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

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1:20 pm - 12:40 amSFO-GIG
30h 20m2 stops
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7:30 am - 9:50 pmGIG-SFO
19h 20m2 stops
$653Avianca
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Mon, Feb 2 - Wed, Mar 4
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6:50 pm - 12:05 pmSFO-GIG
36h 15m2 stops
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9:00 pm - 10:54 amGIG-SFO
18h 54m1 stop
$658Air Canada
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Mon, Jan 19 - Sun, Feb 1
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8:25 am - 3:10 pmSFO-GIG
25h 45m2 stops
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9:00 pm - 9:34 pmGIG-SFO
29h 34m1 stop
$659Air Canada
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Mon, Dec 1 - Sun, Dec 14
Air Canada Logo
11:00 pm - 12:05 pmSFO-GIG
32h 05m1 stop
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9:00 pm - 9:39 pmGIG-SFO
29h 39m1 stop
$660Air Canada
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Mon, Feb 16 - Sun, Mar 1
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11:00 pm - 12:05 pmSFO-GIG
32h 05m1 stop
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7:45 am - 9:22 pmGIG-SFO
42h 37m2 stops
$664Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 2
Air Canada Logo
8:30 am - 3:10 pmSFO-GIG
25h 40m2 stops
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3:55 pm - 9:22 pmGIG-SFO
34h 27m2 stops
$665Air Canada
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Wed, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 17
Air Canada Logo
8:30 am - 2:20 pmSFO-SDU
25h 50m2 stops
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1:45 pm - 8:50 pmSDU-SFO
35h 05m2 stops
$670Air Canada
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Wed, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:25 am - 3:10 pmSFO-GIG
25h 45m2 stops
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11:30 am - 10:54 amGIG-SFO
28h 24m2 stops
$671Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 19
Avianca Logo
11:10 pm - 12:40 amSFO-GIG
20h 30m2 stops
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1:45 am - 12:00 pmGIG-SFO
39h 15m2 stops
$683Avianca
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Mon, Feb 23 - Sun, Mar 1
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11:30 am - 7:40 pmSFO-SDU
27h 10m2 stops
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8:05 pm - 10:03 amSDU-SFO
18h 58m2 stops
$1,033LATAM Airlines
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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
Jan 19
SFO6:50 pmSan Francisco
36h 15m
2 stops
GIG12:05 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Feb 1
GIG9:00 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
18h 54m
1 stop
SFO10:54 amSan Francisco
$658
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Air Canada
Dec 1
SFO8:25 amSan Francisco
25h 45m
2 stops
GIG3:10 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Dec 14
GIG9:00 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
29h 34m
1 stop
SFO9:34 pmSan Francisco
$659
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Air Canada
Feb 16
SFO11:00 pmSan Francisco
32h 05m
1 stop
GIG12:05 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Mar 1
GIG9:00 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
29h 39m
1 stop
SFO9:39 pmSan Francisco
$660
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Avianca flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro

Our best Avianca deals on San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flight tickets
Avianca
Feb 2
SFO1:20 pmSan Francisco
30h 20m
2 stops
GIG12:40 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Mar 4
GIG7:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
19h 20m
2 stops
SFO9:50 pmSan Francisco
$653
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Avianca
Feb 23
SFO11:10 pmSan Francisco
20h 30m
2 stops
GIG12:40 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Mar 1
GIG1:45 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
39h 15m
2 stops
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
$683
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Avianca
Nov 4
SFO11:10 pmSan Francisco
26h 15m
2 stops
GIG6:25 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Nov 11
GIG1:45 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
39h 15m
2 stops
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
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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 September 17, 2025.
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San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Mon 2/2

1:20 pm-12:40 am

2 stops30h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 3/4

7:30 am-9:50 pm

2 stops19h 20m

$653

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Mon 1/19

6:50 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops36h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 2/1

9:00 pm-10:54 am

1 stop18h 54m

$658

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Mon 12/1

8:25 am-3:10 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 12/14

9:00 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop29h 34m

$659

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Mon 2/16

11:00 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 3/1

9:00 pm-9:39 pm

1 stop29h 39m

$660

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

11:00 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 3/2

7:45 am-9:22 pm

2 stops42h 37m

$664

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Wed 11/5

8:30 am-3:10 pm

2 stops25h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 11/17

3:55 pm-9:22 pm

2 stops34h 27m

$665

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Wed 10/22

8:30 am-2:20 pm

2 stops25h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 10/30

1:45 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops35h 05m

$670

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Tue 11/11

8:25 am-3:10 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 11/19

11:30 am-10:54 am

2 stops28h 24m

$671

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

11:10 pm-12:40 am

2 stops20h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 3/1

1:45 am-12:00 pm

2 stops39h 15m

$683

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Mon 1/26

11:30 am-7:40 pm

2 stops27h 10m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 2/8

8:05 pm-10:03 am

2 stops18h 58m

$1,033

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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 August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $933, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of May is another great option to travel to Rio de Janeiro, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $937.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Rio de Janeiro?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Rio de Janeiro from San Francisco. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $965. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from San Francisco because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,278.

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

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro when you can find flight prices for as low as $766. Flying to Rio de Janeiro in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to Rio de Janeiro, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,309 per ticket.

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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Rio de Janeiro for around $1,110 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 $994 on momondo.

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

As of September 2025, 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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  • 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.

  • 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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AviancaPriceFrom $392Free CancellationRating
6.7
2,436 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $737Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $753Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,961 reviews
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LATAM AirlinesPriceFrom $826Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,849 reviews
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $876Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,533 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $882Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,926 reviews
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Can I find flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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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