Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

$435+ 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 7/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAL — GIG
Jun 11 — Jun 181
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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 May 12, 2026.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/108:29 am
SAL
-
GIG
1 stop16h 36m
Copa Airlines
Wed 6/175:10 am
GIG
-
SAL
1 stop18h 24m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 5/11$678
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/268:29 am
SAL
-
GIG
1 stop13h 01m
Copa Airlines
Sat 7/41:30 am
GIG
-
SAL
1 stop14h 12m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 5/11$787
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Wed 8/1210:05 pm
SAL
-
GIG
1 stop14h 30m
Avianca
Thu 8/207:20 am
GIG
-
SAL
1 stop11h 20m
Avianca
Deal found 5/7$799
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/2412:05 pm
SAL
-
GIG
1 stop15h 10m
Avianca
Sun 6/287:20 am
GIG
-
SAL
1 stop11h 20m
Avianca
Deal found 5/10$800
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Wed 5/1312:05 pm
SAL
-
GIG
1 stop15h 10m
Avianca
Sat 5/167:20 am
GIG
-
SAL
1 stop11h 20m
Avianca
Deal found 5/8$801
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 9/218:05 am
SAL
-
GIG
1 stop13h 25m
Avianca
Tue 10/61:35 am
GIG
-
SAL
1 stop12h 30m
Avianca
Deal found 5/8$802
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/2410:05 pm
SAL
-
GIG
1 stop14h 30m
Avianca
Wed 6/31:35 am
GIG
-
SAL
1 stop12h 30m
Avianca
Deal found 5/11$803
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/1312:05 pm
SAL
-
GIG
2 stops17h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/184:40 pm
GIG
-
SAL
1 stop16h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$806
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Sun 8/210:05 pm
SAL
-
GIG
1 stop14h 30m
Avianca
Sun 8/94:40 pm
GIG
-
SAL
1 stop16h 50m
Avianca
Deal found 5/7$807
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Sun 5/1012:05 pm
SAL
-
GIG
1 stop15h 10m
Avianca
Wed 5/134:40 pm
GIG
-
SAL
1 stop16h 50m
Avianca
Deal found 5/7$809

Find 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 May 12, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$678
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$435
(Trip.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$755
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Salvador El Salvador Intl-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flight deals.
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From San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
One-way flight from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($57 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 6/4

7:30 am-12:30 am

1 stop14h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 6/11

5:10 am-8:34 pm

1 stop18h 24m

$787

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 6/5

4:53 am-12:30 am

1 stop16h 37m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 6/12

10:30 am-8:34 pm

1 stop13h 04m

$787
Quickest round-trip

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 6/5

8:29 am-12:30 am

1 stop13h 01m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 6/14

10:30 am-8:34 pm

1 stop13h 04m

$787

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 6/26

4:53 am-12:30 am

1 stop16h 37m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 7/5

10:20 am-8:34 pm

1 stop13h 14m

$787

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 7/2

4:54 am-12:25 am

1 stop16h 31m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 7/6

5:10 am-11:37 pm

1 stop21h 27m

$897

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 6/14

8:29 am-4:05 am

1 stop16h 36m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 6/17

5:10 am-8:34 pm

1 stop18h 24m

$940

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 6/19

4:53 am-4:05 am

1 stop20h 12m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 6/23

5:10 am-12:42 pm

1 stop10h 32m

$949

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 8/2

7:30 am-12:30 am

3 stops38h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 8/6

1:35 am-4:50 pm

3 stops18h 15m

$1,015
Cheapest one-way

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 7/14

12:05 pm-8:00 am

2 stops16h 55m

$435
Quickest one-way

San SalvadorRio de Janeiro

SAL - GIG

SALGIG

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 7/23

12:05 pm-6:15 am

1 stop15h 10m

$460

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  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Salvador-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 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.

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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?

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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $603). Flying from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $801). 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 May 12, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with 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.

Boarding

6.9

Entertainment

5.3

Food

5.0

Overall

6.5

Comfort

6.2

Crew

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Michael,Jan 2026

GYE - BOG

The seats are too small. The leg room is inadequate and uncomfortable!

Boarding

6.9

Entertainment

5.3

Food

5.0

Overall

6.5

Comfort

6.2

Crew

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Michael,Jan 2026

GYE - BOG

The seats are too small. The leg room is inadequate and uncomfortable!

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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 1 airline. 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 14h. Fly via Copa Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 3982 mi between San Salvador and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly 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 $512 on this airline. Avianca is 27% 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $603). Flying from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $801). 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 airline flying from San Salvador to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover the top airline 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 May 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$512Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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