Rio de Janeiro

$393+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)

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 12/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — RIO
Nov 5 — Nov 121
1 adult
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The best prices from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro are usually found in August or September, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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 October 31, 2024.

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AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Round-trip from

$705
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$393
(Kiwi.com)
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 31, 2024.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/286:00 amSFO - GIG
2 stops19h 35mLATAM Airlines
Thu 12/57:25 amGIG - SFO
2 stops18h 53mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 10/30$725
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/97:26 amSFO - GIG
1 stop21h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/1710:30 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop23h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$737
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/2612:33 amSFO - GIG
1 stop18h 52mCopa Airlines
Wed 12/410:45 amGIG - SFO
1 stop35h 43mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/29$754
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/46:00 amSFO - GIG
2 stops19h 35mDelta
Wed 12/119:30 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop24h 45mDelta
Deal found 10/30$807
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/277:10 amSFO - SDU
2 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/47:50 amSDU - SFO
2 stops31h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$821
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/96:15 amSFO - SDU
2 stops30h 55mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/185:35 pmSDU - SFO
2 stops32h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$890
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/106:50 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/121:25 amGIG - SFO
1 stop21h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$917
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/88:35 amSFO - GIG
1 stop20h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/139:55 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop24h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$918
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/31:35 amSFO - GIG
2 stops23h 40mAvianca
Tue 12/101:45 amGIG - SFO
2 stops25h 10mAvianca
Deal found 10/30$948
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/108:00 amSFO - GIG
1 stop17h 20mGOL
Fri 11/1511:00 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop29h 51mGOL
Deal found 10/29$1,046
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/76:26 amSFO - GIG
1 stop22h 49mAlaska Airlines
Thu 1/911:00 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop25h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/30$1,227
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/208:25 amSFO - SDU
2 stops30h 45mAir Canada
Wed 11/275:45 pmSDU - SFO
2 stops33h 06mAir Canada
Deal found 10/31$1,330

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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

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Tue 12/10

3:18 pm-8:25 am

3 stops36h 07m

$393

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Sat 1/18

1:35 am-12:40 am

2 stops18h 05m

$502

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Sun 1/19

8:30 am-8:00 am

1 stop18h 30m

$530

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Tue 2/25

8:00 am-8:20 am

1 stop19h 20m

$531

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Tue 11/26

11:59 pm-6:20 am

1 stop25h 21m

$581

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

8:15 am-10:55 am

2 stops22h 40m

$597

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Tue 12/10

12:18 pm-8:20 am

1 stop15h 02m

$667

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Sat 2/1

2:59 pm-9:35 am

1 stop37h 36m

$690

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Tue 11/26

9:09 pm-12:25 am

3 stops46h 16m

$401

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Sat 1/18

12:44 am-12:30 am

1 stop18h 46m

$1,025

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightsMojoPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyNo Information
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 starCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Rio de Janeiro flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Rio de Janeiro flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Rio de Janeiro flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Rio de Janeiro flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Rio de Janeiro flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I 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 October 25, 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 63 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro (average of $766). Flying from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,079). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to RIO?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 45% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day 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 October 27, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Rio de Janeiro by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rio de Janeiro ranges from 1.6 - 5.1 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Rio de Janeiro when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Rio de Janeiro by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rio de Janeiro, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 69.8 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 October 31, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro, see what other customers have to say about Copa Airlines, LATAM Airlines and American 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.
8.1
Very good
842 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

On time. Nice crew, clean plane and a small snack

8.1
Very good
842 reviews
8.1
Very good
842 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

On time. Nice crew, clean plane and a small snack

8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews
8.1
Very good
842 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

On time. Nice crew, clean plane and a small snack

8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews
8.1
Very good
842 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

On time. Nice crew, clean plane and a small snack

7.8
Good
1,885 reviews
8.1
Very good
842 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

On time. Nice crew, clean plane and a small snack

7.5
Good
1,980 reviews
8.1
Very good
842 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

On time. Nice crew, clean plane and a small snack

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 6 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 Copa Airlines for just $705, but on average you can expect to pay $969.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro for under $800?

    There are currently 15+ open flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro within the next 7 days for less than $800.

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

    Currently priced at $705, Copa Airlines will fly you from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro and back. In addition to Copa Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from LATAM Airlines and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $725 and $735, respectively. Copa Airlines is priced at 32% 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 $500. LATAM Airlines flights start at $530 while deals on Delta start at $531 one-way.

  • 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?

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

    Amador Causeway, Panama Canal, and Soberania National Park 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 Canal, or Soberania National Park can do so by traveling 14.7 mi, 15.1 mi, and 18.4 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?

  • 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?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/30.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro (average of $766). Flying from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,079). 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.

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Top 6 airlines flying from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$351Average$1,092FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$578Average$962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$694Average$973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$696Average$906FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$730Average$1,278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$852Average$1,346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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