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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport ranges from 1.6 - 5.1 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 69.8 F).

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

Before booking your flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport check out the most popular airlines for this route: American Airlines, Avianca or Copa Airlines.

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

Sunday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 27%.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, October can be a great choice for travel to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from San Francisco in October are about $1,054 on average during October, but can be found for as low as $663.

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.

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

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 40 days in advance to save up to 31% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 40 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $817, or $1,001 for flights within the next 24 hours.

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Mon 9/112:05 amSFO - GIG

2 stops20h 20mAvianca

Fri 9/121:30 amGIG - SFO

2 stops26h 25mAvianca

Deal found 7/1

$746

Sun 8/242:20 pmSFO - GIG

2 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines

Sun 9/71:27 amGIG - SFO

1 stop26h 12mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/3

$755

Fri 8/221:41 pmSFO - GIG

1 stop16h 34mLATAM Airlines

Wed 8/2711:30 amGIG - SFO

2 stops30h 54mLATAM Airlines

Deal found 7/2

$785

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Mon 9/112:05 amSFO - GIG

2 stops20h 20mAvianca

Fri 9/121:30 amGIG - SFO

2 stops26h 25mAvianca

Deal found 7/1

$746

Sun 8/242:20 pmSFO - GIG

2 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines

Sun 9/71:27 amGIG - SFO

1 stop26h 12mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/3

$755

Fri 8/221:41 pmSFO - GIG

1 stop16h 34mLATAM Airlines

Wed 8/2711:30 amGIG - SFO

2 stops30h 54mLATAM Airlines

Deal found 7/2

$785

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Wed 7/912:05 amSFO - GIG

2 stops20h 20mMultiple Airlines

Thu 7/249:00 pmGIG - SFO

1 stop21h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/1

$1,007

Wed 7/91:25 amSFO - GIG

1 stop18h 50mCopa Airlines

Wed 7/231:29 amGIG - SFO

1 stop26h 11mCopa Airlines

Deal found 7/3

$1,631

Thu 7/101:41 pmSFO - GIG

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1 stop25h 46mLATAM Airlines

Deal found 7/1

$806

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Deal found 7/2

$930

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Deal found 7/1

$1,708

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Deal found 7/2

$756

Fri 8/221:41 pmSFO - GIG

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Wed 8/2711:30 amGIG - SFO

2 stops30h 54mLATAM Airlines

Deal found 7/2

$785

Sun 8/242:20 pmSFO - GIG

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Sun 9/71:27 amGIG - SFO

1 stop26h 12mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/3

$755

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$853

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Tue 9/92:30 amSFO - GIG

2 stops17h 55mAvianca

Deal found 6/30

$334

Tue 9/95:50 amSFO - GIG

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Deal found 7/2

$358

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Deal found 6/30

$394

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1 stop24h 00mDelta

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$508

Sun 9/2812:43 amSFO - GIG

1 stop27h 32mUnited Airlines

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1 stop16h 05mAmerican Airlines

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

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is 11 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $755). 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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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 a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, LATAM Airlines, and United 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.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,982 reviews

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.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,982 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,982 reviews

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.

LATAM Airlines

7.5

Good

1,805 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,982 reviews

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.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,861 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,982 reviews

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.

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,982 reviews

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.

Avianca

6.7

Okay

2,363 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,982 reviews

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.

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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.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport round-trip?
Avianca, at $746, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be LATAM Airlines. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport for 31% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport one-way?
The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport are Avianca ($334), LATAM Airlines ($394), and Delta ($508).
Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl that include hotel bookings?
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How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?
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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $755). 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

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Avianca	Cheapest$693	Average$870	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Copa Airlines	Cheapest$733	Average$877	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%
American Airlines	Cheapest$737	Average$1,199	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
LATAM Airlines	Cheapest$789	Average$970	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%
Delta	Cheapest$826	Average$1,206	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
United Airlines	Cheapest$957	Average$1,292	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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