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$377+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 8/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — RIO
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO). 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 August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$716
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$377
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$477
From San Diego to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1210:00 amSAN - GIG
2 stops27h 45mLATAM Airlines
Sun 11/169:30 pmGIG - SAN
1 stop17h 36mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 8/14$716
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2710:00 amSAN - GIG
2 stops19h 35mLATAM Airlines
Sat 8/309:00 pmGIG - SAN
1 stop16h 27mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 8/13$743
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/247:34 pmSAN - GIG
2 stops34h 01mLATAM Airlines
Sat 8/309:00 pmGIG - SAN
1 stop24h 53mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 8/13$749
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/98:10 amSAN - SDU
2 stops26h 10mAir Canada
Tue 9/2311:25 amSDU - SAN
2 stops28h 06mAir Canada
Deal found 8/12$775
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/912:25 pmSAN - GIG
2 stops22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/232:45 pmGIG - SAN
2 stops24h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$777
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/912:09 pmSAN - GIG
2 stops21h 01mLATAM Airlines
Fri 9/127:00 amGIG - SAN
2 stops19h 59mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 8/14$796
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 10/1410:30 pmSAN - GIG
1 stop31h 45mLATAM Airlines
Tue 10/216:25 pmGIG - SAN
2 stops28h 43mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 8/13$798
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Fri 9/1210:30 pmSAN - GIG
2 stops36h 40mLATAM Airlines
Fri 9/1910:20 amGIG - SAN
2 stops35h 53mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 8/13$813
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 11/128:10 pmSAN - GIG
1 stop23h 20mCopa Airlines
Tue 11/181:30 amGIG - SAN
1 stop20h 33mCopa Airlines
Deal found 8/12$818
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Fri 10/37:47 pmSAN - GIG
3 stops24h 43mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/169:10 pmGIG - SAN
2 stops24h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$827
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Tue 11/1112:25 pmSAN - SDU
2 stops20h 55mAir Canada
Tue 11/1811:25 amSDU - SAN
2 stops29h 13mAir Canada
Deal found 8/12$857
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 10/37:47 pmSAN - SDU
3 stops22h 38mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/167:10 pmSDU - SAN
2 stops26h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$877

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

Rio de Janeiro

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Wed 11/12

7:00 am-1:15 pm

2 stops25h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 11/16

9:30 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 35m

$716

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Wed 8/27

10:00 am-9:35 am

2 stops19h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 8/30

9:00 pm-9:27 am

1 stop16h 27m

$743

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Sun 8/24

7:34 pm-9:35 am

2 stops34h 01m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 8/30

9:00 pm-5:53 pm

1 stop24h 53m

$749

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Tue 9/9

12:09 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops21h 01m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 9/12

7:00 am-10:59 pm

2 stops19h 59m

$796

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Tue 10/14

10:30 pm-10:15 am

1 stop31h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 10/21

6:25 pm-7:08 pm

2 stops28h 43m

$798

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Fri 9/12

10:30 pm-3:10 pm

2 stops36h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 9/19

10:20 am-6:13 pm

2 stops35h 53m

$813

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Wed 11/12

8:10 pm-12:30 am

1 stop23h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 11/15

1:30 am-5:03 pm

1 stop20h 33m

$838

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Tue 8/26

12:09 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops25h 06m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 9/11

8:40 am-12:28 pm

2 stops31h 48m

$853

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - SDU

SANSDU

San Diego

Sun 9/28

7:47 pm-10:45 am

3 stops34h 58m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 10/5

6:10 am-11:25 am

3 stops33h 15m

$959

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - SDU

SANSDU

San Diego

Mon 9/22

7:47 pm-10:25 pm

3 stops22h 38m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 9/29

8:30 pm-11:34 pm

3 stops31h 04m

$969

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro is 86 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 Diego to Rio de Janeiro?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro (average of $755). Flying from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,290). 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 SAN to RIO?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 August 14, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 20% on the cost of your flight, compared to 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 August 14, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro, such as Delta, LATAM Airlines, and Copa Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,840 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,509 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro?

    Most people fly from San Diego (SAN) if they book a flight from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro. On average, San Diego has 0 outbound flights to Rio de Janeiro per day from 4 airlines. San Diego is conveniently located just 2.6 mi from San Diego’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro round-trip?

    Flying on Copa Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Rio de Janeiro, with prices starting at $477. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $697 and $717, respectively. Copa Airlines is priced at 55% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego 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 San Diego to Rio de Janeiro.

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro (average of $755). Flying from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,290). 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 4 airlines flying from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$477Average$770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$697Average$1,129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$717Average$1,302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$853Average$1,215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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