Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

$326+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Brazil (GIG)

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SFO — GIG
Oct 11 — Oct 181
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl are usually found in October or January, booked 3 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$575
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$326
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,058
From San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
One-way flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($149 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($43 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/48:25 amSFO - GIG
2 stops25h 45mAir Canada
Wed 11/123:55 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops34h 27mAir Canada
Deal found 9/9$575
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/18:25 amSFO - GIG
2 stops29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/103:55 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops34h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$587
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/18:25 amSFO - GIG
2 stops25h 45mAir Canada
Sun 12/149:00 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop29h 34mAir Canada
Deal found 9/10$609
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/58:30 amSFO - GIG
2 stops25h 40mAir Canada
Mon 11/173:55 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops34h 27mAir Canada
Deal found 9/11$615
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2211:40 amSFO - GIG
2 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/278:45 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops44h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$620
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/2411:40 amSFO - GIG
2 stops23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/313:55 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops33h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$623
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/48:25 amSFO - GIG
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/143:55 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops34h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$625
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/411:10 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/129:55 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$646
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/81:35 amSFO - GIG
2 stops23h 50mAvianca
Thu 11/137:30 amGIG - SFO
2 stops19h 20mAvianca
Deal found 9/9$652
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/232:30 amSFO - GIG
2 stops41h 55mAvianca
Fri 10/317:30 amGIG - SFO
2 stops19h 20mAvianca
Deal found 9/9$669

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport that are best for you.

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San Francisco

Fly to

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Sat 9/27

7:25 am-10:15 am

2 stops22h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 10/2

10:05 am-11:39 pm

1 stop17h 34m

$853

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Fri 9/26

10:55 am-12:40 pm

2 stops21h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 10/6

10:05 am-11:39 pm

1 stop17h 34m

$860

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Fri 11/14

11:10 pm-12:40 am

2 stops44h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 11/24

7:30 am-11:20 pm

2 stops44h 50m

$875

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Sat 11/8

12:36 am-4:00 am

1 stop22h 24m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 11/12

9:55 am-11:17 pm

1 stop18h 22m

$1,028

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Mon 11/3

12:36 am-12:30 am

1 stop18h 54m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 11/14

5:10 am-11:17 pm

1 stop23h 07m

$1,028

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Sat 11/8

12:36 am-8:00 am

1 stop26h 24m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 11/13

9:55 am-11:17 pm

1 stop18h 22m

$1,028

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Mon 12/1

5:15 am-9:35 am

1 stop23h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 12/10

9:55 pm-2:54 pm

1 stop21h 59m

$1,040

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Thu 11/6

5:15 am-9:35 am

1 stop23h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 11/17

9:55 pm-9:45 am

1 stop16h 50m

$1,040

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Thu 11/13

12:36 am-8:00 am

1 stop26h 24m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 11/23

1:30 am-11:17 pm

1 stop26h 47m

$1,048

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Wed 11/5

12:36 am-4:00 am

1 stop22h 24m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 11/11

1:30 am-11:17 pm

1 stop26h 47m

$1,048

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is 3 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.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $754). Flying from San Francisco 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 30% on flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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 September 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Copa Airlines, and LATAM Airlines from San Francisco 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.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. 6 airlines have flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Airlines like Avianca and Copa Airlines fly from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in about 22h 24m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 22h 06m. There are 6607 mi between San Francisco and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Avianca, at $392, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Copa Airlines. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport for 64% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $754). Flying from San Francisco 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 6 airlines flying from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$392Average$743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$737Average$1,199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$745Average$1,112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$753Average$1,206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$826Average$966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$882Average$1,285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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