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$918+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Brazil (GIG)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — GIG
oct. 17 — oct. 241
vie. 10/17
vie. 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG). 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 septiembre 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$865
(Air Canada)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,182
From Sacramento Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($131 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Find flight deals from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 17, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/129:16 amSMF - GIG
2 stops20h 29mLATAM Airlines
lun. 11/1712:40 pmGIG - SMF
2 stops27h 32mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/14$953
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/176:45 amSMF - GIG
2 stops34h 00mLATAM Airlines
mié. 12/109:30 pmGIG - SMF
1 stop18h 44mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/15$983
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/1710:30 pmSMF - GIG
2 stops26h 55mDelta
mié. 12/109:30 pmGIG - SMF
1 stop18h 44mDelta
Deal found 9/17$1,040
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/2611:19 amSMF - GIG
1 stop17h 16mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/99:55 pmGIG - SMF
2 stops27h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$1,045
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/1710:30 pmSMF - GIG
2 stops26h 55mLATAM Airlines
vie. 12/1212:10 pmGIG - SMF
2 stops27h 17mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,067
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/175:30 amSMF - GIG
1 stop23h 05mUnited Airlines
mié. 12/179:55 pmGIG - SMF
2 stops29h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,070
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/176:05 amSMF - GIG
2 stops22h 30mUnited Airlines
vie. 12/129:55 pmGIG - SMF
1 stop19h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$1,080
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/2312:07 pmSMF - GIG
2 stops23h 03mLATAM Airlines
vie. 10/312:00 pmGIG - SMF
2 stops24h 47mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,081

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Sacramento

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Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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SacramentoRio de Janeiro

SMF - GIG

SMFGIG

Sacramento Intl

mar. 2/17

7:00 am-2:35 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

jue. 2/19

9:30 pm-10:17 pm

2 stops29h 47m

$918

SacramentoRio de Janeiro

SMF - GIG

SMFGIG

Sacramento Intl

mié. 11/12

9:16 am-10:45 am

2 stops20h 29m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

lun. 11/17

12:40 pm-11:12 am

2 stops27h 32m

$953

SacramentoRio de Janeiro

SMF - GIG

SMFGIG

Sacramento Intl

lun. 11/17

9:16 am-11:35 am

2 stops21h 19m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mié. 12/10

10:15 am-11:14 am

2 stops29h 59m

$983

SacramentoRio de Janeiro

SMF - GIG

SMFGIG

Sacramento Intl

mar. 11/25

12:22 pm-8:20 am

1 stop14h 58m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mar. 12/9

11:30 am-11:14 am

2 stops28h 44m

$983

SacramentoRio de Janeiro

SMF - GIG

SMFGIG

Sacramento Intl

lun. 11/17

10:30 pm-6:25 am

2 stops26h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mié. 12/10

9:30 pm-11:14 am

1 stop18h 44m

$1,040

SacramentoRio de Janeiro

SMF - GIG

SMFGIG

Sacramento Intl

mié. 10/1

7:00 am-8:55 pm

2 stops33h 55m

$1,428

SacramentoRio de Janeiro

SMF - GIG

SMFGIG

Sacramento Intl

mié. 10/1

1:05 pm-8:15 am

1 stop15h 10m

$3,038

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Deals found on 9/15

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $755). Flying from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,290). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. 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 Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Reviews last updated septiembre 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

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Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Sacramento Intl (SMF), located 9.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. 2 airlines have flights from Sacramento Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Sacramento Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl per day.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    For as low as $918, LATAM Airlines can have you in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from Sacramento in 26h 35m. Airlines will cover a distance of 6599 mi.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $757 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $1,057. American Airlines is priced at 41% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $755). Flying from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,290). 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 2 airlines flying from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated septiembre 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$757Average$1,424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,057Average$1,263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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