Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Flights via Panama City (PTY) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,551.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between San Francisco and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Houston (IAH) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What airlines fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Avianca are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from San Francisco according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Flights connecting via Miami (MIA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 16h 20m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

GOL is the most popular carrier operating from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Miami (MIA) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 04m.

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

Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

As of October 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

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

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–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.

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8:25 am - 2:45 pmSFO San Francisco-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

25h 20m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

9:00 pm - 4:05 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SFO San Francisco

24h 05m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl

$812Air Canada

Tue, Mar 2 - Wed, Mar 10

8:25 am - 2:45 pmSFO San Francisco-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

25h 20m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

9:00 pm - 11:05 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SFO San Francisco

19h 05m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

$812Air Canada

Tue, Mar 2 - Wed, Mar 10

11:00 pm - 12:30 amSFO San Francisco-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

20h 30m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Bogotá El Dorado

7:45 am - 9:40 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SFO San Francisco

18h 55m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$889Avianca

Sun, Mar 7 - Sat, Mar 13

11:55 pm - 12:30 amSFO San Francisco-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

20h 35m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Bogotá El Dorado

7:20 am - 10:35 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SFO San Francisco

19h 15m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$890Avianca

Fri, Apr 9 - Sun, Apr 18

6:59 am - 10:15 amSFO San Francisco-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

22h 16m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

11:00 pm - 2:35 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SFO San Francisco

20h 35m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

$901GOL

Sat, Jan 16 - Sat, Feb 6

8:35 am - 6:30 amSFO San Francisco-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

16h 55m1 stop Miami

11:55 pm - 7:23 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SFO San Francisco

24h 28m1 stop Miami

$901GOL

Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18

8:25 am - 8:20 pmSFO San Francisco-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

30h 55m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

9:00 pm - 1:10 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SFO San Francisco

21h 10m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

$936Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 29 - Sun, Dec 6

8:25 am - 8:20 pmSFO San Francisco-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

30h 55m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

9:00 pm - 1:51 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SFO San Francisco

21h 51m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl

$936Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 29 - Sun, Dec 6

12:33 am - 12:30 amSFO San Francisco-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

18h 57m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

5:05 am - 11:12 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SFO San Francisco

23h 07m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$939Copa Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 22

7:36 pm - 4:00 amSFO San Francisco-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

27h 24m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

5:05 am - 5:25 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SFO San Francisco

17h 20m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$939Copa Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Fri, Nov 20

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7:20 am - 10:15 amSFO San Francisco-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

22h 55m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

11:55 pm - 7:17 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SFO San Francisco

24h 22m1 stop Miami

$901GOL

Sun, Oct 25 - Fri, Nov 6

8:33 am - 6:00 amSFO San Francisco-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

17h 27m1 stop Miami

11:55 pm - 7:17 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SFO San Francisco

24h 22m1 stop Miami

$901GOL

Sat, Oct 24 - Fri, Nov 6

2:15 pm - 3:45 pmSFO San Francisco-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

21h 30m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Bogotá El Dorado

7:45 am - 9:40 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SFO San Francisco

18h 55m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$924Avianca

Sat, Oct 24 - Fri, Nov 6

2:15 pm - 12:30 amSFO San Francisco-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

30h 15m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Bogotá El Dorado

7:45 am - 9:40 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SFO San Francisco

18h 55m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$924Avianca

Sun, Oct 25 - Fri, Nov 6

8:36 pm - 8:00 amSFO San Francisco-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

31h 24m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

1:30 am - 11:12 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SFO San Francisco

26h 42m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$939Copa Airlines

Sun, Oct 25 - Thu, Nov 5

1:31 am - 8:00 amSFO San Francisco-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

26h 29m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

1:30 am - 11:12 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SFO San Francisco

26h 42m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$939Copa Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Fri, Nov 6

11:44 am - 4:50 pmSFO San Francisco-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

25h 06m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

9:05 pm - 12:42 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SFO San Francisco

