$315+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Brazil (GIG)
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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — GIG
Nov 12 — Nov 191
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlExplore 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 October 13, 2025.
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 October 13, 2025.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/111:40 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/189:55 amGIG - SFO
1 stop18h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$747
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Mon 10/2711:28 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops35h 42mAir Canada
Thu 11/63:55 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops34h 39mAir Canada
Deal found 10/12![Air Canada logo]()
$749
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/41:35 amSFO - GIG
2 stops23h 50mAvianca
Thu 11/137:30 amGIG - SFO
2 stops33h 30mAvianca
Deal found 10/12![Avianca logo]()
$750
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/11:35 amSFO - GIG
2 stops43h 05mAvianca
Fri 11/71:45 amGIG - SFO
2 stops26h 35mAvianca
Deal found 10/12![Avianca logo]()
$751
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/41:35 amSFO - GIG
2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/129:30 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop22h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$757
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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.
Mon 11/31:20 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops54h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/810:20 amGIG - SFO
2 stops28h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$758
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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.
Mon 12/18:25 amSFO - GIG
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/59:30 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$762
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Thu 11/271:40 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/31:45 amGIG - SFO
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$763
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Thu 11/69:50 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops27h 35mLATAM Airlines
Wed 11/126:55 amGIG - SFO
2 stops32h 40mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 10/12![LATAM Airlines logo]()
$767
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/10. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/85:50 amSFO - GIG
2 stops21h 30mLATAM Airlines
Fri 11/142:00 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops26h 30mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 10/10![LATAM Airlines logo]()
$771
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 October 13, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $747 (Avianca) |
One-way from | $315 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | April |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $906 |
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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 October 13, 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.
Fly from
San Francisco
Fly to
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Route
Depart
Return
Price
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO - GIG
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Sat 12/6
12:36 am-8:00 am
1 stop26h 24m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Sat 12/13
9:55 am-11:17 pm
1 stop18h 22m
$818
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO - GIG
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Wed 12/3
12:36 am-4:00 am
1 stop22h 24m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Fri 12/12
5:10 am-11:17 pm
1 stop23h 07m
$818
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO - GIG
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Sun 11/9
12:36 am-12:30 am
1 stop18h 54m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Tue 11/18
9:55 am-11:17 pm
1 stop18h 22m
$908
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO - GIG
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Fri 11/7
12:36 am-12:30 am
1 stop18h 54m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Fri 11/14
9:55 am-11:17 pm
1 stop18h 22m
$918
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO - GIG
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Wed 11/26
12:36 am-12:30 am
1 stop18h 54m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Thu 12/4
5:10 am-11:17 pm
1 stop23h 07m
$928
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO - GIG
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Thu 11/6
12:36 am-8:00 am
1 stop26h 24m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Thu 11/13
1:30 am-11:17 pm
1 stop26h 47m
$928
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO - GIG
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Mon 11/10
12:36 am-12:30 am
1 stop18h 54m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Tue 11/18
9:55 am-11:17 pm
1 stop18h 22m
$1,033
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO - GIG
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Tue 12/2
12:36 am-8:00 am
1 stop26h 24m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Wed 12/17
9:55 am-11:17 pm
1 stop18h 22m
$1,092
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO - GIG
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Sun 11/16
11:59 pm-9:35 am
1 stop28h 36m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Mon 11/24
9:55 pm-7:25 pm
1 stop26h 30m
$1,146
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO - GIG
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Mon 11/17
1:00 pm-9:35 am
1 stop15h 35m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Tue 11/25
9:55 pm-5:47 pm
1 stop24h 52m
$1,146
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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl in October.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $370). Flying from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $878). 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 October 13, 2025.
Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 29% on flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.
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 October 13, 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.
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.9
Food
7.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.9
Food
7.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.9
Food
7.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.9
Food
7.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.9
Food
7.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.9
Food
7.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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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 October 13, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$392 | Average$743 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$411 | Average$1,188 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$737 | Average$1,226 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$798 | Average$1,146 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$826 | Average$958 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$882 | Average$1,288 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |