Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

$488+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Brazil (GIG)

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SAN — GIG
Jan 8 — Jan 151
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$738
(Delta)

One-way from

$488
(United)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,103
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flight deals.
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From San Diego to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
One-way flight from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
High demand for flights, 25% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 11% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 3, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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.
Thu 1/166:15 amSAN - GIG
1 stop21h 05mDelta
Fri 1/2410:55 pmGIG - SAN
1 stop18h 21mDelta
Deal found 1/3$738
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/2. 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.
Thu 1/2311:13 amSAN - GIG
2 stops18h 02mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/3011:55 pmGIG - SAN
2 stops21h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/2$743
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/2. 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 1/176:30 pmSAN - GIG
2 stops34h 05mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/239:55 pmGIG - SAN
2 stops40h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/2$759
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/2. 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.
Thu 1/233:59 pmSAN - GIG
2 stops27h 31mCopa Airlines
Wed 1/291:30 amGIG - SAN
2 stops26h 00mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/2$791
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/2. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/2311:38 amSAN - GIG
1 stop15h 42mLATAM Airlines
Thu 1/309:25 pmGIG - SAN
1 stop18h 03mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/2$808
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/236:15 amSAN - GIG
1 stop21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/51:45 amGIG - SAN
2 stops22h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2$859
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/1. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/2412:48 pmSAN - GIG
2 stops25h 57mGOL
Wed 4/26:00 amGIG - SAN
2 stops21h 08mGOL
Deal found 1/1$970

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

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San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Thu 1/16

6:15 am-8:20 am

1 stop21h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 1/24

10:55 pm-12:16 pm

1 stop18h 21m

$738

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Thu 1/23

6:30 am-8:20 am

2 stops20h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 1/30

9:25 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops24h 35m

$743

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Fri 1/17

6:30 pm-9:35 am

2 stops34h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 1/23

9:55 pm-9:30 am

2 stops40h 35m

$759

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Thu 1/23

3:59 pm-12:30 am

2 stops27h 31m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 1/29

1:30 am-10:30 pm

2 stops26h 00m

$791

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Thu 3/13

7:15 am-8:20 am

1 stop21h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 3/20

7:45 pm-10:32 am

2 stops18h 47m

$803

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Thu 1/23

6:15 am-8:20 am

1 stop21h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 2/5

1:45 am-6:53 pm

2 stops22h 08m

$859

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Mon 3/24

12:48 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops25h 57m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 4/2

6:00 am-11:08 pm

2 stops21h 08m

$970

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Wed 2/19

10:31 am-9:35 am

1 stop18h 04m

$488

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 San Diego-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-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 San Diego-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Diego-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.

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

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $755). Flying from San Diego 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 SAN to GIG?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 3, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 40% versus a flight in the evening.

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 3, 2025.
8.0
Very good
8,527 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,527 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,527 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.7
Good
1,667 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,527 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.5
Good
1,848 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,527 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
8,965 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,527 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.3
Good
1,091 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,527 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

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

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. You should not have trouble finding flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl from San Diego; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights from the San Diego airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. It is only a 2.6 mi journey to San Diego (SAN) from San Diego’s city center.

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

    Delta, at $738, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include British Airways and Copa Airlines. These flights start at 39% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego 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 San Diego to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $755). Flying from San Diego 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.

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Top 3 airlines flying from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$697Average$1,178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$717Average$1,362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$801Average$1,102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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