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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro from $350

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2:15 pm - 12:30 am
SFO
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GIG
30h 15m
2 stops
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1:35 am - 12:50 pm
GIG
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SFO
39h 15m
2 stops
$773Avianca
Thu, Aug 13 - Wed, Aug 26
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2:30 am - 6:15 am
SFO
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GIG
23h 45m
2 stops
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4:40 pm - 10:35 pm
GIG
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SFO
33h 55m
2 stops
$776Avianca
Thu, Sep 24 - Tue, Sep 29
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11:55 pm - 3:35 pm
SFO
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GIG
35h 40m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:20 pm - 9:35 pm
GIG
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SFO
32h 15m
2 stops
$789Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
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10:45 pm - 12:25 am
SFO
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GIG
21h 40m
2 stops
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10:30 am - 6:14 pm
GIG
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SFO
35h 44m
1 stop
$790Multiple Airlines
Sun, May 10 - Tue, May 19
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11:55 pm - 12:30 am
SFO
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GIG
20h 35m
2 stops
Avianca Logo
4:40 pm - 10:35 pm
GIG
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SFO
33h 55m
2 stops
$792Avianca
Sat, Aug 8 - Sat, Sep 5
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2:15 pm - 12:30 am
SFO
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GIG
30h 15m
2 stops
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1:35 am - 10:35 pm
GIG
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SFO
25h 00m
2 stops
$793Avianca
Wed, Aug 5 - Thu, Aug 20
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2:15 pm - 3:35 pm
SFO
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GIG
21h 20m
2 stops
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1:35 am - 10:35 pm
GIG
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SFO
25h 00m
2 stops
$796Avianca
Tue, May 19 - Mon, May 25
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11:10 am - 4:45 pm
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SDU
25h 35m
2 stops
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1:45 pm - 11:17 am
SDU
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SFO
25h 32m
2 stops
$885Air Canada
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
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11:46 pm - 4:45 pm
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SDU
36h 59m
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1:45 pm - 9:44 pm
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36h 59m
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$889Air Canada
Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Nov 10
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11:46 pm - 4:45 pm
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36h 59m
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1:45 pm - 11:17 am
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25h 32m
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$948Air Canada
Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21

Avianca flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro

Our best Avianca deals on San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flight tickets
Avianca
Aug 13
SFO2:15 pmSan Francisco
30h 15m
2 stops
GIG12:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Aug 26
GIG1:35 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
39h 15m
2 stops
SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco
$773
Avianca
Sep 24
SFO2:30 amSan Francisco
23h 45m
2 stops
GIG6:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Sep 29
GIG4:40 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
33h 55m
2 stops
SFO10:35 pmSan Francisco
$776
Avianca
Aug 20
SFO11:55 pmSan Francisco
20h 35m
2 stops
GIG12:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Sep 2
GIG7:20 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
33h 30m
2 stops
SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco
$783

LATAM Airlines flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro

Our best LATAM Airlines deals on San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flight tickets
LATAM Airlines
May 7
SFO9:54 pmSan Francisco
42h 51m
2 stops
GIG8:45 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
May 11
GIG9:00 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
21h 56m
1 stop
SFO2:56 pmSan Francisco
$985
LATAM Airlines
Jul 13
SFO7:00 amSan Francisco
21h 35m
2 stops
SDU8:35 amRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
Jul 28
SDU8:15 pmRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
18h 34m
2 stops
SFO10:49 amSan Francisco
$1,321

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San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Thu 8/13

2:15 pm-12:30 am

2 stops30h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 8/26

1:35 am-12:50 pm

2 stops39h 15m

$773

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Thu 9/24

2:30 am-6:15 am

2 stops23h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 9/29

4:40 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops33h 55m

$776

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Fri 10/16

11:55 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops35h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 10/19

5:20 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops32h 15m

$789

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Sun 5/10

10:45 pm-12:25 am

2 stops21h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 5/19

10:30 am-6:14 pm

1 stop35h 44m

$790

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Sat 8/8

11:55 pm-12:30 am

2 stops20h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 9/5

4:40 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops33h 55m

$792

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Wed 8/5

2:15 pm-12:30 am

2 stops30h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 8/20

1:35 am-10:35 pm

2 stops25h 00m

$793
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Tue 5/19

2:15 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops21h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 5/25

1:35 am-10:35 pm

2 stops25h 00m

$796

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Wed 10/14

11:10 am-4:45 pm

2 stops25h 35m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 10/21

1:45 pm-11:17 am

2 stops25h 32m

$885

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Mon 10/12

11:46 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops36h 59m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 11/10

1:45 pm-9:44 pm

2 stops36h 59m

$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-11:17 am

2 stops25h 32m

$948

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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 $1,102 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 18% 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 April 2026, prices for San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flights are approximately 2% 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

17h 25m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro takes 17h 25m
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 17h 25m, 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
8,465 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $392Free CancellationRating
6.5
2,517 reviews
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GOLPriceFrom $415Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,207 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $630Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,982 reviews
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $791Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,578 reviews
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LATAM AirlinesPriceFrom $826Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,911 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $987Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,681 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $988Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,677 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