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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro from $372

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2:15 pm - 3:35 pm
SFO
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GIG
21h 20m
2 stops
Avianca Logo
7:20 am - 12:50 pm
GIG
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SFO
33h 30m
2 stops
$773Avianca
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
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11:55 pm - 6:15 am
SFO
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GIG
26h 20m
2 stops
Avianca Logo
4:40 pm - 11:55 pm
GIG
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SFO
35h 15m
2 stops
$776Avianca
Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21
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2:15 pm - 3:35 pm
SFO
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GIG
21h 20m
2 stops
Avianca Logo
1:35 am - 12:50 pm
GIG
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SFO
39h 15m
2 stops
$783Avianca
Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 12
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2:15 pm - 6:15 am
SFO
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GIG
36h 00m
2 stops
Avianca Logo
1:35 am - 10:35 pm
GIG
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SFO
25h 00m
2 stops
$786Avianca
Thu, Aug 13 - Wed, Aug 26
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7:45 am - 12:30 am
SFO
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GIG
36h 45m
3 stops
Avianca Logo
7:20 am - 11:55 pm
GIG
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SFO
44h 35m
2 stops
$792Avianca
Mon, Jul 13 - Wed, Aug 12
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2:20 pm - 12:40 am
SFO
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GIG
30h 20m
2 stops
Avianca Logo
1:45 am - 9:50 pm
GIG
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SFO
25h 05m
2 stops
$793Avianca
Sat, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 9
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7:30 am - 11:05 am
SFO
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GIG
23h 35m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
2:50 pm - 1:15 pm
GIG
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SFO
27h 25m
2 stops
$803Air Canada
Sat, Oct 31 - Thu, Nov 12
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11:10 am - 4:45 pm
SFO
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SDU
25h 35m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:45 pm - 10:39 am
SDU
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SFO
24h 54m
2 stops
$857Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 20
Air Canada Logo
8:25 am - 4:45 pm
SFO
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SDU
28h 20m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
1:45 pm - 11:04 am
SDU
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SFO
26h 19m
2 stops
$889Air Canada
Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 12
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11:46 pm - 4:45 pm
SFO
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SDU
36h 59m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
1:45 pm - 10:39 am
SDU
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SFO
24h 54m
2 stops
$952Air Canada
Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21

Air Canada flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro

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Air Canada
Oct 31
SFO8:30 amSan Francisco
22h 35m
1 stop
GIG11:05 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Nov 12
GIG2:50 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
25h 14m
2 stops
SFO11:04 amSan Francisco
$803
Air Canada
Oct 31
SFO10:35 amSan Francisco
20h 30m
2 stops
GIG11:05 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Nov 18
GIG9:00 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
21h 15m
1 stop
SFO1:15 pmSan Francisco
$874
Air Canada
Oct 31
SFO8:30 amSan Francisco
22h 35m
1 stop
GIG11:05 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Nov 10
GIG2:50 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
25h 14m
2 stops
SFO11:04 amSan Francisco
$897

Aeromexico flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro

Our best Aeromexico deals on San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flight tickets
Aeromexico
Jun 15
SFO11:51 pmSan Francisco
30h 29m
2 stops
GIG10:20 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Jul 6
GIG6:00 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
21h 30m
2 stops
SFO11:30 pmSan Francisco
$875
Aeromexico
Oct 16
SFO11:19 pmSan Francisco
33h 51m
2 stops
SDU1:10 pmRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
Nov 2
SDU8:15 pmRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
28h 44m
2 stops
SFO7:59 pmSan Francisco
$1,116

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San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Wed 10/14

2:15 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops21h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 10/21

7:20 am-12:50 pm

2 stops33h 30m

$773

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Mon 9/14

11:55 pm-6:15 am

2 stops26h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 9/21

4:40 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops35h 15m

$776

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Tue 9/1

2:15 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops21h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 9/12

1:35 am-12:50 pm

2 stops39h 15m

$783

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Thu 8/13

2:15 pm-6:15 am

2 stops36h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 8/26

1:35 am-10:35 pm

2 stops25h 00m

$786

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Mon 7/13

7:45 am-12:30 am

3 stops36h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 8/12

7:20 am-11:55 pm

2 stops44h 35m

$792

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Sat 10/31

2:20 pm-12:40 am

2 stops30h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 11/9

1:45 am-9:50 pm

2 stops25h 05m

$793

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Sat 10/31

7:30 am-11:05 am

2 stops23h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 11/12

2:50 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops27h 25m

$803
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Tue 10/6

11:10 am-4:45 pm

2 stops25h 35m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 10/20

1:45 pm-10:39 am

2 stops24h 54m

$857

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Thu 10/29

8:25 am-4:45 pm

2 stops28h 20m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 11/12

1:45 pm-11:04 am

2 stops26h 19m

$889

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Mon 9/14

11:46 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops36h 59m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 9/21

1:45 pm-10:39 am

2 stops24h 54m

$952

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and Rio de Janeiro?

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 August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $281, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of December is another great option to travel to Rio de Janeiro, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $330.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Rio de Janeiro from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Rio de Janeiro for around $1,109 when searching weeks 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 $704 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 19% 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 May 2026, prices for San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flights are approximately 53% 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

20h 34m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro takes 20h 34m
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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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro

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

    San Francisco and Rio de Janeiro are 6619.3 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 20h 34m, 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.

  • What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro

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DeltaPriceFrom $342Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,459 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $392Free CancellationRating
6.5
2,522 reviews
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GOLPriceFrom $415Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,210 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $630Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,999 reviews
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $791Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,580 reviews
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LATAM AirlinesPriceFrom $830Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,916 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $987Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,670 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $988Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,683 reviews
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Can I find flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Rio de Janeiro from San Francisco on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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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