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$843+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Brazil (GIG)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — GIG
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Wed 1/22
Wed 1/29
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara 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 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 3/126:00 amSBA - GIG
2 stops23h 35mUnited Airlines
Fri 3/218:55 pmGIG - SBA
2 stops25h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/15$843
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.
Wed 3/1212:25 pmSBA - GIG
1 stop15h 55mAmerican Airlines
Fri 3/219:30 pmGIG - SBA
1 stop18h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/15$938
This Copa 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/127:05 pmSBA - GIG
2 stops25h 20mCopa Airlines
Thu 3/201:30 amGIG - SBA
2 stops18h 55mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/15$975
This Kissandfly.com 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/137:15 amSBA - GIG
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/2011:55 pmGIG - SBA
2 stops20h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$1,129
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Thu 2/137:15 amSBA - GIG
1 stop20h 05mKLM
Thu 2/209:25 pmGIG - SBA
1 stop28h 54mKLM
Deal found 1/16$1,190

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

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Santa BarbaraRio de Janeiro

SBA - GIG

SBAGIG

Santa Barbara

Wed 3/12

6:00 am-9:35 am

2 stops23h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 3/21

8:55 pm-6:14 pm

2 stops25h 19m

$843

Santa BarbaraRio de Janeiro

SBA - GIG

SBAGIG

Santa Barbara

Wed 3/12

12:25 pm-8:20 am

1 stop15h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 3/21

9:30 pm-11:40 am

1 stop18h 10m

$938

Santa BarbaraRio de Janeiro

SBA - GIG

SBAGIG

Santa Barbara

Wed 3/12

7:05 pm-12:25 am

2 stops25h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 3/20

1:30 am-4:25 pm

2 stops18h 55m

$975

Santa BarbaraRio de Janeiro

SBA - GIG

SBAGIG

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/13

7:15 am-8:20 am

1 stop20h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 2/20

11:55 pm-3:41 pm

2 stops20h 46m

$1,129

Santa BarbaraRio de Janeiro

SBA - GIG

SBAGIG

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/13

7:15 am-8:20 am

1 stop20h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 2/20

9:25 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop28h 54m

$1,190

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

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

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

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

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.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,658 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,964 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Related info for your journey

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

    Santa Barbara (SBA) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Santa Barbara to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. You should not have trouble finding flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl from Santa Barbara; 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 0 airlines have flights from the Santa Barbara airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. It is only a 8.0 mi journey to Santa Barbara (SBA) from Santa Barbara’s city center.

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

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

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

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

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

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