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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro from $334

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11:55 pm - 6:20 am
SFO
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GIG
26h 25m
2 stops
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7:25 am - 11:55 pm
GIG
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SFO
20h 30m
2 stops
$643Avianca
Mon, Apr 20 - Tue, Apr 28
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2:20 pm - 12:40 am
SFO
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GIG
30h 20m
2 stops
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1:45 am - 11:40 pm
GIG
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SFO
25h 55m
2 stops
$653Avianca
Sun, Mar 8 - Wed, Mar 18
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2:15 pm - 6:20 am
SFO
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GIG
36h 05m
2 stops
Avianca Logo
7:25 am - 11:55 pm
GIG
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SFO
20h 30m
2 stops
$660Avianca
Tue, Apr 14 - Thu, Apr 30
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2:15 pm - 3:35 pm
SFO
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GIG
21h 20m
2 stops
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7:20 am - 11:55 pm
GIG
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SFO
20h 35m
2 stops
$669Avianca
Sat, Apr 11 - Thu, Apr 23
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1:35 am - 12:40 am
SFO
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GIG
42h 05m
2 stops
Avianca Logo
1:45 am - 9:50 pm
GIG
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SFO
25h 05m
2 stops
$670Avianca
Tue, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 3
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1:35 am - 6:25 am
SFO
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GIG
23h 50m
2 stops
Avianca Logo
1:45 am - 1:00 pm
GIG
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SFO
39h 15m
2 stops
$673Avianca
Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 10
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8:53 am - 11:05 am
SFO
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GIG
22h 12m
1 stop
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8:00 pm - 9:39 pm
GIG
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SFO
29h 39m
1 stop
$674Air Canada
Tue, Mar 10 - Wed, Mar 18
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11:10 am - 2:05 pm
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GIG
22h 55m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
2:50 pm - 9:02 pm
GIG
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SFO
34h 12m
2 stops
$678Air Canada
Tue, May 5 - Thu, May 21
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2:30 am - 6:20 am
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GIG
23h 50m
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5:10 am - 11:40 pm
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22h 30m
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$679Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Thu, Apr 30
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8:05 am - 4:45 pm
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SDU
28h 40m
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1:45 pm - 11:25 am
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SFO
25h 40m
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$734Air Canada
Tue, May 5 - Mon, May 18

Avianca flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro

Our best Avianca deals on San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flight tickets
Avianca
Apr 20
SFO11:55 pmSan Francisco
26h 25m
2 stops
GIG6:20 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Apr 28
GIG7:25 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
20h 30m
2 stops
SFO11:55 pmSan Francisco
$643
Avianca
Mar 8
SFO2:20 pmSan Francisco
30h 20m
2 stops
GIG12:40 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Mar 18
GIG1:45 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
25h 55m
2 stops
SFO11:40 pmSan Francisco
$653
Avianca
Apr 14
SFO2:15 pmSan Francisco
36h 05m
2 stops
GIG6:20 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Apr 30
GIG7:25 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
20h 30m
2 stops
SFO11:55 pmSan Francisco
$660

Air Canada flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro

Our best Air Canada deals on San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flight tickets
Air Canada
Mar 10
SFO8:53 amSan Francisco
22h 12m
1 stop
GIG11:05 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Mar 18
GIG8:00 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
29h 39m
1 stop
SFO9:39 pmSan Francisco
$674
Air Canada
May 5
SFO11:10 amSan Francisco
22h 55m
2 stops
GIG2:05 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
May 21
GIG2:50 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
34h 12m
2 stops
SFO9:02 pmSan Francisco
$678
Air Canada
May 5
SFO11:10 amSan Francisco
22h 55m
2 stops
GIG2:05 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
May 20
GIG2:50 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
34h 12m
2 stops
SFO9:02 pmSan Francisco
$728

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated January 29, 2026.
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San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Mon 4/20

11:55 pm-6:20 am

2 stops26h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 4/28

7:25 am-11:55 pm

2 stops20h 30m

$643

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Sun 3/8

2:20 pm-12:40 am

2 stops30h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 3/18

1:45 am-11:40 pm

2 stops25h 55m

$653

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Tue 4/14

2:15 pm-6:20 am

2 stops36h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 4/30

7:25 am-11:55 pm

2 stops20h 30m

$660

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Sat 4/11

2:15 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops21h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 4/23

7:20 am-11:55 pm

2 stops20h 35m

$669

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Tue 2/24

1:35 am-12:40 am

2 stops42h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 3/3

1:45 am-9:50 pm

2 stops25h 05m

$670

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

1:35 am-6:25 am

2 stops23h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 3/10

1:45 am-1:00 pm

2 stops39h 15m

$673

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Tue 3/10

8:53 am-11:05 am

1 stop22h 12m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 3/18

8:00 pm-9:39 pm

1 stop29h 39m

$674

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

11:10 am-2:05 pm

2 stops22h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 5/21

2:50 pm-9:02 pm

2 stops34h 12m

$678

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Thu 4/23

2:30 am-6:20 am

2 stops23h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 4/30

5:10 am-11:40 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$679

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

8:05 am-4:45 pm

2 stops28h 40m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 5/18

1:45 pm-11:25 am

2 stops25h 40m

$734

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

The cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro from San Francisco is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $871, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of September is another great option to travel to Rio de Janeiro, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $906.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Rio de Janeiro?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Rio de Janeiro from San Francisco when booking week ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Rio de Janeiro for around $1,098 when searching week out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Rio de Janeiro from San Francisco for as low as $925 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flights?

You could potentially save up to 23% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flight.

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

As of January 2026, prices for San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flights are approximately 8% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Fastest flight time

16h 35m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro takes 16h 35m
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro. There are no popular flight routes from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro.
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  • How far is San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro by plane?

    San Francisco and Rio de Janeiro are 6620.2 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 16h 35m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

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

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

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Rio de Janeiro.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Rio de Janeiro 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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Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro

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DeltaPriceFrom $342Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,127 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $392Free CancellationRating
6.6
2,492 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $565Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,667 reviews
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $798Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,560 reviews
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LATAM AirlinesPriceFrom $808Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,918 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $906Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,206 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $990Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,215 reviews
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Fly into one of these airports located in Rio de Janeiro

Airports listed have a maximum distance of 8.1 mi from Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport