 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 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro that are best for you.

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Mendoza

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Rio de Janeiro

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Price

MendozaRio de Janeiro

MDZ - GIG

MDZGIG

Mendoza El Plumerillo

Sat 5/2

9:12 pm-7:10 am

1 stop9h 58m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 5/10

7:00 pm-7:09 am

2 stops12h 09m

$355

MendozaRio de Janeiro

MDZ - GIG

MDZGIG

Mendoza El Plumerillo

Sat 5/2

9:12 pm-11:10 am

2 stops13h 58m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 5/8

11:55 am-9:49 pm

1 stop9h 54m

$355

MendozaRio de Janeiro

MDZ - GIG

MDZGIG

Mendoza El Plumerillo

Fri 5/1

10:34 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop20h 16m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 5/8

7:10 pm-1:39 pm

2 stops18h 29m

$355

MendozaRio de Janeiro

MDZ - GIG

MDZGIG

Mendoza El Plumerillo

Mon 6/1

9:47 pm-7:10 am

1 stop9h 23m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 6/19

1:15 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

$357

MendozaRio de Janeiro

MDZ - GIG

MDZGIG

Mendoza El Plumerillo

Tue 4/14

10:38 pm-9:25 am

1 stop10h 47m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 4/28

8:05 am-7:34 am

1 stop23h 29m

$389

MendozaRio de Janeiro

MDZ - GIG

MDZGIG

Mendoza El Plumerillo

Thu 4/30

11:46 pm-11:10 am

2 stops11h 24m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 5/9

8:05 am-8:27 pm

1 stop12h 22m

$390

MendozaRio de Janeiro

MDZ - GIG

MDZGIG

Mendoza El Plumerillo

Fri 4/3

8:45 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 4/11

9:25 am-6:01 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$392

MendozaRio de Janeiro

MDZ - GIG

MDZGIG

Mendoza El Plumerillo

Thu 4/30

11:46 pm-11:10 am

2 stops11h 24m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 5/10

8:05 am-7:09 am

1 stop23h 04m

$395

MendozaRio de Janeiro

MDZ - GIG

MDZGIG

Mendoza El Plumerillo

Thu 4/30

11:46 pm-11:10 am

2 stops11h 24m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 5/7

8:05 pm-2:47 pm

1 stop18h 42m

$402

MendozaRio de Janeiro

MDZ - GIG

MDZGIG

Mendoza El Plumerillo

Fri 6/5

10:33 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop20h 17m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 6/12

8:05 am-12:08 pm

1 stop28h 03m

$403

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Mendoza-Rio de Janeiro flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Mendoza-Rio de Janeiro flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Mendoza-Rio de Janeiro flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Mendoza-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 Mendoza-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 Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Rio de Janeiro from Mendoza with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 3 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 Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro (average of $205). Flying from Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro in November is currently the most expensive (average of $392). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MDZ to RIO?

Find hourly flight availability from Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 28, 2026.

When flying from Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How often are flights from Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between Mendoza and Rio de Janeiro have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 150 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Over the last year, JetSMART have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.

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 28, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Aerolineas Argentinas, GOL, and JetSMART from Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.0
Very good
1,004 reviews

Food

6.5

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

5.8

Comfort

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 6
8.0
Excellent

adam,Jan 2026

USH - EZE

Gate change was not announced. Groupings for boarding a little disorganized. Otherwise all good.
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.0
Very good
1,004 reviews
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.0
Very good
1,004 reviews

Food

6.5

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

5.8

Comfort

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 6
8.0
Excellent

adam,Jan 2026

USH - EZE

Gate change was not announced. Groupings for boarding a little disorganized. Otherwise all good.
GOL
7.3
Good
1,159 reviews
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.0
Very good
1,004 reviews

Food

6.5

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

5.8

Comfort

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 6
8.0
Excellent

adam,Jan 2026

USH - EZE

Gate change was not announced. Groupings for boarding a little disorganized. Otherwise all good.
JetSMART
6.7
Okay
262 reviews
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.0
Very good
1,004 reviews

Food

6.5

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

5.8

Comfort

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 6
8.0
Excellent

adam,Jan 2026

USH - EZE

Gate change was not announced. Groupings for boarding a little disorganized. Otherwise all good.
Flybondi
5.9
Fair
214 reviews
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.0
Very good
1,004 reviews

Food

6.5

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

5.8

Comfort

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 6
8.0
Excellent

adam,Jan 2026

USH - EZE

Gate change was not announced. Groupings for boarding a little disorganized. Otherwise all good.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Mendoza 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 Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro?

    Mendoza El Plumerillo (MDZ) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro. You should not have trouble finding flights to Rio de Janeiro from El Plumerillo; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Rio de Janeiro per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights from the Mendoza airport to Rio de Janeiro. It is only a 5.1 mi journey to El Plumerillo (MDZ) from Mendoza’s city center.

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

    Airlines like JetSMART fly from Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro in about 9h 58m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between Mendoza and Rio de Janeiro is about 1702 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro round-trip?

    Currently priced at $258, JetSMART will fly you from Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro and back. In addition to JetSMART, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Aerolineas Argentinas for as low as $358. You may be able to fly from Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro for 43% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro on time: JetSMART (91%), KLM (75%), GOL (75%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro?

    The cheapest flight price from Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro is $217. On average you can expect to pay $474. The most popular route, (Mendoza El Plumerillo - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl), can usually be booked for $566.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Mendoza 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 Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Mendoza 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 Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro (average of $205). Flying from Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro in November is currently the most expensive (average of $392). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetSMARTCheapest$258Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Aerolineas ArgentinasCheapest$358Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time59%

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