$333+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 8/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — RIO
Sep 3 — Sep 101
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Rio de JaneiroExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 4, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 4, 2026.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/111:12 am -
1 stop22h 53m
Sun 10/251:35 am -
1 stop26h 05m
Deal found 7/31![Copa Airlines logo]()
$739
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Thu 8/2712:16 pm -
1 stop17h 39m
Fri 9/119:55 pm -
2 stops21h 06m
Deal found 8/4![American Airlines logo]()
$741
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/2411:55 pm -
2 stops20h 45m
Fri 11/67:30 am -
2 stops19h 20m
Deal found 7/31![Avianca logo]()
$749
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/35:00 am -
1 stop23h 35m
Sat 11/79:55 pm -
1 stop16h 55m
Deal found 8/4![United Airlines logo]()
$751
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2711:55 pm -
2 stops20h 35m
Thu 9/37:20 am -
2 stops20h 35m
Deal found 7/31![Avianca logo]()
$752
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/1310:31 am -
2 stops17h 49m
Wed 10/219:55 pm -
1 stop18h 08m
Deal found 7/31![American Airlines logo]()
$755
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 11/1011:50 am -
2 stops28h 30m
Fri 11/139:05 pm -
1 stop18h 26m
Deal found 8/3![LATAM Airlines logo]()
$758
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/258:36 pm -
1 stop27h 24m
Sat 11/75:05 am -
1 stop23h 07m
Deal found 7/31![Copa Airlines logo]()
$759
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/311:30 pm -
1 stop30h 45m
Tue 10/209:00 pm -
1 stop24h 02m
Deal found 8/1![LATAM Airlines logo]()
$761
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/22:30 pm -
1 stop38h 05m
Sat 11/79:55 pm -
1 stop17h 56m
Deal found 8/4![United Airlines logo]()
$762
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 10/287:15 am -
2 stops18h 45m
Wed 11/45:05 pm -
2 stops22h 11m
Deal found 8/4![American Airlines logo]()
$763
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/112:15 pm -
2 stops30h 15m
Sat 8/227:20 am -
2 stops20h 35m
Deal found 7/31![Avianca logo]()
$764
Best flights from San Francisco to Rio de JaneiroDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 4, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 4, 2026.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 11/207:36 pm -
1 stop23h 54m
Thu 11/261:35 am -
1 stop20h 50m
Deal found 7/30![Copa Airlines logo]()
$739
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2711:55 pm -
2 stops20h 35m
Fri 9/117:20 am -
2 stops19h 15m
Deal found 8/4![Avianca logo]()
$749
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/245:00 am -
1 stop24h 35m
Fri 11/69:55 pm -
1 stop27h 03m
Deal found 8/2![United Airlines logo]()
$751
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 GOL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/148:35 am -
2 stops21h 45m
Mon 9/219:55 pm -
2 stops47h 02m
Deal found 7/31![GOL logo]()
$766
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Sun 10/111:12 am -
1 stop19h 13m
Sun 10/251:35 am -
1 stop26h 05m
Deal found 8/3![Copa Airlines logo]()
$739
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/35:00 am -
1 stop23h 35m
Sat 11/79:55 pm -
1 stop16h 55m
Deal found 7/31![United Airlines logo]()
$751
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/278:21 pm -
1 stop27h 44m
Wed 9/21:30 am -
1 stop26h 10m
Deal found 7/31![Copa Airlines logo]()
$759
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/76:35 pm -
1 stop34h 00m
Wed 11/189:55 pm -
1 stop16h 55m
Deal found 8/3![United Airlines logo]()
$762
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 10/71:12 am -
1 stop22h 53m
Wed 10/211:30 am -
1 stop20h 40m
Deal found 7/30![Copa Airlines logo]()
$759
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/241:31 am -
1 stop18h 59m
Sat 11/75:05 am -
1 stop23h 07m
Deal found 8/2![Copa Airlines logo]()
$779
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/151:54 pm -
2 stops23h 51m
Wed 8/261:45 pm -
2 stops26h 29m
Deal found 7/31![United Airlines logo]()
$951
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/216:45 am -
2 stops30h 00m
Fri 11/61:45 pm -
2 stops29h 57m
Deal found 8/2![United Airlines logo]()
$951
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/311:10 pm -
2 stops22h 35m
Mon 2/221:45 pm -
2 stops27h 33m
Deal found 8/2![United Airlines logo]()
$951
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/256:15 am -
2 stops30h 30m
Sat 11/75:30 pm -
2 stops22h 52m
Deal found 8/3![United Airlines logo]()
$951
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1612:45 am -
2 stops36h 00m
Thu 9/241:45 pm -
2 stops33h 47m
Deal found 8/3![United Airlines logo]()
$951
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/26:30 pm -
2 stops42h 15m
Wed 9/161:45 pm -
2 stops33h 04m
Deal found 8/2![United Airlines logo]()
$964
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/211:20 pm -
2 stops36h 25m
Fri 11/61:45 pm -
2 stops27h 42m
Deal found 8/3![United Airlines logo]()
