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

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Copa Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 12:30 amSAN-GIG
23h 20m1 stop
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1:30 am - 5:03 pmGIG-SAN
20h 33m1 stop
$838Copa Airlines
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Wed, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 15
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9:07 pm - 4:00 amSAN-GIG
26h 53m1 stop
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9:55 am - 5:03 pmGIG-SAN
36h 08m1 stop
$842Copa Airlines
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Wed, Oct 29 - Sat, Nov 22
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12:10 pm - 12:05 pmSAN-GIG
18h 55m1 stop
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9:00 pm - 12:03 pmGIG-SAN
44h 03m2 stops
$894Air Canada
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Thu, Jan 8 - Sun, Feb 1
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3:40 pm - 8:00 amSAN-GIG
36h 20m2 stops
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5:05 am - 5:44 pmGIG-SAN
16h 39m1 stop
$927
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Mon, Aug 25 - Fri, Aug 29
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9:03 pm - 6:00 amSAN-GIG
28h 57m2 stops
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1:27 am - 5:50 pmGIG-SAN
20h 23m1 stop
$933
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Sun, Aug 31 - Thu, Sep 18
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9:00 am - 8:10 pmSAN-GIG
31h 10m2 stops
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5:05 am - 5:44 pmGIG-SAN
16h 39m1 stop
$941
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Wed, Aug 27 - Fri, Aug 29
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12:56 pm - 9:25 amSAN-GIG
15h 29m1 stop
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10:30 pm - 5:50 pmGIG-SAN
24h 20m1 stop
$1,040American Airlines
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Wed, Dec 24 - Wed, Jan 21
American Airlines Logo
6:31 am - 6:15 amSAN-GIG
18h 44m2 stops
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10:30 pm - 9:26 amGIG-SAN
15h 56m1 stop
$1,044American Airlines
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Wed, Dec 24 - Wed, Jan 21
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 9:35 amSAN-GIG
20h 35m1 stop
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9:55 pm - 11:07 amGIG-SAN
18h 12m1 stop
$1,076United Airlines
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Thu, Jan 8 - Sun, Feb 1
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10:45 am - 9:35 amSAN-GIG
17h 50m2 stops
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9:55 pm - 5:49 pmGIG-SAN
24h 54m2 stops
$1,080United Airlines
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American Airlines flights from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

Our best American Airlines deals on San Diego to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight tickets
American Airlines
Dec 24
SAN12:56 pmSan Diego
15h 29m
1 stop
GIG9:25 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Jan 21
GIG10:30 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
24h 20m
1 stop
SAN5:50 pmSan Diego
$1,040
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American Airlines
Dec 24
SAN6:31 amSan Diego
18h 44m
2 stops
GIG6:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Jan 21
GIG10:30 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
15h 56m
1 stop
SAN9:26 amSan Diego
$1,044
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American Airlines
Dec 10
SAN6:48 amSan Diego
21h 37m
1 stop
GIG9:25 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Dec 24
GIG7:50 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
20h 29m
2 stops
SAN11:19 amSan Diego
$1,045
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Copa Airlines flights from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

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Copa Airlines
Nov 12
SAN8:10 pmSan Diego
23h 20m
1 stop
GIG12:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Nov 15
GIG1:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
20h 33m
1 stop
SAN5:03 pmSan Diego
$838
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Copa Airlines
Oct 29
SAN9:07 pmSan Diego
26h 53m
1 stop
GIG4:00 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Nov 22
GIG9:55 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
36h 08m
1 stop
SAN5:03 pmSan Diego
$842
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Copa Airlines
Nov 12
SAN8:10 pmSan Diego
23h 20m
1 stop
GIG12:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Nov 15
GIG1:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
20h 33m
1 stop
SAN5:03 pmSan Diego
$966
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San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Wed 11/12

8:10 pm-12:30 am

1 stop23h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 11/15

1:30 am-5:03 pm

1 stop20h 33m

$838

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Wed 10/29

9:07 pm-4:00 am

1 stop26h 53m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 11/22

9:55 am-5:03 pm

1 stop36h 08m

$842

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Thu 1/8

12:10 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 2/1

9:00 pm-12:03 pm

2 stops44h 03m

$894

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Mon 8/25

3:40 pm-8:00 am

2 stops36h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 8/29

5:05 am-5:44 pm

1 stop16h 39m

$927

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Sun 8/31

9:03 pm-6:00 am

2 stops28h 57m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 9/18

1:27 am-5:50 pm

1 stop20h 23m

$933

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Wed 8/27

9:00 am-8:10 pm

2 stops31h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 8/29

5:05 am-5:44 pm

1 stop16h 39m

$941

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Wed 12/24

12:56 pm-9:25 am

1 stop15h 29m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 1/21

10:30 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop24h 20m

$1,040

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Wed 12/24

6:31 am-6:15 am

2 stops18h 44m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 1/21

10:30 pm-9:26 am

1 stop15h 56m

$1,044

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Thu 1/8

8:00 am-9:35 am

1 stop20h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 2/1

9:55 pm-11:07 am

1 stop18h 12m

$1,076

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Thu 1/8

10:45 am-9:35 am

2 stops17h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 2/1

9:55 pm-5:49 pm

2 stops24h 54m

$1,080

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $853. If you are unable to visit Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport during the month of September, then departing from San Diego during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $884.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,061. The most expensive day to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,808.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Flying to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from San Diego in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $770 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $1,268. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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Best Price Found

$388

Fastest flight time

14h 32m

Direct flights

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The best one-way flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from San Diego in the past 72 hours is $388. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $838.
The fastest flight from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport takes 14h 32m
There are no direct flights from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Popular non-direct route for this connection is San Diego Airport - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.
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  • How far is San Diego to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by plane?

    The distance between San Diego and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl is about 6193.0 mi. 14h 32m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

    Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Diego Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Best airlines flying from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $477Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,493 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $697Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,896 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $717Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $853Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,980 reviews
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