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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Medellin to Rio de Janeiro? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Rio de Janeiro.RM1,636 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Apr, returning Fri, 24 Apr.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Thu, 2 Apr, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,636, select.
Rio de Janeiro.RM1,636 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 May, returning Thu, 14 May.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, 14 May, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,636, select.
Rio de Janeiro.RM1,636 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Apr, returning Wed, 6 May.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,636, select.
Rio de Janeiro.RM1,661 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Mar, returning Tue, 31 Mar.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Sun, 22 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,661, select.
Rio de Janeiro.RM1,684 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Mar, returning Sat, 16 May.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Sat, 7 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sat, 16 May, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,684, select.
Rio de Janeiro.RM1,700 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Jul, returning Mon, 6 Jul.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Fri, 3 Jul, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,700, select.
Rio de Janeiro.RM1,727 per passenger.Departing Tue, 31 Mar, returning Mon, 6 Apr.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 6 Apr, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,727, select.
Rio de Janeiro.RM1,782 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Feb, returning Wed, 4 Mar.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,782, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Medellin to Rio de Janeiro

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Medellin to Rio de Janeiro flights are currently cheapest in April.
Feb
from RM2,486
Mar
from RM1,661
Apr
from RM1,636
May
from RM1,636
Jun
from RM2,115
Jul
from RM1,700
Aug
from RM2,322
Sep
from RM2,612
Oct
from RM2,612
Nov
from RM2,612
Dec
from RM2,035
Jan
from RM2,635

Alternative Medellin to Rio de Janeiro routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Medellin to Rio de Janeiro? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

3km from central Rio de Janeiro
Closest
from RM2,305
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Rio de Janeiro Internacional

12km from central Rio de Janeiro
Cheapest
from RM1,636
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Jacarepaguá

21km from central Rio de Janeiro
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Medellin to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM1,636
Cheapest month to flyApril

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Finding cheap flights from Medellin to Rio de Janeiro: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont, Rio de Janeiro Internacional and Jacarepaguá.
The best price we found for a return flight from Medellin to Rio de Janeiro is RM1,636. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Medellin to Rio de Janeiro. But we found flights with one or more stops from RM1,636.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Medellin to Rio de Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from Medellin to Rio de Janeiro is usually April.
If you're flying from Medellin, the cheapest airport near Rio de Janeiro is Rio de Janeiro Internacional – which is 12.2 km away from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. We've found flights into this airport from RM1,636.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Medellin to Rio de Janeiro on Thursday, 2 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Medellin and Rio de Janeiro. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rio de Janeiro but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rio de Janeiro is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 26°C. February is typically the warmest month in Rio de Janeiro, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 17°C. The rainiest month is January.
The cheapest airline that flies to Rio de Janeiro is GOL Linhas Aéreas .

Travelling from Medellin to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know

  • Medellin's main base, Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Medellin to Rio De Janeiro.

  • Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is the primary point of entry to Rio De Janeiro.

  • Rio De Janeiro is two hours ahead of Medellin and is in the UTC-3 timezone.

  • Allow plenty of time to make your Medellin to Rio De Janeiro flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Rio De Janeiro

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap Medellin to Rio De Janeiro flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Medellin to Rio De Janeiro across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Medellin to Rio De Janeiro.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Medellin to Rio De Janeiro flights.

Flying from Medellin

Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for Medellin to Rio De Janeiro flights leaving from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:

    • El Dorado International Airport (BOG)

    • Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

    • Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)

  • Central Medellin to MDE is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Want a convenient hotel near Jose Maria Cordova International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Medellin to Rio De Janeiro, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

  • 69.76% of flights departing from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport make it to their destination on time.

Arriving in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • The distance from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 13 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Getting there on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Medellin to Rio De Janeiro. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida to explore Rio De Janeiro and beyond.

  • Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • The centre of Rio De Janeiro is around 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). As soon as your flight from Medellin to Rio De Janeiro has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 5 minutes.

  • You can expect the journey to take approximately 15 minutes on public transport.

  • The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and set off in the blink of an eye.

  • Score the best price by booking your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.

Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)

  • Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is roughly 23 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. It'll take you about 40 minutes to reach the city centre by ride-share or cab after your flight from Medellin to Rio De Janeiro.

  • Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • No squeezing into small cabs, no hauling bags on public transport — with a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car, you're in the driver's seat (literally). Browse the range of cars available here at Localiza.

  • If you prefer a specific make or model, booking early gives you a better shot at getting your first choice. Book your ride from RRJ a few weeks ahead of your flight from Medellin to Rio De Janeiro.

Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro

  • It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Medellin to Rio De Janeiro. July is the most popular month for a trip to Rio De Janeiro. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in May.

  • Book a Medellin to Rio De Janeiro ticket departing in February if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Rio De Janeiro to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Search for cheap flights from Medellin to Rio De Janeiro in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.

More about Rio De Janeiro

  • Start your Rio De Janeiro trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Medellin to Rio De Janeiro, explore our selection of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Rio De Janeiro itinerary.

Explore more of Brazil

  • You've done Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to explore more of Brazil. Journey around 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to check off its top attractions. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another favourite stop in Brazil. Experience major highlights starting with Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.

Plan the rest of your trip from Medellin to Rio de Janeiro

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