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$598+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA (SJC) 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 1/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — GIG
Dec 17 — Dec 241
Wed 12/17
Wed 12/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 November 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,031
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$598
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,197
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 17, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/306:00 amSJC - GIG
2 stops22h 25mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/311:55 pmGIG - SJC
2 stops25h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/17$1,237
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/296:25 amSJC - GIG
1 stop20h 55mLATAM Airlines
Sun 12/712:40 pmGIG - SJC
2 stops28h 00mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/16$1,254
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/306:25 amSJC - GIG
2 stops34h 25mLATAM Airlines
Wed 12/39:30 pmGIG - SJC
1 stop19h 10mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/17$1,272
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Tue 11/181:16 pmSJC - GIG
1 stop15h 19mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/259:55 pmGIG - SJC
1 stop19h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/17$1,286
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/116:35 amSJC - GIG
1 stop20h 45mLATAM Airlines
Tue 12/1612:40 pmGIG - SJC
2 stops28h 00mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/16$1,376
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/156:00 amSJC - GIG
2 stops22h 25mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/2210:30 pmGIG - SJC
1 stop27h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/15$1,466
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
Wed 11/261:16 pmSJC - GIG
1 stop15h 19mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/309:55 pmGIG - SJC
2 stops44h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/16$1,501
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
Wed 11/269:03 amSJC - GIG
2 stops20h 42mLATAM Airlines
Sun 11/306:25 pmGIG - SJC
2 stops23h 54mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/16$1,510
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 11/206:25 amSJC - GIG
1 stop20h 55mLATAM Airlines
Sat 11/225:05 pmGIG - SJC
2 stops23h 27mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/16$1,536
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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.
Mon 12/158:45 amSJC - GIG
2 stops19h 50mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/229:55 pmGIG - SJC
2 stops28h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/15$1,575

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

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San JoseRio de Janeiro

SJC - GIG

SJCGIG

San Jose

Wed 1/21

5:05 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops18h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 1/25

9:30 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop20h 26m

$1,031

San JoseRio de Janeiro

SJC - GIG

SJCGIG

San Jose

Fri 1/23

9:15 am-2:10 pm

2 stops23h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 1/27

5:40 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops24h 25m

$1,031

San JoseRio de Janeiro

SJC - GIG

SJCGIG

San Jose

Tue 1/20

7:00 am-4:30 pm

2 stops28h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 1/26

7:15 am-10:12 pm

2 stops19h 57m

$1,031

San JoseRio de Janeiro

SJC - GIG

SJCGIG

San Jose

Mon 1/19

7:00 am-7:10 am

2 stops19h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 1/28

9:30 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop20h 26m

$1,031

San JoseRio de Janeiro

SJC - GIG

SJCGIG

San Jose

Mon 1/19

7:00 am-7:10 am

2 stops19h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 1/26

9:30 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop20h 26m

$1,031

San JoseRio de Janeiro

SJC - GIG

SJCGIG

San Jose

Wed 1/21

9:15 am-11:35 am

2 stops21h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 1/26

9:30 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop20h 26m

$1,031

San JoseRio de Janeiro

SJC - GIG

SJCGIG

San Jose

Fri 1/23

9:15 am-2:10 pm

2 stops23h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 1/25

9:30 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop20h 26m

$1,031

San JoseRio de Janeiro

SJC - GIG

SJCGIG

San Jose

Tue 1/20

7:00 am-4:30 pm

2 stops28h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 1/30

9:30 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop20h 26m

$1,031

San JoseRio de Janeiro

SJC - GIG

SJCGIG

San Jose

Wed 1/21

9:15 am-11:35 am

2 stops21h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 1/27

5:40 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops24h 25m

$1,031

San JoseRio de Janeiro

SJC - GIG

SJCGIG

San Jose

Mon 1/19

9:15 am-11:35 am

2 stops21h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 1/24

9:30 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop20h 26m

$1,031

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Jose to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl in November.
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FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose, California-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Jose, California-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Jose, California-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 Jose, California-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Jose, California-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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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $370). Flying from San Jose, California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $845). 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 SJC to GIG?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 November 17, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Jose, California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 77% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Jose 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 San Jose to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    San Jose (SJC) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Jose to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. You should not have trouble finding flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl from San Jose; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 0 airlines have flights from the San Jose airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. It is only a 2.9 mi journey to San Jose (SJC) from San Jose’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from San Jose, California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    For as low as $1,031, LATAM Airlines can have you in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from San Jose, California in 18h 45m. The distance between San Jose, California and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is about 6577 mi.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Jose 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 Jose 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 Jose to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl.

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $370). Flying from San Jose, California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $845). 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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