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$317+ Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Brazil (GIG) to San Diego (SAN)

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 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GIG — SAN
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG) to San Diego (SAN). 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 February 22, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$704
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$317
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$726
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Cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 22, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Fri 3/149:30 pmGIG - SAN
1 stop24h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/2912:48 pmSAN - GIG
2 stops22h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$704
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Fri 5/164:55 amGIG - SAN
2 stops23h 28mCopa Airlines
Sat 5/244:05 pmSAN - GIG
2 stops28h 10mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/21$821
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/148:55 pmGIG - SAN
1 stop26h 42mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/293:15 pmSAN - GIG
1 stop37h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$838
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/1410:55 pmGIG - SAN
1 stop25h 21mDelta
Sat 3/2910:30 pmSAN - GIG
1 stop31h 45mDelta
Deal found 2/20$839
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 5/159:00 pmGIG - SAN
2 stops21h 52mLATAM Airlines
Fri 5/236:25 amSAN - GIG
2 stops23h 50mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 2/22$1,042
This MaxMilhas deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 MaxMilhas is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/155:15 amGIG - SAN
2 stops32h 09mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/2311:00 amSAN - GIG
1 stop19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$1,093

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

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Fly from

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 3/14

9:30 pm-6:11 pm

1 stop24h 41m

San Diego

Sat 3/29

12:48 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops22h 17m

$704

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 5/16

4:55 am-12:23 am

2 stops23h 28m

San Diego

Sat 5/24

4:05 pm-12:15 am

2 stops28h 10m

$821

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 3/14

8:55 pm-8:23 pm

2 stops27h 28m

San Diego

Sat 3/29

3:15 pm-8:15 am

1 stop37h 00m

$838

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 3/14

10:55 pm-8:16 pm

1 stop25h 21m

San Diego

Sat 3/29

10:30 pm-10:15 am

1 stop31h 45m

$839

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 5/15

9:00 pm-2:52 pm

2 stops21h 52m

San Diego

Fri 5/23

6:25 am-10:15 am

2 stops23h 50m

$1,042

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 5/15

5:15 am-9:24 am

2 stops32h 09m

San Diego

Fri 5/23

11:00 am-10:15 am

1 stop19h 15m

$1,093

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 3/5

6:05 am-9:12 am

3 stops32h 07m

$317

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 3/2

1:30 am-10:40 pm

2 stops26h 10m

$512

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 3/3

11:55 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop27h 38m

$539

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 7/17

9:05 pm-11:41 pm

2 stops30h 36m

$576

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated February 22, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,502 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,789 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,754 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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

    San Diego (SAN), located 2.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Diego. 0 airlines have flights to San Diego from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Diego should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl per day.

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

    Currently priced at $704, American Airlines will fly you from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Diego and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Copa Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $821 and $838, respectively. American Airlines is priced at 35% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Diego are Copa Airlines ($512), American Airlines ($539), and United Airlines ($576).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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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