Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG) to San Francisco (SFO) from $449

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
GIG — SFO
Jun 11 — Jun 181

The best prices from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco are usually found in October or March, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$867

Round-trip from

$268
High demand for flights, 24% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 42% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in June 2024
From Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Thursday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to San Francisco.

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

Users have found that booking a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco at least 42 days early can save you up to 54% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 42 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco for as little as $694 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $798 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in July. For low rates, March can be a great choice for travel to San Francisco. Flights to San Francisco from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in March are about $902 on average during March, but can be found for as low as $336.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from GIG to SFO?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 12% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Wed 7/3110:40 amGIG - SFO
1 stop17h 00mCopa Airlines
Tue 9/178:03 pmSFO - GIG
1 stop24h 20mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/5$928
Tue 7/301:32 amGIG - SFO
1 stop26h 08mCopa Airlines
Tue 9/178:03 pmSFO - GIG
1 stop24h 20mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/5$989
Mon 7/295:20 amGIG - SFO
1 stop22h 20mCopa Airlines
Tue 8/68:03 pmSFO - GIG
1 stop24h 12mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/5$999
Tue 7/3012:50 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops28h 39mLATAM Airlines
Tue 9/1712:30 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops23h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,030
Mon 7/295:20 amGIG - SFO
1 stop22h 20mCopa Airlines
Mon 8/51:38 amSFO - GIG
1 stop18h 37mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,040
Tue 7/301:32 amGIG - SFO
1 stop20h 37mCopa Airlines
Mon 9/161:38 amSFO - GIG
1 stop18h 45mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,060
Mon 7/2912:50 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops28h 39mLATAM Airlines
Tue 8/612:44 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops24h 21mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,067
Wed 7/3112:50 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops26h 59mLATAM Airlines
Tue 9/177:10 amSFO - GIG
1 stop19h 40mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,077
Tue 7/3012:50 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops28h 39mLATAM Airlines
Tue 9/177:10 amSFO - GIG
1 stop19h 40mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,079

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl and San Francisco in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Thu 8/2210:45 amGIG - SFO
1 stop16h 49mCopa Airlines
Wed 8/281:38 amSFO - GIG
1 stop22h 02mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/5$816
Wed 8/211:20 amGIG - SFO
1 stop26h 14mCopa Airlines
Wed 8/281:38 amSFO - GIG
1 stop22h 02mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/6$849
Wed 8/1410:40 amGIG - SFO
1 stop17h 00mCopa Airlines
Sun 9/81:38 amSFO - GIG
1 stop22h 07mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/4$887
Wed 10/22:35 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops24h 12mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/611:45 amSFO - GIG
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$906
Wed 8/281:20 amGIG - SFO
1 stop26h 14mCopa Airlines
Mon 9/231:38 amSFO - GIG
1 stop18h 42mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/6$920
Thu 8/2210:45 amGIG - SFO
1 stop16h 49mCopa Airlines
Thu 8/298:03 pmSFO - GIG
1 stop24h 12mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/5$928
Tue 10/11:20 amGIG - SFO
1 stop26h 20mCopa Airlines
Tue 11/512:33 amSFO - GIG
1 stop18h 52mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/6$958
Wed 8/211:20 amGIG - SFO
1 stop26h 14mCopa Airlines
Thu 8/298:03 pmSFO - GIG
1 stop24h 12mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/5$961
Wed 10/210:45 amGIG - SFO
1 stop35h 27mCopa Airlines
Tue 11/512:33 amSFO - GIG
1 stop22h 17mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/6$967

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco flights leaving soon

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Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
Fri 6/141:30 amGIG - SFO
2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/264:35 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops42h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,314
Sat 6/159:05 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop30h 56mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/262:30 pmSFO - GIG
1 stop37h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,656
Sat 6/1511:00 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop27h 41mGOL
Mon 8/268:00 amSFO - GIG
2 stops34h 20mGOL
Deal found 6/5$1,785
Sat 6/157:05 amGIG - SFO
3 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/2611:00 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops36h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$4,603

One-way flights to San Francisco from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Search for one-way flight options from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco. Those seeking round-trip flights from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Tue 6/1810:35 amGIG - SFO
2 stops51h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$449
Mon 6/171:24 amGIG - SFO
1 stop21h 06mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/5$451
Mon 6/171:24 amGIG - SFO
2 stops36h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$459
Tue 6/255:00 amGIG - SFO
2 stops32h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$473
Tue 11/265:20 amGIG - SFO
1 stop17h 08mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/5$489
Sun 9/2210:45 amGIG - SFO
1 stop16h 55mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/6$530
Sun 6/161:30 amGIG - SFO
3 stops39h 15mAvianca
Deal found 6/5$534
Mon 6/171:30 amGIG - SFO
3 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$587
Sat 9/211:20 amGIG - SFO
1 stop20h 52mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/6$591

Find flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco 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, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$816 - $1,304

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Price

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 8/22

1 stop16h 49m

San Francisco

Wed 8/28

1 stop22h 02m

$816

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 8/21

1 stop26h 14m

San Francisco

Wed 8/28

1 stop22h 02m

$849

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 8/14

1 stop18h 34m

San Francisco

Mon 9/9

1 stop26h 55m

$1,019

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 8/22

3 stops30h 09m

San Francisco

Thu 8/29

1 stop19h 35m

$1,027

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 8/22

1 stop19h 07m

San Francisco

Sat 9/7

1 stop37h 45m

$1,058

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 9/2

1 stop25h 37m

San Francisco

Fri 9/13

1 stop26h 12m

$1,069

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 7/10

2 stops19h 59m

San Francisco

Wed 7/24

2 stops29h 08m

$1,277

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 7/11

2 stops19h 39m

San Francisco

Thu 7/25

2 stops20h 26m

$1,282

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 8/14

2 stops26h 15m

San Francisco

Thu 9/5

2 stops30h 15m

$1,304

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Deals found on 6/6

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
The best time to book flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco is 34 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco?

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Temperature and rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SFO

Temperature

51.8 - 62.6 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated June 6, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Copa Airlines and LATAM Airlines from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

8.0
Very good
2,561 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

7.6
Good
2,447 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

7.5
Good
2,322 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

7.5
Good
3,599 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    Located just 11.8 mi from the city center, San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Francisco from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Booking flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco (SFO) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl from 5 different airlines.

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    Yes, there are multiple flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco for under $900. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Copa Airlines for just $816, but on average you can expect to pay $982.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco for under $1,400?

    There are currently 4+ open flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco within the next 7 days for less than $1,400.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco round-trip from $816. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $1,019, and LATAM Airlines, from $1,027. You may be able to fly from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco for 6% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco are Copa Airlines ($451), Avianca ($534), and Air Canada ($653).

  • What does GIG to SFO mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a GIG to SFO flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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  • Can I find deals for flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco flight deals updated?

    The Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/6.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco?

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of $268). Flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $385). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$334Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$391Average$842FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$497Average$788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$741Average$1,264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$779Average$1,732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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