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$297+ Cheap flights from San Salvador (SAL) 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 3/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAL — GIG
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
Sun 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl are usually found in May or October, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Salvador (SAL) 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 21, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$568
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$297
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$602
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Cheapest flights from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/169:25 amSAL - GIG
1 stop12h 00mAvianca
Fri 5/301:30 amGIG - SAL
1 stop10h 45mAvianca
Deal found 1/20$566
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 3/258:30 amSAL - GIG
1 stop20h 35mCopa Airlines
Sat 3/291:30 amGIG - SAL
1 stop14h 16mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/20$568
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 3/154:05 pmSAL - GIG
2 stops15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/296:00 amGIG - SAL
2 stops13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$691
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Thu 3/205:00 amSAL - GIG
2 stops25h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/258:55 pmGIG - SAL
2 stops34h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/19$839

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

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Salvador 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 21, 2025.

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San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 5/16

9:25 am-12:25 am

1 stop12h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 5/30

1:30 am-9:15 am

1 stop10h 45m

$566

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 3/25

8:30 am-8:05 am

1 stop20h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 3/29

1:30 am-12:46 pm

1 stop14h 16m

$568

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 3/15

4:05 pm-10:45 am

2 stops15h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 3/29

6:00 am-4:25 pm

2 stops13h 25m

$691

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 3/20

5:00 am-9:35 am

2 stops25h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 3/25

8:55 pm-4:45 am

2 stops34h 50m

$839

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 4/12

1:11 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops26h 54m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 4/16

11:20 am-12:00 pm

2 stops27h 40m

$2,133

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 3/14

9:30 am-12:40 am

1 stop12h 10m

$297

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 5/11

1:40 pm-3:50 am

1 stop11h 10m

$349

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 3/26

1:42 pm-11:20 am

3 stops18h 38m

$515

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 5/11

2:00 am-8:15 am

2 stops27h 15m

$688

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Deals found on 1/20

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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 Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl in January.
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eDreamsPrice 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 San Salvador-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 Salvador-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 Salvador-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 Salvador-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 Salvador-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 San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is 72 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Salvador 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 21, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 13% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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 21, 2025.
Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,662 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.7

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Breakfast food was a wonderful surprise! Tasty and unexpected. Chill attendants. No problems.

Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,662 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,662 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.7

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Breakfast food was a wonderful surprise! Tasty and unexpected. Chill attendants. No problems.

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,849 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,662 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.7

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Breakfast food was a wonderful surprise! Tasty and unexpected. Chill attendants. No problems.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,662 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.7

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Breakfast food was a wonderful surprise! Tasty and unexpected. Chill attendants. No problems.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,662 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.7

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Breakfast food was a wonderful surprise! Tasty and unexpected. Chill attendants. No problems.

Avianca
6.9
Okay
2,579 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,662 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.7

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Breakfast food was a wonderful surprise! Tasty and unexpected. Chill attendants. No problems.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) if they book a flight from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. On average, El Salvador Intl has 0 outbound flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl per day from 1 airline. San Salvador El Salvador Intl is conveniently located just 20.5 mi from San Salvador’s city center.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is Copa Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $568 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Avianca and United Airlines, starting at $665 and $839 round-trip. Copa Airlines is 8% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $297 on Avianca. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Copa Airlines from $349 and United Airlines from $1,388 one-way.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Salvador 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 Salvador 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 Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl.

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $755). Flying from San Salvador 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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AviancaCheapest$378Average$598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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