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$328+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (RIO)

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 1/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — RIO
Dec 3 — Dec 101
Wed 12/3
Wed 12/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Rio de Janeiro flight deals. Data was last updated November 3, 2025.

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eDreams
3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$657
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$328
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$879
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 3, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Sat 11/88:20 amSFO - GIG
2 stops20h 05mLATAM Airlines
Fri 11/149:30 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops22h 05mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/2$731
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/29:08 amSFO - GIG
2 stops18h 12mLATAM Airlines
Sun 12/73:00 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops23h 44mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/1$759
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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.
Mon 12/18:25 amSFO - GIG
2 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/89:55 amGIG - SFO
1 stop18h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1$780
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/310:52 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops29h 33mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/109:30 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop25h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/31$781
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 12/411:50 amSFO - GIG
2 stops42h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/129:30 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop19h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1$783
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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.
Mon 12/87:15 amSFO - GIG
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/129:30 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop19h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1$786
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Sat 11/158:25 amSFO - GIG
2 stops29h 20mLATAM Airlines
Wed 11/269:30 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop22h 13mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/2$792
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Tue 11/186:00 amSFO - GIG
2 stops21h 20mLATAM Airlines
Tue 12/25:05 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops23h 24mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/2$796
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/29:44 pmSFO - SDU
2 stops19h 41mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/98:05 pmSDU - SFO
2 stops18h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$859
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/2511:00 pmSFO - SDU
2 stops18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/28:05 pmSDU - SFO
2 stops20h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$889
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/38:25 amSFO - SDU
2 stops27h 15mAir Canada
Mon 12/81:45 pmSDU - SFO
2 stops36h 37mAir Canada
Deal found 11/2$984
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Tue 11/188:25 amSFO - SDU
2 stops42h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/21:45 pmSDU - SFO
2 stops36h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$989

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro 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 November 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro that are best for you.

Fly from

Salinas

Fly to

Rio de Janeiro

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

8:25 am-2:20 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 3/17

11:25 am-9:39 pm

2 stops38h 14m

$670

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Mon 3/9

12:00 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops22h 20m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 3/17

11:25 am-1:30 pm

2 stops30h 05m

$687

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Wed 4/8

8:10 am-2:20 pm

2 stops26h 10m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 4/15

6:40 pm-11:55 pm

3 stops33h 15m

$775

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Wed 12/3

10:52 pm-8:55 am

2 stops29h 03m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 12/10

9:30 pm-2:36 pm

2 stops22h 06m

$785

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Tue 11/25

11:00 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops18h 25m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 12/2

8:05 pm-11:29 am

2 stops20h 24m

$889

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Mon 2/9

1:20 pm-10:20 pm

3 stops28h 00m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 2/16

7:40 pm-9:50 pm

3 stops31h 10m

$895

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Wed 12/3

8:25 am-4:40 pm

2 stops27h 15m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 12/8

1:45 pm-9:22 pm

2 stops36h 37m

$984

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Tue 11/18

8:25 am-4:45 pm

2 stops27h 20m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 12/2

1:45 pm-9:22 pm

2 stops36h 37m

$989

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Fri 1/9

12:15 pm-10:15 am

1 stop17h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 1/25

9:30 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop27h 15m

$1,000

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Tue 11/25

1:40 pm-7:10 pm

3 stops24h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 12/2

11:25 am-12:40 pm

3 stops30h 15m

$1,027

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro

How far ahead should I book a flight from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro, you should look to book at least 72 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro (average of $370). Flying from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $855). 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 S9N to RIO?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 3, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 52% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro. 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. Reviews last updated November 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Copa Airlines, LATAM Airlines, and United Airlines from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,873 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,996 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,036 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,467 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro?

    For as low as $1,000, Air Canada can have you in Rio de Janeiro from Salinas in 17h. There are 6607 mi between Salinas and Rio de Janeiro. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro that include hotel bookings?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro 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 Salinas to Rio de Janeiro?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro (average of $370). Flying from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $855). 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 7 airlines flying from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro. 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 November 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$392Average$743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$411Average$1,188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$565Average$704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$798Average$1,153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$827Average$1,233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$830Average$958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,000Average$1,289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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