HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

$566+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Brazil (GIG)

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 2/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — GIG
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Wed 1/22
Wed 1/29
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go
Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”
2. Select your favorite providers
We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.
3. Compare prices and book
Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG). 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 January 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$884
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$566
(Kiwi.com)
Provider with most accurate pricing for Sacramento Intl-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Sacramento Intl-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights.
Search Deals
From Sacramento Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Search Deals
One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 17, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/17:42 amSMF - GIG
3 stops25h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/810:00 pmGIG - SMF
3 stops38h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$884
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 1/2912:42 pmSMF - GIG
1 stop14h 38mDelta
Sun 2/29:25 pmGIG - SMF
1 stop19h 06mDelta
Deal found 1/15$998
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Wed 1/295:20 amSMF - GIG
2 stops23h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/29:55 pmGIG - SMF
2 stops31h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/15$1,003
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Tue 9/1612:25 pmSMF - GIG
2 stops37h 50mLATAM Airlines
Thu 9/257:00 amGIG - SMF
2 stops31h 57mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/14$1,032
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 3/1511:11 amSMF - GIG
1 stop17h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sun 3/2310:55 pmGIG - SMF
1 stop29h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/15$1,057
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/257:50 amSMF - GIG
2 stops19h 15mCopa Airlines
Mon 3/31:30 amGIG - SMF
2 stops27h 28mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/16$1,723

Find flights from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 17, 2025.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoRio de Janeiro

SMF - GIG

SMFGIG

Sacramento Intl

Sat 3/1

7:42 am-2:00 pm

3 stops25h 18m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 3/8

10:00 pm-7:37 am

3 stops38h 37m

$884

SacramentoRio de Janeiro

SMF - GIG

SMFGIG

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/29

12:42 pm-8:20 am

1 stop14h 38m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 2/2

9:25 pm-11:31 am

1 stop19h 06m

$998

SacramentoRio de Janeiro

SMF - GIG

SMFGIG

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/29

5:20 am-9:35 am

2 stops23h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 2/2

9:55 pm-12:14 am

2 stops31h 19m

$1,003

SacramentoRio de Janeiro

SMF - GIG

SMFGIG

Sacramento Intl

Sat 3/15

11:11 am-8:20 am

1 stop17h 09m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 3/23

10:55 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop29h 03m

$1,057

SacramentoRio de Janeiro

SMF - GIG

SMFGIG

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/28

12:42 pm-8:20 am

1 stop14h 38m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 2/2

9:25 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop27h 05m

$1,298

SacramentoRio de Janeiro

SMF - GIG

SMFGIG

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/25

7:50 am-8:05 am

2 stops19h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 3/3

1:30 am-11:58 pm

2 stops27h 28m

$1,723

SacramentoRio de Janeiro

SMF - GIG

SMFGIG

Sacramento Intl

Thu 2/27

12:07 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops49h 43m

$566

SacramentoRio de Janeiro

SMF - GIG

SMFGIG

Sacramento Intl

Thu 2/27

10:40 pm-8:20 am

1 stop28h 40m

$780

SacramentoRio de Janeiro

SMF - GIG

SMFGIG

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/26

12:18 am-9:25 am

1 stop28h 07m

$1,012

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 1/15

Compare providers for flights from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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 Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Sacramento-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport 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 Sacramento-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Travel insights for flights from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $755). Flying from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,290). 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 SMF to GIG?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 17, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 16% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport 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–Galeão Intl Airport when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, 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–Galeão Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. 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–Galeão Intl. Reviews last updated January 17, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,658 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,847 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,964 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. 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 Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    Sacramento Intl (SMF), located 9.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. 2 airlines have flights from Sacramento Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Sacramento Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $998 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and American Airlines, starting at $1,003 and $1,057 round-trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $755). Flying from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,290). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Los Angeles to Santos Dumont flights
San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Las Vegas to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
San Francisco to Santos Dumont flights
Ontario to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
San Diego to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Las Vegas to Santos Dumont flights
San Diego to Santos Dumont flights
San Jose to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
San Jose to Santos Dumont flights
Sacramento to Santos Dumont flights
Reno to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Santa Ana to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Oakland to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Fresno to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Santa Barbara to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights
Santa Rosa to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights

Top 2 airlines flying from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$757Average$1,424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,057Average$1,341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book with Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.