$407+ 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 10/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — RIO
Sep 20 — Sep 271
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 21, 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 21, 2026.
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/61:12 am -
1 stop19h 13m
Tue 9/221:30 am -
1 stop20h 40m
Deal found 8/17![Copa Airlines logo]()
$779
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 10/201:12 am -
1 stop19h 13m
Wed 10/285:05 am -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 8/20![Copa Airlines logo]()
$781
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 9/28:21 pm -
1 stop24h 04m
Wed 9/1610:30 am -
1 stop17h 10m
Deal found 8/21![Copa Airlines logo]()
$788
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/1510:06 pm -
2 stops27h 19m
Sun 12/69:05 pm -
1 stop25h 06m
Deal found 8/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$797
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 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 8/16![Avianca logo]()
$799
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 10/246:00 am -
1 stop24h 15m
Fri 10/309:05 pm -
1 stop27h 01m
Deal found 8/17![Delta logo]()
$800
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 8/2112:24 pm -
1 stop15h 51m
Fri 9/49:05 pm -
1 stop23h 52m
Deal found 8/20![United Airlines logo]()
$801
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/207:25 am -
2 stops20h 55m
Wed 9/29:55 pm -
1 stop26h 38m
Deal found 8/17![American Airlines logo]()
$805
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/69:54 am -
2 stops20h 36m
Fri 11/139:05 pm -
1 stop18h 26m
Deal found 8/16![LATAM Airlines logo]()
$807
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 GOL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/3111:39 am -
1 stop17h 46m
Thu 11/125:05 pm -
2 stops25h 02m
Deal found 8/18![GOL logo]()
$808
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/311:10 pm -
2 stops20h 30m
Sat 11/77:30 am -
2 stops20h 10m
Deal found 8/17![Avianca logo]()
$809
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Fri 9/259:30 pm -
2 stops20h 55m
Tue 9/297:00 pm -
2 stops24h 35m
Deal found 8/16![Azul logo]()
$951
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 21, 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 21, 2026.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 9/61:12 am -
1 stop26h 43m
Wed 9/2310:30 am -
1 stop17h 10m
Deal found 8/20![Copa Airlines logo]()
$788
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Sat 10/3111:39 am -
1 stop17h 46m
Thu 11/125:05 pm -
2 stops22h 11m
Deal found 8/19![GOL logo]()
$808
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 10/205:00 am -
1 stop23h 15m
Tue 11/109:55 pm -
1 stop17h 56m
Deal found 8/19![United Airlines logo]()
$885
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/3111:25 pm -
2 stops19h 00m
Thu 11/123:15 pm -
2 stops25h 39m
Deal found 8/16![Azul logo]()
$1,041
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/201:12 am -
1 stop19h 13m
Wed 10/2810:30 am -
1 stop17h 10m
Deal found 8/16![Copa Airlines logo]()
$788
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/188:21 pm -
1 stop31h 34m
Sat 10/311:35 am -
1 stop20h 50m
Deal found 8/17![Copa Airlines logo]()
$813
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 stop24h 04m
Thu 9/175:10 am -
1 stop22h 30m
Deal found 8/20![Copa Airlines logo]()
$813
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/85:00 am -
2 stops31h 45m
Tue 9/221:45 pm -
2 stops25h 54m
Deal found 8/17![United Airlines logo]()
$1,000
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 2/31:10 pm -
2 stops22h 35m
Wed 2/101:45 pm -
2 stops25h 34m
Deal found 8/19![United Airlines logo]()
$1,000
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/18:21 pm -
1 stop24h 04m
Wed 10/71:30 am -
1 stop26h 10m
Deal found 8/16![Copa Airlines logo]()
$839
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 2/31:10 pm -
2 stops22h 35m
Thu 2/111:45 pm -
2 stops25h 57m
Deal found 8/19![United Airlines logo]()
$1,000
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Mon 9/141:12 am -
1 stop26h 43m
Tue 9/225:10 am -
1 stop22h 30m
Deal found 8/19![Copa Airlines logo]()
$881
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 2/175:00 am -
2 stops30h 45m
Wed 3/31:45 pm -
2 stops34h 34m
Deal found 8/20![United Airlines logo]()
$1,001
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/178:21 pm -
1 stop27h 44m
Wed 9/231:30 am -
1 stop26h 10m
Deal found 8/17![Copa Airlines logo]()
$900
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/911:30 pm -
2 stops37h 15m
Wed 9/161:45 pm -
2 stops38h 42m
Deal found 8/18![United Airlines logo]()
$1,027
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 2/47:36 pm -
1 stop24h 49m
Sun 2/145:05 am -
1 stop23h 12m
Deal found 8/20![Copa Airlines logo]()
$937
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/85:00 am -
2 stops31h 45m
Tue 9/151:45 pm -
2 stops35h 02m
Deal found 8/16![United Airlines logo]()
$1,085
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/78:15 am -
2 stops28h 30m
Tue 9/221:45 pm -
2 stops25h 54m
Deal found 8/17![United Airlines logo]()
$1,085
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/101:54 pm -
2 stops22h 51m
Tue 9/221:45 pm -
2 stops25h 54m
Deal found 8/17![United Airlines logo]()
$1,085
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/15:00 am -
2 stops30h 45m
Fri 2/51:45 pm -
2 stops26h 35m
Deal found 8/16![United Airlines logo]()
$1,085
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Thu 2/45:00 am -
2 stops30h 45m
Thu 2/111:45 pm -
2 stops30h 05m
Deal found 8/20![United Airlines logo]()
$1,086
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Thu 2/45:00 am -
2 stops30h 45m
Sun 2/142:50 pm -
2 stops25h 30m
Deal found 8/20![United Airlines logo]()
$1,086
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 21, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro. Data last updated August 21, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/207:30 am -
1 stop20h 50m
Wed 9/29:55 pm -
1 stop26h 38m
Deal found 8/17![American Airlines logo]()
$800
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/208:21 pm -
1 stop31h 19m
Wed 9/210:30 am -
1 stop17h 10m
Deal found 8/18![Copa Airlines logo]()
$813
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 8/2112:24 pm -
1 stop15h 51m
Fri 9/49:05 pm -
1 stop23h 52m
Deal found 8/20![United Airlines logo]()
$801
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 9/28:21 pm -
1 stop24h 04m
Wed 9/1610:30 am -
1 stop17h 10m
Deal found 8/21![Copa Airlines logo]()
$788
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/61:12 am -
1 stop19h 13m
Tue 9/221:30 am -
1 stop20h 40m
Deal found 8/17![Copa Airlines logo]()
$779
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/66:00 am -
1 stop24h 15m
Thu 9/177:30 pm -
2 stops22h 12m
Deal found 8/18![Delta logo]()
$808
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/911:55 pm -
2 stops20h 35m
Sat 9/197:20 am -
2 stops19h 15m
Deal found 8/17![Avianca logo]()
$799
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/91:12 am -
1 stop19h 13m
Thu 9/1710:30 am -
1 stop17h 10m
Deal found 8/17![Copa Airlines logo]()
$818
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/168:21 pm -
1 stop31h 34m
Tue 9/221:30 am -
1 stop26h 10m
Deal found 8/17![Copa Airlines logo]()
$814
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Wed 9/1612:30 pm -
2 stops21h 40m
Wed 9/238:15 pm -
2 stops27h 31m
Deal found 8/19![GOL logo]()
$815
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1811:55 pm -
2 stops20h 35m
Sun 9/277:20 am -
2 stops19h 15m
Deal found 8/17![Avianca logo]()
$809
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Fri 9/259:30 pm -
2 stops20h 55m
Tue 9/297:00 pm -
2 stops24h 35m
Deal found 8/16![Azul logo]()
$951
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 21, 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 21, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 10/2412:00 pm -
3 stops36h 00m
Deal found 8/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$407
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 10/287:14 pm -
3 stops30h 41m
Deal found 8/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$427
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 9/15:35 pm -
3 stops37h 10m
Deal found 8/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$441
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/510:48 pm -
3 stops24h 12m
Deal found 8/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$441
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1410:05 pm -
3 stops52h 30m
Deal found 8/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$446
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2110:05 pm -
3 stops42h 30m
Deal found 8/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$448
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/910:14 pm -
3 stops46h 11m
Deal found 8/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$450
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/106:00 am -
3 stops38h 25m
Deal found 8/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$453
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 8/3112:29 am -
3 stops40h 06m
Deal found 8/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$456
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 9/2810:05 pm -
3 stops42h 30m
Deal found 8/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$461
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1710:24 pm -
3 stops51h 31m
Deal found 8/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$462
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Sun 11/19:30 pm -
2 stops19h 55m
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$463
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 21, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $779 (Vliegwinkel) |
One-way from | $407 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | November |
Average price | $1,180 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated August 21, 2026.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO San Francisco - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Sun 9/6
1:12 am-7:55 am
1 stop26h 43m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Wed 9/23
10:30 am-11:40 pm
1 stop17h 10m
$788
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO San Francisco - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Tue 10/20
1:12 am-12:25 am
1 stop19h 13m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Wed 10/28
10:30 am-11:40 pm
1 stop17h 10m
$788
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO San Francisco - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Sat 10/31
11:39 am-9:25 am
1 stop17h 46m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Thu 11/12
5:05 pm-10:16 am
2 stops22h 11m
$808
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO San Francisco - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Sun 10/18
8:21 pm-7:55 am
1 stop31h 34m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Sat 10/31
1:35 am-6:25 pm
1 stop20h 50m
$813
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO San Francisco - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Thu 9/10
8:21 pm-12:25 am
1 stop24h 04m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Thu 9/17
5:10 am-11:40 pm
1 stop22h 30m
$813
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO San Francisco - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Thu 10/1
8:21 pm-12:25 am
1 stop24h 04m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Wed 10/7
1:30 am-11:40 pm
1 stop26h 10m
$839
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO San Francisco - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Mon 9/14
1:12 am-7:55 am
1 stop26h 43m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Tue 9/22
5:10 am-11:40 pm
1 stop22h 30m
$881
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO San Francisco - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Tue 10/20
5:00 am-8:15 am
1 stop23h 15m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Tue 11/10
9:55 pm-10:51 am
1 stop17h 56m
$885
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO San Francisco - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Thu 9/17
8:21 pm-4:05 am
1 stop27h 44m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Wed 9/23
1:30 am-11:40 pm
1 stop26h 10m
$900
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO San Francisco - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Thu 2/4
7:36 pm-1:25 am
1 stop24h 49m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Sun 2/14
5:05 am-11:17 pm
1 stop23h 12m
$937
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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
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* |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro
SFO-RIO
SFO-SDU
SFO-GIG
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro (average of $933). Flying from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,464). 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 $860 and $1,230 in September.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $779 on Copa Airlines (Sep 6-Sep 22).
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 43 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 21, 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
Entertainment
6.8
Overall
7.6
Comfort
7.4
Food
6.9
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jul 2026
BOS - PTY
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
6.8
Overall
7.6
Comfort
7.4
Food
6.9
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jul 2026
BOS - PTY
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
6.8
Overall
7.6
Comfort
7.4
Food
6.9
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jul 2026
BOS - PTY
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
6.8
Overall
7.6
Comfort
7.4
Food
6.9
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jul 2026
BOS - PTY
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
6.8
Overall
7.6
Comfort
7.4
Food
6.9
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jul 2026
BOS - PTY
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
6.8
Overall
7.6
Comfort
7.4
Food
6.9
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jul 2026
BOS - PTY
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$342 | Average$1,289 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$392 | Average$746 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$670 | Average$987 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$719 | Average$1,259 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$739 | Average$978 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$750 | Average$1,392 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$948 | Average$1,394 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$981 | Average$1,331 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |