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Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO) from $321

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SFO — RIO
May 21 — May 281
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The best prices from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro are usually found in August or September, booked 13 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 16, 2024.

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December

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August

Round-trip from

$713

One-way from

$439
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?

Monday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 16%.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 14 days in advance to save up to 141% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 14 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $317, or $778 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?

The best pricing can be found in the month of August. Prices to Rio de Janeiro from San Francisco average $1,020. You can even find prices in August for less than $1,020, as users have found deals to Rio de Janeiro from as low as $492. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Rio de Janeiro from San Francisco. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 46%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro (SFO - RIO)?

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 26% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Avianca flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Avianca for the route between San Francisco and Rio de Janeiro. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Consider these cheap Avianca flights we've found departing from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Mon 8/1211:55 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops26h 20mAvianca
Mon 8/191:30 amGIG - SFO
2 stops26h 15mAvianca
Deal found 5/16$733
Tue 8/62:25 amSFO - GIG
2 stops23h 50mAvianca
Wed 8/211:30 amGIG - SFO
2 stops25h 05mAvianca
Deal found 5/15$738
Mon 10/282:05 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops36h 15mAvianca
Thu 11/77:25 amGIG - SFO
2 stops20h 20mAvianca
Deal found 5/15$755
Sat 8/32:25 amSFO - GIG
2 stops23h 50mAvianca
Wed 8/211:30 amGIG - SFO
2 stops26h 15mAvianca
Deal found 5/14$758
Tue 8/62:25 amSFO - GIG
2 stops23h 50mAvianca
Thu 8/227:20 amGIG - SFO
2 stops19h 15mAvianca
Deal found 5/15$763
Sat 8/32:25 amSFO - GIG
2 stops23h 50mAvianca
Thu 8/227:20 amGIG - SFO
2 stops19h 15mAvianca
Deal found 5/14$783
Tue 6/411:55 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops20h 30mAvianca
Sun 6/97:20 amGIG - SFO
3 stops33h 25mAvianca
Deal found 5/14$911
Thu 8/2911:55 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops20h 30mAvianca
Thu 9/57:20 amGIG - SFO
2 stops19h 15mAvianca
Deal found 5/15$925
Thu 8/222:10 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops30h 15mAvianca
Tue 9/37:20 amGIG - SFO
2 stops19h 15mAvianca
Deal found 5/15$930

Cheap Copa Airlines flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Copa Airlines for the route between San Francisco and Rio de Janeiro. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Copa Airlines flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Wed 8/78:03 pmSFO - GIG
1 stop24h 12mCopa Airlines
Thu 8/2210:40 amGIG - SFO
1 stop17h 00mCopa Airlines
Deal found 5/16$746
Sun 8/48:03 pmSFO - GIG
1 stop24h 12mCopa Airlines
Wed 8/211:32 amGIG - SFO
1 stop20h 37mCopa Airlines
Deal found 5/14$779
Thu 8/228:03 pmSFO - GIG
1 stop24h 12mCopa Airlines
Mon 9/21:30 amGIG - SFO
1 stop20h 49mCopa Airlines
Deal found 5/15$812
Sat 8/31:38 amSFO - GIG
1 stop18h 37mCopa Airlines
Wed 8/211:32 amGIG - SFO
1 stop20h 37mCopa Airlines
Deal found 5/14$816
Tue 6/47:56 pmSFO - GIG
1 stop24h 18mCopa Airlines
Tue 6/111:24 amGIG - SFO
1 stop26h 16mCopa Airlines
Deal found 5/15$846
Thu 8/298:03 pmSFO - GIG
1 stop24h 12mCopa Airlines
Wed 9/41:30 amGIG - SFO
1 stop20h 49mCopa Airlines
Deal found 5/15$849
Mon 10/211:38 amSFO - GIG
1 stop26h 17mCopa Airlines
Wed 10/231:30 amGIG - SFO
1 stop20h 49mCopa Airlines
Deal found 5/15$860
Thu 10/101:38 amSFO - GIG
1 stop26h 17mCopa Airlines
Wed 10/231:30 amGIG - SFO
1 stop26h 10mCopa Airlines
Deal found 5/16$871
Tue 6/117:56 pmSFO - GIG
1 stop24h 18mCopa Airlines
Mon 6/245:00 amGIG - SFO
1 stop22h 40mCopa Airlines
Deal found 5/15$879

