C$567 Cheap Flights from Tijuana (TIJ) to Rio de Janeiro (RIOA)

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Flight deals from Tijuana to Rio de Janeiro

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Tijuana Airport to Rio de Janeiro? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$1,189. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Tijuana to Rio de Janeiro flights are currently cheapest in August.

Alternative Tijuana to Rio de Janeiro routes

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

Tijuana to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$567
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Tijuana 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 Tijuana to Rio de Janeiro is C$929. 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 Tijuana to Rio de Janeiro. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$929.
As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Tijuana to Rio de Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from Tijuana to Rio de Janeiro is usually August.
If you're flying from Tijuana Airport, 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 C$929.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Tijuana Airport to Rio de Janeiro on Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Tijuana Airport 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 June, the average temperature is usually around 21°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.
Currently, Volaris offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rio de Janeiro.

Flying from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3. The city is 4 hours ahead of Tijuana, where Tijuana Airport is located.

  • Leave enough time to get on your flight from TIJ to Rio De Janeiro. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • You can travel to Brazil for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Mexico. But before reserving your flight tickets from Tijuana Airport to Rio De Janeiro, double-check for the newest rules and regulations. Visa rules can change, and you may need some travel documents if your trip is for business or other reasons.

  • Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Tijuana, TIJ can be reached in approximately 23 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 3 hours and 42 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Tijuana Airport to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to TIJ:

How to find the cheapest flights from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Rio De Janeiro

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Tijuana Airport to Rio De Janeiro is C$567. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$929. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from TIJ to Rio De Janeiro, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when looking for a ticket from Tijuana Airport to Rio De Janeiro.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from TIJ to Rio De Janeiro. You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price.

  • Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Tijuana Airport to Rio De Janeiro, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Airports in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 3 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from Tijuana Airport to Rio De Janeiro, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near GIG:

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is about 2 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. Following your flight from Tijuana Airport to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you around 3 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • You can also travel by public transport, which typically takes 16 minutes.

  • There are some great places to drop your things at near SDU. Settle in and get cozy after your flight from TIJ to Rio De Janeiro at any of these perfectly located options:

Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Tijuana Airport to Rio De Janeiro. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Rio De Janeiro in May when things are quieter.

  • The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Tijuana Airport to Rio De Janeiro in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • July has average temperatures of between 17ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap flights from TIJ to Rio De Janeiro around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Rio De Janeiro

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