20h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$951LATAM Airlines

Sun, Oct 25 - Fri, Nov 6

6:00 am - 6:15 amSFO San Francisco-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

20h 15m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Lima J Chavez Intl

7:10 am - 11:56 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SFO San Francisco

21h 46m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$951LATAM Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Fri, Nov 6

2:08 pm - 10:15 amSFO San Francisco-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

16h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:05 pm - 10:34 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SFO San Francisco

18h 29m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$951Delta

Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Nov 4

6:00 am - 6:15 amSFO San Francisco-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

20h 15m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Lima J Chavez Intl

9:05 pm - 3:59 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SFO San Francisco

23h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$951Delta

Sat, Oct 24 - Fri, Nov 6

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United Airlines flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

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Nov 18

SFO5:00 amSan Francisco

23h 35m

1 stop

GIG9:35 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Dec 1

GIG9:55 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

38h 25m

1 stop

SFO7:20 amSan Francisco

$964

United Airlines

Nov 22

SFO11:15 pmSan Francisco

29h 20m

1 stop

GIG9:35 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Dec 1

GIG9:55 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

38h 25m

1 stop

SFO7:20 amSan Francisco

$977

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Nov 22

SFO6:35 pmSan Francisco

34h 00m

1 stop

GIG9:35 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Dec 1

GIG9:55 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

31h 50m

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SFO12:45 amSan Francisco

$978

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Nov 3

SFO11:47 pmSan Francisco

25h 43m

1 stop

GIG6:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Nov 7

GIG11:55 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

29h 17m

1 stop

SFO12:12 amSan Francisco

$969

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Nov 7

SFO11:47 pmSan Francisco

25h 43m

1 stop

GIG6:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Nov 14

GIG10:15 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

17h 38m

1 stop

SFO10:53 amSan Francisco

$976

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Oct 25

SFO5:45 amSan Francisco

20h 15m

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GIG6:00 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Nov 7

GIG10:15 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

22h 21m

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SFO3:36 pmSan Francisco

$981

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2 stops18h 55m

$889

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11:55 pm-12:30 am

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7:20 am-10:35 pm

2 stops19h 15m

$890

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6:59 am-10:15 am

1 stop22h 16m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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1 stop20h 35m

$901

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Wed 11/11

8:35 am-6:30 am

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Wed 11/18

11:55 pm-7:23 pm

1 stop24h 28m

$901

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8:25 am-8:20 pm

2 stops30h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 12/6

9:00 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop21h 10m

$936

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SFO San Francisco - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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Sun 11/29

8:25 am-8:20 pm

2 stops30h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 12/6

9:00 pm-1:51 pm

2 stops21h 51m

$936

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SFO San Francisco - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Sun 11/8

12:33 am-12:30 am

1 stop18h 57m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 11/22

5:05 am-11:12 pm

1 stop23h 07m

$939

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO San Francisco - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Sun 11/8

7:36 pm-4:00 am

1 stop27h 24m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 11/20

5:05 am-5:25 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$939

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $858 to $1,230.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $812.

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

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco 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 $756. If you are unable to visit Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport during the month of August, then departing from San Francisco during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $915.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport for around $1,187 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from San Francisco for as low as $1,002 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 5% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight.

How have San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2026, prices for San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights are approximately 24% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$451
Fastest flight time	15h 05m
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The best one-way flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $451. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $812.

The fastest flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport takes 15h 05m

There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. There are no popular flight routes from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

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How far is San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by plane?
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl is 6612.3 mi away from San Francisco. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 15h 05m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?
As of October 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?
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–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 Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is United Airlines, representing 22% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are American Airlines at 18%, Avianca at 13%, and Copa Airlines at 12%.

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Delta	PriceFrom $342	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,669 reviews	Search Delta flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $603	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,559 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $660	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,553 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $704	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,798 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $800	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,971 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
GOL	PriceFrom $832	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,326 reviews	Search GOL flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $948	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,190 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $981	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,420 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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