Rio de Janeiro

$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 3/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — RIO
Jan 17 — Jan 241
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro
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This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/158:02 amSFO - GIG
2 stops26h 08mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/229:30 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop20h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$1,110
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/159:30 pmSFO - GIG
1 stop29h 50mLATAM Airlines
Mon 12/229:30 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop25h 29mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/14$1,130
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1812:07 pmSFO - GIG
1 stop15h 13mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/239:30 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop25h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,153
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2310:10 amSFO - GIG
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/2610:20 amGIG - SFO
2 stops39h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,227
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Sat 12/2711:59 pmSFO - GIG
1 stop27h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/2710:30 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop23h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,234
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Sat 12/279:21 amSFO - GIG
2 stops18h 04mLATAM Airlines
Tue 1/277:15 amGIG - SFO
2 stops20h 39mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,247
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1812:07 pmSFO - GIG
1 stop15h 13mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/229:30 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop20h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,248
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Tue 12/2312:26 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops38h 59mLATAM Airlines
Fri 12/2612:40 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops39h 10mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/248:00 amSFO - GIG
1 stop19h 20mDelta
Wed 12/317:15 amGIG - SFO
2 stops20h 46mDelta
Deal found 12/17$1,288
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/266:00 amSFO - GIG
2 stops29h 10mDelta
Wed 12/317:15 amGIG - SFO
2 stops20h 46mDelta
Deal found 12/17$1,295
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Thu 12/188:22 amSFO - GIG
2 stops18h 58mLATAM Airlines
Tue 12/239:30 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop25h 29mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,299
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Sat 12/271:29 pmSFO - SDU
2 stops38h 41mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/271:45 pmSDU - SFO
2 stops38h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$1,493

Find 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 December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$642
(Priceline)

One-way from

$328
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,659
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Rio de Janeiro (RIO) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Francisco-Rio de Janeiro (RIO) flights.
From Salinas to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)
One-way flight from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($174 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($54 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro that are best for you.

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Salinas

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Rio de Janeiro

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Price

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Mon 3/9

8:30 am-4:40 pm

2 stops28h 10m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 3/18

1:45 pm-9:22 pm

2 stops35h 37m

$650

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Sun 3/8

4:15 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops44h 25m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 3/16

1:45 pm-9:22 pm

2 stops35h 37m

$674

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Mon 4/20

4:15 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops44h 30m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 4/28

1:45 pm-3:10 pm

2 stops29h 25m

$727

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Mon 3/16

2:20 pm-12:30 am

3 stops30h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 3/21

1:45 am-10:50 pm

2 stops25h 05m

$772

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

8:25 am-4:40 pm

2 stops27h 15m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 3/17

1:45 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops27h 45m

$774

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Thu 4/30

8:45 am-4:45 pm

2 stops28h 00m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 5/5

1:45 pm-10:50 am

2 stops25h 05m

$777

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

10:39 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops18h 46m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 3/15

8:05 pm-10:01 pm

2 stops29h 56m

$834

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Thu 5/28

8:57 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops21h 28m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 5/31

1:55 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops38h 01m

$918

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Sun 3/8

1:54 am-12:30 am

1 stop18h 36m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 3/16

1:40 am-11:40 pm

1 stop26h 00m

$948

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Tue 2/3

6:00 am-8:20 am

1 stop21h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 2/10

9:30 pm-10:30 am

1 stop18h 00m

$960

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro

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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 December 12, 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 $369). Flying from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro 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 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 December 18, 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 December 18, 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.

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

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

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

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

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

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

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

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

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

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

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro?

    For as low as $948, Air Canada can have you in Rio de Janeiro from Salinas in 18h 36m. There are 6607 mi between Salinas and Rio de Janeiro. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $334 on Avianca. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include LATAM Airlines from $368 and American Airlines from $588 one-way.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Salinas to Rio de Janeiro flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro.

  • 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 $369). Flying from Salinas to Rio de Janeiro 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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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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$392Average$743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$411Average$1,209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$565Average$755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$798Average$1,152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$830Average$960FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$876Average$1,305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,038Average$1,290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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