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September 6 - September 11

Cheapest

Best

MVD - Rio de Janeiro

$303

$149

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August 25 - August 29

MVD - Rio de Janeiro

$291

$154

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July 19 - July 29

MVD - Rio de Janeiro

$290

$201

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July 7 - July 29

Earliest

MVD - Rio de Janeiro

$281

$201

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July 28 - July 31

MVD - Rio de Janeiro

$306

$201

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August 4 - August 14

MVD - Rio de Janeiro

$254

$201

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August 4 - August 11

MVD - Rio de Janeiro

$277

$201

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July 10 - July 31

MVD - Rio de Janeiro

$283

$202

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July 8 - July 16

Best

MVD - Rio de Janeiro

$305

$202

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August 8 - August 9

MVD - Rio de Janeiro

$298

$202

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Insights for flights from Montevideo to Rio de Janeiro

A typical journey from Montevideo to Rio de Janeiro takes about 17h 40m, including connections. This duration reflects that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stopover, making it a longer travel experience than a direct flight would be. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 2 stopovers for connecting flights, planning for a full day of travel is advisable.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Montevideo to Rio de Janeiro, fares typically range from $305–$694, with a median of $475. Right now, fares are below the typical level, which could present a favorable booking opportunity. However, only 6% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Montevideo to Rio de Janeiro? The data indicates that the most affordable months to travel are February, with a median fare of $169, followed closely by November at $170, and December at $175. These months offer significantly lower median prices compared to the overall typical fare for the route.

The route from Montevideo to Rio de Janeiro covers a distance of 1824 kilometers. This classifies it as a medium-haul journey, meaning it's too far for a short hop but not a long-distance international flight. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find flights.

How much is a round trip from Montevideo to Rio de Janeiro

Regular price: $268 - $521

Prices for flights from Montevideo to Rio de Janeiro are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $268 and $521. The current lowest deal is $149 with B&H Airlines, for travel from Sep 6 to Sep 11.

now $149

Low $268

High $521

The cheapest time to fly from Montevideo to Rio de Janeiro

The cheapest month to fly from MVD to RIO is February, with a median price of $169. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of $763. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $169

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $763

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Direct flights from Montevideo to Rio de Janeiro

B&H Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Montevideo to Rio de Janeiro

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - Rio de Janeiro

Montevideo (MVD) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

LATAM Chile

$530

$232

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - Rio de Janeiro

Montevideo (MVD) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

LATAM Chile

$532

$243

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - Rio de Janeiro

Montevideo (MVD) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

LATAM Chile

$504

$247

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - Rio de Janeiro

Montevideo (MVD) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

LATAM Chile

$481

$255

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - Rio de Janeiro

Montevideo (MVD) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

LATAM Chile

$493

$299

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - Rio de Janeiro

Montevideo (MVD) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

City Connexion Airlines

$393

$228

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Montevideo to Rio de Janeiro

3 nights

Jun 20 - Jun 23

$530 → $232

56%

3 nights

Jun 21 - Jun 24

$530 → $241

55%

1 night

Jun 20 - Jun 21

$532 → $243

54%

4 nights

Jun 22 - Jun 26

$527 → $249

53%

Popular Airports to fly from Montevideo to Rio de Janeiro

Montevideo - Rio de Janeiro route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Montevideo to Rio de Janeiro are below the typical level at $149.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Montevideo to Rio de Janeiro, with a median price of $169.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 17h 40m

The median flight duration from Montevideo to Rio de Janeiro is 17 hours and 40 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 18% of recent deals are for direct flights, with connecting flights being more common.

🏆 Airline highlight

B&H Airlines offers direct flights

B&H Airlines has offered direct flights from Montevideo to Rio de Janeiro in recent deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route

On average, more than one deal per day has been found for this route in the last 30 days.

Montevideo main airports to depart from

Carrasco International (MVD)

Cheapest

Carrasco International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Montevideo to Rio de Janeiro.

📍 ~15 km from Montevideo city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$149

Rio de Janeiro main airports to arrive at

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International (GIG)

Cheapest

Galeão International Airport is a good option for flights from Montevideo to Rio de Janeiro.

📍 ~15 km from Rio de Janeiro city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$149

Jacarepaguá Airport (RRJ)

Jacarepaguá Airport serves Rio de Janeiro, offering another arrival point for your trip.

📍 ~20 km from Rio de Janeiro city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$467

Santos Dumont (SDU)

Santos Dumont Airport is an arrival choice for flights from Montevideo to Rio de Janeiro.

📍 ~2 km from Rio de Janeiro city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$258

Airports nearby Rio de Janeiro used as alternative

São Paulo–Guarulhos International (GRU)

This airport is a primary international gateway for Brazil, offering an extensive route network and high flight frequency.

📍 ~340 km from destination city (requires separate flight or 5-6 hour drive)

💸 Flights from ~$262

São Paulo–Congonhas (CGH)

This major domestic hub in São Paulo provides high-frequency connections to all major Brazilian cities.

📍 ~360 km from destination city

💸 Flights from ~$258

Tancredo Neves International (CNF)

This major hub for Minas Gerais offers significant domestic and some international connectivity with less congestion.

📍 ~360 km from destination city

💸 Flights from ~$283

Viracopos International (VCP)

Cheapest

This airport is a main hub for Azul Brazilian Airlines, providing unique regional connections and modern infrastructure.

📍 ~410 km from destination city

💸 Flights from ~$251

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

41% AI deal score

$11,122

From MVD

Elite

Jun 27

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

41% AI deal score

$17,120

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Rio de Janeiro

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Montevideo to Rio de Janeiro is within 0-6 days of departure, with an average price of $359. Booking 7-13 days out typically sees an average price of $429. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made further in advance, such as 28-59 days prior, where the average price is $536, and for bookings 60+ days out, averaging $609.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Montevideo to Rio de Janeiro is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $305. The median price for this route has been $475. Prices can go up to $694 or more for the higher end of tickets. Travelers should aim for prices around or below the good deal threshold to secure a favorable fare.

Historically, February has been the cheapest month to fly from Montevideo to Rio de Janeiro, with a median price of $169. November is also a good option, showing a median price of $170. December follows closely with a median price of $175, making these months generally more affordable than the annual median price of $475.

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