$967
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/114:30 pm -
2 stops45h 15m
Sun 9/272:50 pm -
2 stops38h 09m
Deal found 8/1![United Airlines logo]()
$980
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/168:10 am -
2 stops28h 35m
Fri 9/251:45 pm -
2 stops25h 37m
Deal found 7/30![United Airlines logo]()
$1,053
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to Rio de JaneiroDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro. Data last updated August 4, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro. Data last updated August 4, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/105:00 am -
2 stops31h 45m
Tue 8/181:45 pm -
2 stops25h 27m
Deal found 7/30![United Airlines logo]()
$951
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/112:15 pm -
2 stops30h 15m
Sat 8/227:20 am -
2 stops20h 35m
Deal found 7/31![Avianca logo]()
$764
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/128:21 pm -
1 stop27h 44m
Thu 8/275:10 am -
1 stop16h 49m
Deal found 7/31![Copa Airlines logo]()
$765
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/161:12 am -
1 stop19h 13m
Thu 8/275:10 am -
1 stop22h 30m
Deal found 8/1![Copa Airlines logo]()
$739
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2111:55 pm -
2 stops20h 35m
Fri 9/47:20 am -
2 stops19h 15m
Deal found 7/31![Avianca logo]()
$749
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/2310:45 am -
1 stop17h 30m
Thu 9/39:05 pm -
1 stop31h 22m
Deal found 8/4![United Airlines logo]()
$762
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Thu 8/2712:16 pm -
1 stop17h 39m
Fri 9/119:55 pm -
2 stops21h 06m
Deal found 8/4![American Airlines logo]()
$741
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2711:55 pm -
2 stops20h 35m
Thu 9/37:20 am -
2 stops20h 35m
Deal found 7/31![Avianca logo]()
$752
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/95:30 am -
2 stops22h 50m
Wed 9/169:55 pm -
1 stop20h 20m
Deal found 7/31![American Airlines logo]()
$755
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Thu 9/108:21 pm -
1 stop31h 34m
Thu 9/1710:30 am -
1 stop17h 10m
Deal found 7/30![Copa Airlines logo]()
$759
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 GOL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/148:35 am -
2 stops21h 45m
Mon 9/219:55 pm -
2 stops47h 02m
Deal found 7/30![GOL logo]()
$766
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2611:12 am -
1 stop18h 43m
Fri 10/29:55 pm -
1 stop20h 20m
Deal found 8/1![American Airlines logo]()
$751
One-way flights from San Francisco to Rio de JaneiroSearch for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 4, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 4, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Sat 8/298:23 pm -
2 stops24h 02m
Deal found 8/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$333
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 11/199:18 am -
2 stops37h 42m
Deal found 8/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$348
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 11/28:42 pm -
2 stops46h 48m
Deal found 7/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$353
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 11/59:18 am -
2 stops34h 12m
Deal found 7/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$354
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sat 9/269:00 am -
2 stops35h 25m
Deal found 7/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$356
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Wed 11/48:42 pm -
2 stops46h 48m
Deal found 7/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$357
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sun 11/19:18 am -
2 stops37h 42m
Deal found 7/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$360
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Wed 11/188:42 pm -
2 stops50h 18m
Deal found 7/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$365
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Wed 9/97:11 pm -
3 stops49h 14m
Deal found 8/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$375
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Fri 11/68:42 pm -
2 stops30h 18m
Deal found 7/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$381
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 11/129:18 am -
3 stops41h 37m
Deal found 7/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$448
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2510:35 pm -
3 stops33h 50m
Deal found 7/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$460
Find flight deals from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 4, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $739 (Copa Airlines) |
One-way from | $333 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $1,311 |
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1 stop23h 54m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Thu 11/26
1:35 am-5:25 pm
1 stop20h 50m
$739
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO - GIG
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Sun 10/11
1:12 am-12:25 am
1 stop19h 13m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Sun 10/25
1:35 am-11:40 pm
1 stop26h 05m
$739
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO - GIG
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Thu 8/27
11:55 pm-12:30 am
2 stops20h 35m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Fri 9/11
7:20 am-10:35 pm
2 stops19h 15m
$749
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO - GIG
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Sat 10/24
5:00 am-9:35 am
1 stop24h 35m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Fri 11/6
9:55 pm-7:58 pm
1 stop27h 03m
$751
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO - GIG
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Tue 11/3
5:00 am-9:35 am
1 stop23h 35m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Sat 11/7
9:55 pm-9:50 am
1 stop16h 55m
$751
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO - GIG
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Thu 8/27
8:21 pm-4:05 am
1 stop27h 44m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Wed 9/2
1:30 am-11:40 pm
1 stop26h 10m
$759
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO - GIG
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Wed 10/7
1:12 am-4:05 am
1 stop22h 53m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Wed 10/21
1:30 am-6:10 pm
1 stop20h 40m
$759
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO - GIG
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Sat 11/7
6:35 pm-9:35 am
1 stop34h 00m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Wed 11/18
9:55 pm-9:50 am
1 stop16h 55m
$762
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO - GIG
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Mon 9/14
8:35 am-10:20 am
2 stops21h 45m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Mon 9/21
9:55 pm-4:57 pm
2 stops47h 02m
$766
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO - GIG
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Sat 10/24
1:31 am-12:30 am
1 stop18h 59m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Sat 11/7
5:05 am-11:12 pm
1 stop23h 07m
$779
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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 Francisco to Rio de Janeiro in August.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 Francisco-Rio de Janeiro flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Rio de Janeiro flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 Francisco-Rio de Janeiro flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro (average of $1,025). Flying from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,490). 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 Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flights typically cost between $1,038 and $1,519 in October.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $739 on Copa Airlines (Oct 11-Oct 25).
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro, you should look to book at least 4 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.
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 4, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Copa Airlines,United Airlines, andGOL from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.8
Food
6.9
Overall
7.6
Entertainment
6.8
Comfort
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jul 2026
BOS - PTY
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.8
Food
6.9
Overall
7.6
Entertainment
6.8
Comfort
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jul 2026
BOS - PTY
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.8
Food
6.9
Overall
7.6
Entertainment
6.8
Comfort
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jul 2026
BOS - PTY
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.8
Food
6.9
Overall
7.6
Entertainment
6.8
Comfort
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jul 2026
BOS - PTY
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.8
Food
6.9
Overall
7.6
Entertainment
6.8
Comfort
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jul 2026
BOS - PTY
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.8
Food
6.9
Overall
7.6
Entertainment
6.8
Comfort
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jul 2026
BOS - PTY
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Top 8 airlines flying from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro
Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 4, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$342 | Average$1,288 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$392 | Average$746 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$603 | Average$1,300 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$670 | Average$987 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$739 | Average$978 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$750 | Average$1,392 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$948 | Average$1,396 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$981 | Average$1,303 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |