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$448+ 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 7/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAL — GIG
Apr 26 — May 31
Sun 4/26
Sun 5/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 March 27, 2026.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 6/107:35 am
SAL
-
GIG
3 stops33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/201:35 am
GIG
-
SAL
1 stop12h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$714
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Fri 6/58:05 am
SAL
-
GIG
2 stops29h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/207:20 am
GIG
-
SAL
1 stop11h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$749
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 6/910:05 pm
SAL
-
GIG
2 stops19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/121:35 am
GIG
-
SAL
1 stop12h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/23$770
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/2110:05 pm
SAL
-
GIG
2 stops35h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/261:35 am
GIG
-
SAL
1 stop12h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$771
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Tue 9/157:32 pm
SAL
-
GIG
2 stops17h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/234:40 pm
GIG
-
SAL
1 stop21h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$774
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Mon 4/1312:05 pm
SAL
-
GIG
1 stop15h 10m
Avianca
Tue 4/217:20 am
GIG
-
SAL
1 stop11h 20m
Avianca
Deal found 3/24$778
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/58:05 am
SAL
-
GIG
1 stop13h 25m
Avianca
Fri 5/81:35 am
GIG
-
SAL
1 stop12h 30m
Avianca
Deal found 3/24$779
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 5/58:05 am
SAL
-
GIG
1 stop13h 25m
Avianca
Wed 5/134:40 pm
GIG
-
SAL
1 stop16h 50m
Avianca
Deal found 3/24$780
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 5/198:05 am
SAL
-
GIG
1 stop13h 25m
Avianca
Sun 5/247:20 am
GIG
-
SAL
1 stop11h 20m
Avianca
Deal found 3/24$781

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

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$714
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$448
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$712
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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 March 27, 2026.
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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Price

Cheapest round-trip

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 6/10

7:35 am-8:05 pm

3 stops33h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 6/20

1:35 am-11:05 am

1 stop12h 30m

$714

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 7/31

12:05 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops22h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 8/8

7:20 am-3:40 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$780

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 6/10

8:05 am-12:30 am

1 stop13h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 6/20

1:35 am-11:05 am

1 stop12h 30m

$795

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 5/7

12:05 pm-10:20 am

2 stops19h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 5/14

7:20 am-3:40 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$799

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 5/9

10:05 pm-10:40 am

2 stops33h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 5/15

1:35 am-10:55 am

2 stops12h 20m

$837

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 9/18

12:05 pm-6:15 am

1 stop15h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 9/20

1:35 am-11:05 am

1 stop12h 30m

$849

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 5/7

7:30 am-6:15 am

3 stops19h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 5/13

1:35 am-4:50 pm

3 stops18h 15m

$872
Quickest round-trip

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 8/4

8:05 am-12:30 am

1 stop13h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 8/14

7:20 am-3:40 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$877
Cheapest one-way

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 7/22

10:05 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops22h 05m

$448
Quickest one-way

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 7/6

8:05 am-12:30 am

1 stop13h 25m

$449

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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 March 13, 2026.

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 $229). Flying from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $649). 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.

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 March 27, 2026.
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
7.5
Good
1,579 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,579 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,579 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,506 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,579 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it

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 13h 25m. Fly via Avianca 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 Copa Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $416 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Avianca, starting at $524. Copa Airlines is 37% 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 $229). Flying from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $649). 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 March 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$416Average$679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$524Average$635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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