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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro from $331

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro departing on 8/17. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Avianca Logo
11:55 pm - 12:30 am
SFO
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GIG
20h 35m
2 stops
Avianca Logo
7:20 am - 10:35 pm
GIG
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SFO
19h 15m
2 stops
$738Avianca
Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 2
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11:55 pm - 12:30 am
SFO
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GIG
20h 35m
2 stops
Avianca Logo
7:30 am - 10:50 pm
GIG
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SFO
19h 20m
2 stops
$739Avianca
Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 26
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11:55 pm - 12:30 am
SFO
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GIG
20h 35m
2 stops
Avianca Logo
7:20 am - 11:55 pm
GIG
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SFO
20h 35m
2 stops
$740Avianca
Wed, Aug 26 - Thu, Sep 3
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11:55 pm - 12:30 am
SFO
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GIG
20h 35m
2 stops
Avianca Logo
7:20 am - 11:55 pm
GIG
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SFO
20h 35m
2 stops
$741Avianca
Mon, Aug 17 - Tue, Sep 1
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11:55 pm - 12:30 am
SFO
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GIG
20h 35m
2 stops
Avianca Logo
7:20 am - 10:35 pm
GIG
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SFO
19h 15m
2 stops
$749Avianca
Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 22
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8:33 am - 6:15 am
SFO
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GIG
17h 42m
1 stop
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11:00 pm - 2:14 pm
GIG
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SFO
20h 14m
1 stop
$751GOL
Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 10
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7:30 am - 8:20 am
SFO
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GIG
20h 50m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
10:10 pm - 4:02 pm
GIG
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SFO
21h 52m
2 stops
$755American Airlines
Wed, Aug 12 - Thu, Aug 27
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7:04 am - 10:25 am
SFO
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GIG
22h 21m
2 stops
GOL Logo
11:55 pm - 9:02 pm
GIG
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SFO
26h 07m
1 stop
$757GOL
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Dec 1
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8:35 am - 8:20 am
SFO
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GIG
19h 45m
1 stop
GOL Logo
9:55 pm - 4:57 pm
GIG
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SFO
47h 02m
2 stops
$758GOL
Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21
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8:21 pm - 4:05 am
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GIG
27h 44m
1 stop
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10:30 am - 11:40 pm
GIG
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SFO
17h 10m
1 stop
$759Copa Airlines
Thu, Aug 13 - Thu, Aug 27

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

Our best Avianca deals on San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight tickets
Avianca
Aug 26
SFO11:55 pmSan Francisco
20h 35m
2 stops
GIG12:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Sep 2
GIG7:20 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
19h 15m
2 stops
SFO10:35 pmSan Francisco
$738
Avianca
Aug 26
SFO11:55 pmSan Francisco
20h 35m
2 stops
GIG12:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Sep 3
GIG7:20 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
20h 35m
2 stops
SFO11:55 pmSan Francisco
$740
Avianca
Aug 17
SFO11:55 pmSan Francisco
20h 35m
2 stops
GIG12:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Sep 1
GIG7:20 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
20h 35m
2 stops
SFO11:55 pmSan Francisco
$741

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

Our best Copa Airlines deals on San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight tickets
Copa Airlines
Oct 11
SFO1:12 amSan Francisco
19h 13m
1 stop
GIG12:25 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Oct 25
GIG1:35 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
26h 05m
1 stop
SFO11:40 pmSan Francisco
$739
Copa Airlines
Aug 13
SFO8:21 pmSan Francisco
27h 44m
1 stop
GIG4:05 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Aug 27
GIG10:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
17h 10m
1 stop
SFO11:40 pmSan Francisco
$759
Copa Airlines
Aug 13
SFO1:12 amSan Francisco
22h 53m
1 stop
GIG4:05 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Aug 22
GIG1:25 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
26h 15m
1 stop
SFO11:40 pmSan Francisco
$779

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San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Wed 8/26

11:55 pm-12:30 am

2 stops20h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 9/2

7:20 am-10:35 pm

2 stops19h 15m

$738

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Mon 10/12

11:55 pm-12:30 am

2 stops20h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 10/26

7:30 am-10:50 pm

2 stops19h 20m

$739

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Wed 8/26

11:55 pm-12:30 am

2 stops20h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 9/3

7:20 am-11:55 pm

2 stops20h 35m

$740

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Mon 8/17

11:55 pm-12:30 am

2 stops20h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 9/1

7:20 am-11:55 pm

2 stops20h 35m

$741

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Thu 10/8

11:55 pm-12:30 am

2 stops20h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 10/22

7:20 am-10:35 pm

2 stops19h 15m

$749
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San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Sat 10/31

8:33 am-6:15 am

1 stop17h 42m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 11/10

11:00 pm-2:14 pm

1 stop20h 14m

$751

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Wed 8/12

7:30 am-8:20 am

1 stop20h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 8/27

10:10 pm-4:02 pm

2 stops21h 52m

$755

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Tue 11/17

7:04 am-10:25 am

2 stops22h 21m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 12/1

11:55 pm-9:02 pm

1 stop26h 07m

$757

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Mon 9/14

8:35 am-8:20 am

1 stop19h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 9/21

9:55 pm-4:57 pm

2 stops47h 02m

$758

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Thu 8/13

8:21 pm-4:05 am

1 stop27h 44m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 8/27

10:30 am-11:40 pm

1 stop17h 10m

$759

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

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 $746. 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 $811.

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 $1,152 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 $1,003 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 18% 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 July 2026, prices for San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights are approximately 16% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time

17h 15m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport takes 17h 15m
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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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

  • 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 17h 15m.

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

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  • 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?

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

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DeltaPriceFrom $342Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,471 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $392Free CancellationRating
6.5
2,523 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $670Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,347 reviews
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $719Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,563 reviews
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LATAM AirlinesPriceFrom $739Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,957 reviews
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GOLPriceFrom $750Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,259 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $948Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,817 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $988Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,993 reviews
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