Cheap Flights from Medellin to Rio De Janeiro Starting at $266

Medellín is served primarily by José María Córdova International Airport (MDE), the region’s main international gateway located about 35 km east of the city in Rionegro. MDE typically handles most international and full-service carriers as well as some regional operators; fares from here can be mid-range to premium depending on season and routing. Ground transfers include taxi or app-based rides (roughly 35–60 minutes, fares varying with traffic), airport shuttles and shared vans, and private transfers; public buses can take around an hour for a lower cost. Pros: modern international facilities and more long-haul options; cons: distance to Medellín and potential traffic delays. Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) sits much closer to downtown Medellín, often functioning as the city’s domestic and regional airport for short-haul flights and turboprops. It typically hosts domestic carriers and regional connections, and can be perceived as a budget-friendly option for internal routes. The airport is about 5–10 minutes from the city center by car, with taxis and short metro or bus connections available at modest fares. Pros: proximity and quick transfers for domestic travel; cons: limited international service and smaller terminal amenities compared with the main airport.

Galeão–Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) serves as Rio de Janeiro’s main international gateway and a major South American hub, handling most long-haul and full-service carrier traffic. You’ll find national carriers alongside international airlines and some regional connections; fares can be mid-to-premium compared with low-cost alternatives. The airport sits about 20–25 km north of downtown Zona Sul; travel times are typically 30–60 minutes by taxi or rideshare depending on traffic, with fares usually ranging from moderate to higher-end for private trips. There’s also an airport bus service and suburban rail link options that can be slower but more economical. Pros: comprehensive facilities and many international connections. Cons: traffic-sensitive transfers and occasional crowding at peak times. Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is Rio’s convenient, centrally located airport that usually handles mainly domestic and short regional flights, favored by business travelers and carriers offering frequent city links. It’s just 2–4 km from the city center and typically reachable in under 20 minutes by taxi, rideshare, or tram, often at relatively low cost compared with longer transfers. The airport’s proximity makes it a fast option for quick hops, though it can be limited in capacity and subject to weather-related operational constraints. Pros: exceptional convenience and short transfer times. Cons: fewer international routes and potential limits on low-cost carrier choices. Jacarepaguá/Roberto Marinho (SBA - Jacarepaguá) and smaller general aviation fields around Rio can serve private, charter and some regional operations, typically oriented toward leisure and business charters rather than scheduled international service. These airfields are located in Greater Rio neighborhoods and can be very close to suburban destinations, offering quick transfers by car or taxi that are usually shorter and potentially cheaper than trips to the major airports. Pros: privacy, flexibility and less crowding. Cons: limited scheduled services, fewer passenger amenities and variable ground-transport options compared with main airports.

The Medellin — Rio De Janeiro route is served by a wide range of airlines: 5 in total, including LAN COLOMBIA AIRLINES, Avianca, LATAM Chile, B&H Airlines, and Jet Ops. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $266. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.

The minimum one-way ticket price from Medellin to Rio De Janeiro is $283 (November 2025), while the maximum is $415 (February 2026). On average, a ticket costs $349–$415.