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Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to San Diego from $388

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Rio de Janeiro to San Diego departing on 9/16. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Copa Airlines Logo
5:10 am - 6:30 pm
GIG
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SAN
17h 20m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 12:30 am
SAN
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GIG
22h 30m
1 stop
$540Copa Airlines
Mon, May 18 - Wed, Jun 3
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7:10 am - 9:43 am
GIG
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SAN
30h 33m
2 stops
LATAM Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 12:05 am
SAN
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GIG
22h 05m
2 stops
$561LATAM Airlines
Fri, May 22 - Thu, Jun 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:20 pm - 8:00 pm
GIG
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SAN
35h 40m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:50 pm - 10:00 pm
SAN
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GIG
28h 10m
2 stops
$578Multiple Airlines
Mon, May 18 - Sun, May 31
Copa Airlines Logo
5:10 am - 6:40 pm
GIG
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SAN
17h 30m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 12:30 am
SAN
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GIG
22h 30m
1 stop
$580Copa Airlines
Wed, Jun 17 - Wed, Jun 24
LATAM Airlines Logo
9:00 pm - 11:27 pm
GIG
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SAN
30h 27m
1 stop
LATAM Airlines Logo
1:50 pm - 10:00 pm
SAN
-
GIG
28h 10m
2 stops
$588LATAM Airlines
Mon, May 18 - Sun, May 31
Delta Logo
5:20 pm - 9:19 pm
GIG
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SAN
31h 59m
2 stops
Delta Logo
2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
SAN
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GIG
22h 30m
2 stops
$723Delta
Sun, Oct 4 - Sun, Oct 18
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9:05 pm - 7:50 pm
GIG
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SAN
26h 45m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
2:24 pm - 8:15 am
SAN
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GIG
37h 51m
2 stops
$726United Airlines
Sun, Jun 14 - Sat, Aug 15
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1:45 pm - 7:50 pm
SDU
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SAN
34h 05m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
9:45 pm - 4:45 pm
SAN
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SDU
39h 00m
2 stops
$830United Airlines
Tue, Jun 2 - Tue, Jun 9
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1:45 pm - 11:16 am
SDU
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SAN
25h 31m
2 stops
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11:58 am - 9:00 am
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SDU
17h 02m
2 stops
$1,123Lufthansa
Mon, May 18 - Wed, Jun 3
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6:30 am - 9:33 am
SDU
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SAN
31h 03m
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7:20 am - 1:10 pm
SAN
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SDU
25h 50m
2 stops
$1,201Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jun 6 - Fri, Jun 12

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LATAM Airlines flights from Rio de Janeiro to San Diego

Our best LATAM Airlines deals on Rio de Janeiro to San Diego flight tickets
LATAM Airlines
May 22
GIG7:10 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
30h 33m
2 stops
SAN9:43 amSan Diego
Jun 11
SAN10:00 pmSan Diego
22h 05m
2 stops
GIG12:05 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
$561
LATAM Airlines
May 18
GIG9:00 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
30h 27m
1 stop
SAN11:27 pmSan Diego
May 31
SAN1:50 pmSan Diego
28h 10m
2 stops
GIG10:00 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
$588
LATAM Airlines
Jun 14
GIG5:15 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
31h 19m
2 stops
SAN8:34 pmSan Diego
Aug 15
SAN6:15 amSan Diego
32h 20m
2 stops
GIG6:35 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
$651

Copa Airlines flights from Rio de Janeiro to San Diego

Our best Copa Airlines deals on Rio de Janeiro to San Diego flight tickets
Copa Airlines
May 18
GIG5:10 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
17h 20m
1 stop
SAN6:30 pmSan Diego
Jun 3
SAN10:00 pmSan Diego
22h 30m
1 stop
GIG12:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
$540
Copa Airlines
Jun 17
GIG5:10 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
17h 30m
1 stop
SAN6:40 pmSan Diego
Jun 24
SAN10:00 pmSan Diego
22h 30m
1 stop
GIG12:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
$580
Copa Airlines
May 17
GIG1:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
21h 00m
1 stop
SAN6:30 pmSan Diego
May 31
SAN10:00 pmSan Diego
22h 30m
1 stop
GIG12:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
$654

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Rio de Janeiro to San Diego 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated May 6, 2026.
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Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 5/18

5:10 am-6:30 pm

1 stop17h 20m

San Diego

Wed 6/3

10:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop22h 30m

$540

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 5/22

7:10 am-9:43 am

2 stops30h 33m

San Diego

Thu 6/11

10:00 pm-12:05 am

2 stops22h 05m

$561

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 5/18

12:20 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops35h 40m

San Diego

Sun 5/31

1:50 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops28h 10m

$578

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 6/17

5:10 am-6:40 pm

1 stop17h 30m

San Diego

Wed 6/24

10:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop22h 30m

$580

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 5/18

9:00 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop30h 27m

San Diego

Sun 5/31

1:50 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops28h 10m

$588

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 10/4

5:20 pm-9:19 pm

2 stops31h 59m

San Diego

Sun 10/18

2:00 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops22h 30m

$723

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 6/14

9:05 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop26h 45m

San Diego

Sat 8/15

2:24 pm-8:15 am

2 stops37h 51m

$726

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

SDU - SAN

SDUSAN

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 6/2

1:45 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops34h 05m

San Diego

Tue 6/9

9:45 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops39h 00m

$830

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

SDU - SAN

SDUSAN

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 5/18

1:45 pm-11:16 am

2 stops25h 31m

San Diego

Wed 6/3

11:58 am-9:00 am

2 stops17h 02m

$1,123

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

SDU - SAN

SDUSAN

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 6/6

6:30 am-9:33 am

2 stops31h 03m

San Diego

Fri 6/12

7:20 am-1:10 pm

2 stops25h 50m

$1,201

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

If you are unable to visit San Diego during the month of September, then departing from Rio de Janeiro during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $476.

How have Rio de Janeiro to San Diego flight prices changed over time?

As of May 2026, prices for Rio de Janeiro to San Diego flights are approximately 13% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time

17h 20m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Rio de Janeiro to San Diego takes 17h 20m
There are no direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to San Diego. There are no popular flight routes from Rio de Janeiro to San Diego.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Rio de Janeiro to San Diego

  • How far is Rio de Janeiro to San Diego by plane?

    The distance between Rio de Janeiro and San Diego is about 6199.9 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 17h 20m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Rio de Janeiro to San Diego Airport?

    Prices for flights from Rio de Janeiro to San Diego Airport were last updated today.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Rio de Janeiro to San Diego Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Rio de Janeiro to San Diego Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your San Diego Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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