Cheap San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Prices were last updated on May 16, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro in May and June 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Tue 6/47:56 pmSFO - GIG
1 stop24h 18mCopa Airlines
Tue 6/111:24 amGIG - SFO
1 stop26h 16mCopa Airlines
Deal found 5/15$846
Sat 6/81:47 amSFO - GIG
1 stop21h 48mCopa Airlines
Sat 6/151:24 amGIG - SFO
1 stop26h 16mCopa Airlines
Deal found 5/15$879
Wed 6/51:47 amSFO - GIG
1 stop21h 48mCopa Airlines
Wed 6/1910:35 amGIG - SFO
1 stop17h 05mCopa Airlines
Deal found 5/14$894
Wed 5/298:15 amSFO - SDU
2 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/57:50 amSDU - SFO
2 stops31h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$898
Tue 6/411:55 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops20h 30mAvianca
Sun 6/97:20 amGIG - SFO
3 stops33h 25mAvianca
Deal found 5/14$911
Wed 6/51:47 amSFO - GIG
1 stop21h 48mCopa Airlines
Tue 6/251:24 amGIG - SFO
1 stop26h 16mCopa Airlines
Deal found 5/16$912
Sat 6/81:47 amSFO - GIG
1 stop21h 48mCopa Airlines
Sat 6/1510:35 amGIG - SFO
1 stop17h 05mCopa Airlines
Deal found 5/16$916
Tue 6/48:15 amSFO - GIG
2 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/122:35 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops33h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$920
Tue 6/116:30 amSFO - GIG
2 stops28h 40mAir Canada
Tue 6/181:40 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops24h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 5/15$929

San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and Rio de Janeiro in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro in May and June 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Mon 8/1211:55 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops26h 20mAvianca
Mon 8/191:30 amGIG - SFO
2 stops26h 15mAvianca
Deal found 5/16$733
Tue 8/62:25 amSFO - GIG
2 stops23h 50mAvianca
Wed 8/211:30 amGIG - SFO
2 stops25h 05mAvianca
Deal found 5/15$738
Wed 8/78:03 pmSFO - GIG
1 stop24h 12mCopa Airlines
Wed 8/211:32 amGIG - SFO
1 stop20h 37mCopa Airlines
Deal found 5/16$746
Mon 10/282:05 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops36h 15mAvianca
Thu 11/77:25 amGIG - SFO
2 stops20h 20mAvianca
Deal found 5/15$755
Sat 8/32:25 amSFO - GIG
2 stops23h 50mAvianca
Wed 8/211:30 amGIG - SFO
2 stops26h 15mAvianca
Deal found 5/14$758
Tue 8/62:25 amSFO - GIG
2 stops23h 50mAvianca
Thu 8/227:20 amGIG - SFO
2 stops19h 15mAvianca
Deal found 5/15$763
Sun 8/48:03 pmSFO - GIG
1 stop24h 12mCopa Airlines
Wed 8/211:32 amGIG - SFO
1 stop20h 37mCopa Airlines
Deal found 5/14$779
Sat 8/32:25 amSFO - GIG
2 stops23h 50mAvianca
Thu 8/227:20 amGIG - SFO
2 stops19h 15mAvianca
Deal found 5/14$783
Thu 8/228:03 pmSFO - GIG
1 stop24h 12mCopa Airlines
Mon 9/21:30 amGIG - SFO
1 stop20h 49mCopa Airlines
Deal found 5/15$812

San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro departing last-minute. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.
Tue 5/212:10 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops30h 15mAvianca
Sun 5/261:30 amGIG - SFO
2 stops25h 05mAvianca
Deal found 5/14$1,577
Wed 5/222:10 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops36h 05mAvianca
Mon 5/277:20 amGIG - SFO
2 stops19h 15mAvianca
Deal found 5/14$1,669
Tue 5/211:27 amSFO - GIG
1 stop18h 47mCopa Airlines
Mon 5/2710:33 amGIG - SFO
1 stop35h 57mCopa Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,872
Wed 5/225:55 pmSFO - GIG
3 stops22h 20mLATAM Airlines
Mon 5/277:05 amGIG - SFO
2 stops19h 37mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,968
Tue 5/218:00 amSFO - GIG
1 stop18h 00mGOL
Mon 5/279:20 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops42h 47mGOL
Deal found 5/14$2,070
Tue 5/213:35 pmSFO - SDU
2 stops26h 50mAzul
Mon 5/279:25 pmSDU - SFO
2 stops18h 24mAzul
Deal found 5/14$2,217
Wed 5/227:56 pmSFO - GIG
1 stop24h 18mCopa Airlines
Mon 5/2710:33 amGIG - SFO
1 stop35h 57mCopa Airlines
Deal found 5/14$2,247
Wed 5/221:07 pmSFO - GIG
1 stop36h 53mGOL
Mon 5/279:20 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops42h 47mGOL
Deal found 5/14$2,258
Tue 5/211:27 amSFO - GIG
1 stop18h 47mCopa Airlines
Sun 5/261:24 amGIG - SFO
1 stop26h 16mCopa Airlines
Deal found 5/14$2,269

One-way flights to Rio de Janeiro from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Users in need of a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Tue 6/112:42 pmSFO - GIG
3 stops44h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$321
Tue 6/112:42 pmSFO - SDU
3 stops37h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$325
Tue 9/242:10 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops30h 15mAvianca
Deal found 5/14$357
Mon 9/231:38 amSFO - GIG
1 stop18h 45mCopa Airlines
Deal found 5/14$364
Mon 10/282:05 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops36h 15mAvianca
Deal found 5/15$380
Mon 9/1611:55 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops26h 20mAvianca
Deal found 5/14$382
Mon 9/231:38 amSFO - SDU
2 stops26h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$415
Sun 9/151:38 amSFO - GIG
1 stop26h 17mCopa Airlines
Deal found 5/14$434
Tue 9/248:03 amSFO - SDU
2 stops26h 17mGOL
Deal found 5/14$439

Find flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.

