Rio de Janeiro

$430+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)

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SAN — RIO
Nov 25 — Dec 21
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The best prices from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro are usually found in November or March, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 November 20, 2024.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Round-trip from

$790
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$430
(Gurufare)
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From San Diego to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)
One-way flight from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Wed 12/115:15 pmSAN - GIG
2 stops29h 35mCopa Airlines
Mon 1/271:30 amGIG - SAN
2 stops27h 44mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/20$790
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/307:16 amSAN - GIG
1 stop20h 04mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/1310:30 pmGIG - SAN
1 stop16h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$871
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Tue 12/31:34 pmSAN - GIG
1 stop15h 01mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/89:55 pmGIG - SAN
1 stop16h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$874
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/116:15 amSAN - GIG
2 stops35h 25mLATAM Airlines
Tue 1/289:50 amGIG - SAN
2 stops29h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/19$921
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/311:26 amSAN - GIG
2 stops38h 09mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/83:20 pmGIG - SAN
2 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$953
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/212:50 pmSAN - SDU
2 stops23h 35mLATAM Airlines
Sat 12/76:30 amSDU - SAN
2 stops32h 32mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,048
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2010:30 pmSAN - GIG
1 stop28h 50mDelta
Tue 12/35:05 pmGIG - SAN
2 stops22h 11mDelta
Deal found 11/19$1,182
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/3010:57 amSAN - SDU
2 stops19h 38mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/135:30 pmSDU - SAN
2 stops23h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,305
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2410:30 amSAN - GIG
2 stops38h 50mGOL
Tue 12/3111:55 pmGIG - SAN
1 stop16h 52mGOL
Deal found 11/19$1,391
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/36:57 pmSAN - SDU
3 stops33h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/82:05 pmSDU - SAN
2 stops26h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,645
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 GOL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/36:50 amSAN - SDU
2 stops29h 05mGOL
Sun 12/88:30 pmSDU - SAN
2 stops32h 16mGOL
Deal found 11/20$1,975
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/198:00 amSAN - GIG
1 stop21h 15mAlaska Airlines
Sat 1/1111:00 pmGIG - SAN
1 stop25h 51mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/19$2,199

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

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Wed 12/11

5:15 pm-3:50 am

2 stops29h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 1/27

1:30 am-12:14 am

2 stops27h 44m

$790

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Mon 3/3

6:15 am-6:35 am

2 stops19h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 3/10

8:30 pm-10:25 am

1 stop17h 55m

$797

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Tue 2/4

11:13 am-10:15 am

2 stops18h 02m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 2/17

11:55 pm-7:34 pm

1 stop24h 39m

$802

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - SDU

SANSDU

San Diego

Mon 3/3

10:30 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops37h 25m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 3/10

5:40 pm-11:48 pm

2 stops34h 08m

$866

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Tue 12/3

1:34 pm-9:35 am

1 stop15h 01m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 12/8

9:55 pm-8:57 am

1 stop16h 02m

$874

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Fri 2/7

10:10 pm-8:00 am

1 stop28h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 3/28

8:30 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop26h 25m

$890

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - SDU

SANSDU

San Diego

Tue 2/4

11:25 am-8:10 pm

2 stops27h 45m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 2/17

5:30 pm-8:18 pm

3 stops31h 48m

$950

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Tue 12/3

11:26 am-6:35 am

2 stops38h 09m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 12/8

3:20 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops33h 35m

$953

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - SDU

SANSDU

San Diego

Mon 12/2

12:50 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops23h 35m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 12/7

6:30 am-10:02 am

2 stops32h 32m

$1,048

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - SDU

SANSDU

San Diego

Fri 2/28

10:25 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops38h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 3/9

7:00 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops25h 30m

$1,150

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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 in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

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

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro is 48 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 Diego to Rio de Janeiro?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro (average of $766). Flying from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,078). 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 RIO?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 November 20, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 20% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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 November 20, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with LATAM Airlines, Delta and GOL from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
836 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My flight was cancelled by Azul and I was never contacted by the company nor Budget Air. I received emails to prepare for my flight 2 days before departure. For my surprise, the flight was cancelled and I couldn’t find anyone at BudgetAir to talk to. (Only email::: Don’t know if it was a Robotic message). When I called Azul, they mentioned the flight was cancelled a month after I purchased the tickets and I was never informed. I had to overpay for another ticket in order to get back to my destination.

8.1
Very good
836 reviews
8.1
Very good
836 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My flight was cancelled by Azul and I was never contacted by the company nor Budget Air. I received emails to prepare for my flight 2 days before departure. For my surprise, the flight was cancelled and I couldn’t find anyone at BudgetAir to talk to. (Only email::: Don’t know if it was a Robotic message). When I called Azul, they mentioned the flight was cancelled a month after I purchased the tickets and I was never informed. I had to overpay for another ticket in order to get back to my destination.

8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
8.1
Very good
836 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My flight was cancelled by Azul and I was never contacted by the company nor Budget Air. I received emails to prepare for my flight 2 days before departure. For my surprise, the flight was cancelled and I couldn’t find anyone at BudgetAir to talk to. (Only email::: Don’t know if it was a Robotic message). When I called Azul, they mentioned the flight was cancelled a month after I purchased the tickets and I was never informed. I had to overpay for another ticket in order to get back to my destination.

8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
8.1
Very good
836 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My flight was cancelled by Azul and I was never contacted by the company nor Budget Air. I received emails to prepare for my flight 2 days before departure. For my surprise, the flight was cancelled and I couldn’t find anyone at BudgetAir to talk to. (Only email::: Don’t know if it was a Robotic message). When I called Azul, they mentioned the flight was cancelled a month after I purchased the tickets and I was never informed. I had to overpay for another ticket in order to get back to my destination.

7.8
Good
1,785 reviews
8.1
Very good
836 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My flight was cancelled by Azul and I was never contacted by the company nor Budget Air. I received emails to prepare for my flight 2 days before departure. For my surprise, the flight was cancelled and I couldn’t find anyone at BudgetAir to talk to. (Only email::: Don’t know if it was a Robotic message). When I called Azul, they mentioned the flight was cancelled a month after I purchased the tickets and I was never informed. I had to overpay for another ticket in order to get back to my destination.

7.5
Good
1,934 reviews
8.1
Very good
836 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My flight was cancelled by Azul and I was never contacted by the company nor Budget Air. I received emails to prepare for my flight 2 days before departure. For my surprise, the flight was cancelled and I couldn’t find anyone at BudgetAir to talk to. (Only email::: Don’t know if it was a Robotic message). When I called Azul, they mentioned the flight was cancelled a month after I purchased the tickets and I was never informed. I had to overpay for another ticket in order to get back to my destination.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego 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 Diego to Rio de Janeiro?

    Most people fly from San Diego (SAN) if they book a flight from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro. On average, San Diego has 0 outbound flights to Rio de Janeiro per day from 3 airlines. San Diego is conveniently located just 2.6 mi from San Diego’s city center.

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

    Flying on Copa Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Rio de Janeiro, with prices starting at $790. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by LATAM Airlines and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $797 and $802, respectively. Copa Airlines is priced at 34% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro one-way?

    $430 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from GOL. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and United Airlines, with prices starting from $487 and $493, respectively.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro (average of $766). Flying from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,078). 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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$697Average$1,194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$717Average$1,318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$867Average$1,202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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