What's the cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

Brokepackr's data shows March-May and August-October offer the best fares to Rio. Avoid December-February (summer peak) and Carnaval week when prices double and hostels sell out months ahead.

How much does 30 days in Rio de Janeiro cost?

Brokepackr's Cost Index estimates $1,600-2,100 USD for 30 days in Rio. Copa hostels are pricier than elsewhere in South America. Beach culture adds costs — budget for caipirinhas and acai bowls.

Is Rio safe for backpackers?

Yes, with awareness. Brokepackr recommends staying in Copa/Ipanema, avoiding favelas, and using Uber after dark. Don't flash valuables on the beach. Most backpackers have zero issues — just be smart.

Brokepackr · Flights · Rio de Janeiro · from Cancun

Cheap Flights to Rio de Janeiro
from Cancun

Median: MX$‍11,021 round-tripBest month: MayLatin America

At a glance

Cancun → Rio de Janeiro

Round-trip: MX$‍11,021

Daily budget: MX$‍975

Best month: May (44% off peak)

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Seasonality

When to fly to Rio de Janeiro from Cancun

Average round-trip prices by month from Cancun (CUN)

$741

Jan

$677

Feb

$612

Mar

$548

Apr

$528

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May

$677

Jun

$709

Jul

$632

Aug

$528

Sep

$548

Oct

$593

Nov

$761

Dec

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Moderate

Expensive

Daily Budget

30-day Rio de Janeiro budget

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Hostels dorm (avg)MX$‍462/day

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Local transportMX$‍154/day

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FoodMX$‍274/day

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DrinksMX$‍34/day

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ActivitiesMX$‍51/day

Total · 30 daysMX$‍‌29,241

Based on 57,431 hostel prices and user-reported costs. Cheapest 5% excluded.

Budget Tiers · Per Day

brokepackrMX$‍684/day

Dorms, cooking, free activities

backpackrMX$‍1,265/day

Private rooms, eating out daily

flashpackrMX$‍2,343+/day

Boutique hostels, taxis, nightlife

Brokepackr tip

Flying from Cancun: Median round-trip is MX$‍11,021. Book in May to save 44%.

Getting There

Best airports to fly into

GIG

Galeao International

Rio de Janeiro · Main international airport — long-haul flights

✈️Brokepackr pick: Fly into GIG (Galeao International) for the widest international connections to Rio de Janeiro.

Entry Requirements

Flight + visa requirements

Passport	Status	Duration	eVisa / Notes
PT	visa_free	90 days	No
US	visa_free	90 days	No
CA	visa_free	90 days	No
AL	visa_free	90 days	No
GT	visa_free	90 days	No
HK	visa_free	90 days	No
TR	visa_free	90 days	No
TW	visa_required	None days	No
EC	visa_free	90 days	No
ID	visa_free	30 days	No

Common Questions

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