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$378+ Cheap flights from San Salvador (SAL) 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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAL — GIG
Nov 28 — Dec 51
Fri 11/28
Fri 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl are usually found in September or May, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Salvador (SAL) 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 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$603
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$378
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$646
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Find flight deals from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Cheapest flights from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 29, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/275:35 pmSAL - GIG
2 stops13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/56:25 amGIG - SAL
2 stops18h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$673
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/2712:15 pmSAL - GIG
2 stops18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/410:30 pmGIG - SAL
2 stops26h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$678
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Thu 11/271:46 pmSAL - GIG
1 stop31h 44mCopa Airlines
Fri 12/55:10 amGIG - SAL
1 stop10h 29mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/27$695
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Wed 11/510:25 pmSAL - GIG
2 stops37h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/128:35 pmGIG - SAL
2 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$728
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/277:30 amSAL - GIG
3 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/35:05 pmGIG - SAL
2 stops21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$744
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/289:05 amSAL - GIG
2 stops18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/41:30 amGIG - SAL
1 stop25h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$776
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/38:33 amSAL - GIG
1 stop20h 27mCopa Airlines
Mon 12/85:10 amGIG - SAL
1 stop18h 25mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/28$805

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Salvador 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 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport that are best for you.

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San Salvador

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Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 3/11

5:02 am-12:30 am

1 stop16h 28m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 3/16

10:10 am-11:37 pm

1 stop16h 27m

$805

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 3/10

8:35 am-12:30 am

1 stop12h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 3/17

10:10 am-11:37 pm

1 stop16h 27m

$805

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 3/11

8:35 am-12:30 am

1 stop12h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 3/18

10:10 am-11:37 pm

1 stop16h 27m

$805

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 3/26

1:45 pm-8:00 am

1 stop15h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 4/3

5:10 am-8:38 pm

1 stop18h 28m

$805

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 3/29

1:40 pm-3:50 am

1 stop11h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 4/3

5:10 am-8:38 pm

1 stop18h 28m

$805

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 3/15

8:35 am-8:00 am

1 stop20h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 3/21

10:10 am-11:37 pm

1 stop16h 27m

$805

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 3/12

7:30 am-12:30 am

1 stop14h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 3/16

1:40 am-12:43 pm

1 stop14h 03m

$805

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 12/11

12:15 pm-6:25 am

2 stops15h 10m

$378

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 12/11

12:05 pm-6:25 am

1 stop15h 20m

$415

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 1/17

12:05 pm-6:25 am

1 stop15h 20m

$415

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Compare providers for flights from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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 Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 Salvador-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 Salvador-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 Salvador-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 Salvador-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 Salvador-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.

Best time to book a flight from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl from San Salvador with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is 87 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 Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $233). Flying from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $593). 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 SAL to GIG?

Find hourly flight availability from San Salvador 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 29, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 55% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

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 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Copa Airlines and Avianca from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,563 reviews

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,563 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,563 reviews

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,467 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,563 reviews

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) if they book a flight from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. On average, El Salvador Intl has 0 outbound flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl per day from 2 airlines. San Salvador El Salvador Intl is conveniently located just 20.5 mi from San Salvador’s city center.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in 16h 28m. Fly via Copa Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 3982 mi between San Salvador and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is Avianca. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $398 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Copa Airlines, starting at $416. Avianca is 36% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $233). Flying from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $593). 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 San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Salvador 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 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$398Average$592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$416Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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