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$363+ 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 4/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — RIO
Mar 23 — Mar 301
Sun 3/23
Sun 3/30
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro are usually found in March or November, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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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 March 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$569
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$363
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$917
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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 March 18, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Mon 6/309:06 pmSAN - GIG
1 stop23h 09mCopa Airlines
Mon 7/75:10 amGIG - SAN
1 stop16h 34mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/16$569
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/48:07 pmSAN - SDU
3 stops22h 18mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/86:15 amSDU - SAN
3 stops29h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$716
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/48:07 pmSAN - GIG
3 stops32h 53mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/85:45 amGIG - SAN
3 stops29h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$731
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Wed 3/2612:40 pmSAN - SDU
2 stops23h 10mAir Canada
Wed 4/97:55 amSDU - SAN
2 stops31h 53mAir Canada
Deal found 3/16$811
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/166:15 amSAN - GIG
1 stop22h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/269:05 pmGIG - SAN
1 stop16h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$899
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/257:15 amSAN - GIG
1 stop20h 45mLATAM Airlines
Tue 4/19:00 pmGIG - SAN
1 stop17h 24mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 3/17$996
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Sat 5/2410:30 pmSAN - GIG
1 stop31h 45mDelta
Sat 6/76:05 amGIG - SAN
2 stops21h 37mDelta
Deal found 3/17$1,025
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Tue 3/256:15 amSAN - SDU
2 stops22h 45mLATAM Airlines
Tue 4/18:20 pmSDU - SAN
2 stops27h 56mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,032
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/18:36 amSAN - GIG
2 stops19h 44mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/1511:00 pmGIG - SAN
2 stops20h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,041
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/308:00 amSAN - SDU
2 stops27h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/61:00 pmSDU - SAN
2 stops26h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,159
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/412:24 pmSAN - GIG
2 stops43h 31mGOL
Tue 4/811:00 pmGIG - SAN
1 stop15h 58mGOL
Deal found 3/17$1,171
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/57:03 amSAN - SDU
2 stops22h 37mGOL
Wed 11/126:00 amSDU - SAN
2 stops21h 23mGOL
Deal found 3/17$1,181

Find flights from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro within your budget

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 March 18, 2025.

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Rio de Janeiro

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San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Mon 6/30

9:06 pm-12:15 am

1 stop23h 09m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 7/7

5:10 am-5:44 pm

1 stop16h 34m

$569

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - SDU

SANSDU

San Diego

Fri 4/4

8:07 pm-10:25 pm

3 stops22h 18m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 4/8

6:15 am-7:34 am

3 stops29h 19m

$716

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Fri 4/4

8:07 pm-9:00 am

3 stops32h 53m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 4/8

5:45 am-7:34 am

3 stops29h 49m

$731

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - SDU

SANSDU

San Diego

Wed 3/26

12:40 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops23h 10m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 4/9

7:55 am-11:48 am

2 stops31h 53m

$811

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Fri 5/16

6:15 am-8:15 am

1 stop22h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 5/26

9:05 pm-9:17 am

1 stop16h 12m

$899

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Sat 5/24

10:30 pm-10:15 am

1 stop31h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 6/7

6:05 am-11:42 pm

2 stops21h 37m

$1,025

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - SDU

SANSDU

San Diego

Tue 3/25

6:15 am-9:00 am

2 stops22h 45m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 4/1

8:20 pm-8:16 pm

2 stops27h 56m

$1,032

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Sun 3/30

7:50 am-10:15 am

1 stop22h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 4/6

5:15 am-11:12 pm

2 stops21h 57m

$1,036

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Fri 5/23

9:23 am-8:20 am

2 stops18h 57m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 6/7

7:15 pm-9:50 am

2 stops18h 35m

$1,075

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Wed 6/25

12:55 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops21h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 6/29

4:05 pm-11:50 am

2 stops23h 45m

$1,134

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Rio de Janeiro flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Rio de Janeiro flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Rio de Janeiro flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Rio de Janeiro 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 Diego-Rio de Janeiro flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Rio de Janeiro from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 March 14, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro is 48 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 March 18, 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.

Rainfall in Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rio de Janeiro ranges from 1.6 - 5.1 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Rio de Janeiro when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rio de Janeiro, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 69.8 F).

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 March 18, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Copa Airlines and LATAM Airlines from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,908 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
7,908 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,908 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
7.6
Good
1,405 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,908 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
1,747 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,908 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
8,611 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,908 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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.
GOL
7.3
Good
1,052 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,908 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego 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.

  • 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 $569. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Canada and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $811 and $899, respectively. Copa Airlines is priced at 50% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $391 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Copa Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on LATAM Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $626 and $2,788, respectively.

  • 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 March 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$697Average$1,110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$717Average$1,362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$843Average$1,079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$853Average$1,202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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