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Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$733 - $1,196

Route

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Return

Price

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Mon 8/12

2 stops26h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 8/19

2 stops26h 15m

$733

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Wed 8/7

1 stop24h 12m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 8/22

1 stop17h 00m

$746

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Mon 9/30

2 stops26h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 10/7

3 stops35h 25m

$832

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Fri 11/1

2 stops33h 25m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 11/10

2 stops42h 09m

$887

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Mon 10/28

2 stops20h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 11/7

3 stops32h 11m

$1,028

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Mon 8/5

2 stops20h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 8/12

2 stops19h 35m

$1,030

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Mon 8/26

1 stop27h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 9/4

1 stop16h 34m

$1,042

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Tue 10/1

2 stops20h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 12/31

1 stop19h 35m

$1,078

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Mon 8/19

2 stops26h 17m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 8/22

2 stops35h 45m

$1,196

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When is the best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on May 10, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro, you should look to book at least 13 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Noon
Afternoon
Evening
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro is currently $380 while a round-trip flight costs $952. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro (average of $673). Flying from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,050). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$1,002

February

$915

March

$841

April

$832

May

$830

June

$944

July

$969

August

$715

September

$673

October

$791

November

$894

December

$1,050

Temperature and rainfall in Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

RIO

Temperature

69.8 - 82.4 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Rio de Janeiro. Reviews last updated May 16, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro, see what other customers have to say about Avianca, Copa Airlines and LATAM Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Azul
8.1
Very good
956 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Passagem cara. Mala quebrada de porão. Me negaram repetir uma simples lata de cerveja num voo de mais de 8 horas. Poltronas pouco reclinam. O negócio é colocar gente para dentro fechar a porta e faturar

Azul
8.1
Very good
956 reviews
Azul
8.1
Very good
956 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Passagem cara. Mala quebrada de porão. Me negaram repetir uma simples lata de cerveja num voo de mais de 8 horas. Poltronas pouco reclinam. O negócio é colocar gente para dentro fechar a porta e faturar

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews
Azul
8.1
Very good
956 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Passagem cara. Mala quebrada de porão. Me negaram repetir uma simples lata de cerveja num voo de mais de 8 horas. Poltronas pouco reclinam. O negócio é colocar gente para dentro fechar a porta e faturar

Copa Airlines
8.0
Very good
2,707 reviews
Azul
8.1
Very good
956 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Passagem cara. Mala quebrada de porão. Me negaram repetir uma simples lata de cerveja num voo de mais de 8 horas. Poltronas pouco reclinam. O negócio é colocar gente para dentro fechar a porta e faturar

Aeromexico
7.6
Good
2,528 reviews
Azul
8.1
Very good
956 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Passagem cara. Mala quebrada de porão. Me negaram repetir uma simples lata de cerveja num voo de mais de 8 horas. Poltronas pouco reclinam. O negócio é colocar gente para dentro fechar a porta e faturar

LATAM Airlines
7.6
Good
2,405 reviews
Azul
8.1
Very good
956 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Passagem cara. Mala quebrada de porão. Me negaram repetir uma simples lata de cerveja num voo de mais de 8 horas. Poltronas pouco reclinam. O negócio é colocar gente para dentro fechar a porta e faturar

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?

    If you book a flight to Rio de Janeiro from San Francisco, you will be flying from San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 11.8 mi from the center of San Francisco. There are 0 flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro per day from 8 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro for under $800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro for under $800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Avianca for just $733, but on average you can expect to pay $818.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro for under $1,600?

    There are currently 9+ open flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro within the next 7 days for less than $1,600.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro round-trip?

    Currently priced at $733, Avianca will fly you from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro and back. In addition to Avianca, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Copa Airlines and Air Canada - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $746 and $887, respectively. Avianca is priced at 28% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Avianca, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $357. Copa Airlines flights start at $364 while deals on GOL start at $439 one-way.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?

    Before booking your flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro check out the most popular airlines for this route: American Airlines, Azul or Avianca.

  • What does SFO to GIG mean?

    Great question - SFO to GIG just means San Francisco Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?

    Most of the time, San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flights that have layovers will stop in Panama City.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Panama City?

    Amador Causeway, Panama Old Cathedral, and Panama Canal are currently the most popular points of interest in Panama City at the moment. Those on a layover in Panama City interested in visiting Amador Causeway, Panama Old Cathedral, or Panama Canal can do so by traveling 14.7 mi, 13.2 mi, and 15.1 mi, respectively from Panama City Tocumen Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Panama City can rent one for about $13 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flights?

    The least popular layover on flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro is Houston.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?

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DeltaCheapest$351Average$991FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Copa AirlinesCheapest$520Average$953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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AviancaCheapest$580Average$957FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$645Average$1,182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapest$653Average$892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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American AirlinesCheapest$692Average$1,156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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GOLCheapest$786Average$1,165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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