$435+ 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 11/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — RIO
Sep 30 — Oct 71
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 31, 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 31, 2026.
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/256:00 am -
2 stops20h 25m
Sat 11/77:10 am -
2 stops20h 05m
Deal found 8/30![LATAM Airlines logo]()
$783
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Sun 10/118:00 am -
1 stop22h 15m
Tue 10/277:10 am -
2 stops19h 05m
Deal found 8/27![LATAM Airlines logo]()
$784
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 9/168:21 pm -
1 stop24h 04m
Wed 9/231:30 am -
1 stop26h 10m
Deal found 8/31![Copa Airlines logo]()
$788
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/69:54 am -
2 stops19h 26m
Thu 11/127:10 am -
2 stops21h 11m
Deal found 8/31![LATAM Airlines logo]()
$790
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 35m
Fri 11/67:45 am -
2 stops18h 55m
Deal found 8/27![Avianca logo]()
$799
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/216:00 am -
1 stop24h 15m
Fri 11/69:05 pm -
1 stop23h 54m
Deal found 8/31![Delta logo]()
$800
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 10/248:33 am -
1 stop17h 27m
Fri 11/611:55 pm -
1 stop24h 22m
Deal found 8/27![GOL logo]()
$801
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Wed 11/118:00 am -
2 stops27h 50m
Wed 11/189:05 pm -
1 stop25h 11m
Deal found 8/28![LATAM Airlines logo]()
$802
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Mon 10/126:47 am -
2 stops21h 33m
Tue 10/2711:55 pm -
2 stops22h 07m
Deal found 8/26![American Airlines logo]()
$805
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/69:54 am -
2 stops19h 26m
Wed 11/189:05 pm -
1 stop25h 11m
Deal found 8/29![Delta logo]()
$807
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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.
Sat 10/3111:39 am -
1 stop17h 46m
Tue 11/105:05 pm -
2 stops22h 11m
Deal found 8/31![GOL logo]()
$808
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 10/2011:55 pm -
2 stops20h 35m
Tue 11/107:45 am -
2 stops20h 10m
Deal found 8/27![Avianca logo]()
$809
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 31, 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 31, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/216:00 am -
1 stop24h 15m
Fri 11/69:05 pm -
1 stop23h 54m
Deal found 8/30![Delta logo]()
$800
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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.
Sat 10/3111:39 am -
1 stop17h 46m
Thu 11/123:25 pm -
2 stops26h 42m
Deal found 8/30![GOL logo]()
$808
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 10/86:30 pm -
1 stop33h 45m
Thu 10/229:05 pm -
1 stop26h 19m
Deal found 8/29![United Airlines logo]()
$812
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 10/271:31 am -
1 stop18h 59m
Sat 11/75:05 am -
1 stop23h 07m
Deal found 8/26![Copa Airlines logo]()
$814
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Mon 10/129:30 pm -
2 stops20h 55m
Tue 10/275:30 pm -
2 stops22h 24m
Deal found 8/26![Azul logo]()
$963
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Fri 11/133:00 pm -
2 stops37h 25m
Fri 11/206:55 pm -
2 stops30h 25m
Deal found 8/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,054
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Fri 2/2612:47 pm -
1 stop14h 33m
Sat 3/65:00 pm -
2 stops23h 18m
Deal found 8/28![GOL logo]()
$809
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 10/244:10 pm -
1 stop37h 25m
Fri 11/69:55 pm -
1 stop27h 08m
Deal found 8/31![United Airlines logo]()
$812
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 10/218:21 pm -
1 stop24h 04m
Fri 11/65:05 am -
1 stop23h 07m
Deal found 8/27![Copa Airlines logo]()
$855
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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
Fri 11/139:55 pm -
1 stop27h 08m
Deal found 8/28![United Airlines logo]()
$812
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 10/301:31 am -
1 stop22h 29m
Tue 11/105:05 am -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 8/29![Copa Airlines logo]()
$881
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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.
Sat 2/64:45 pm -
1 stop35h 50m
Wed 2/249:55 pm -
1 stop38h 25m
Deal found 8/30![United Airlines logo]()
$824
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 10/3112:35 pm -
2 stops25h 50m
Thu 11/125:30 pm -
2 stops23h 24m
Deal found 8/27![Azul logo]()
$1,000
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 10/2812:45 pm -
2 stops20h 25m
Sat 11/75:30 pm -
2 stops22h 21m
Deal found 8/26![Azul logo]()
$1,006
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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.
Tue 9/151:54 pm -
2 stops22h 51m
Tue 9/221:45 pm -
2 stops32h 39m
Deal found 8/30![United Airlines logo]()
$1,000
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 9/161:54 pm -
2 stops22h 51m
Tue 9/221:45 pm -
2 stops33h 37m
Deal found 8/30![United Airlines logo]()
$1,000
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 9/1612:35 pm -
2 stops24h 10m
Thu 9/241:45 pm -
2 stops31h 35m
Deal found 8/29![United Airlines logo]()
$1,000
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 9/1612:35 am -
3 stops36h 10m
Tue 9/221:45 pm -
2 stops33h 37m
Deal found 8/28![United Airlines logo]()
$1,001
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 2/310:45 am -
2 stops25h 00m
Mon 2/151:45 pm -
2 stops25h 48m
Deal found 8/27![United Airlines logo]()
$1,001
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 9/157:05 am -
2 stops29h 40m
Wed 9/231:45 pm -
2 stops39h 14m
Deal found 8/29![United Airlines logo]()
$1,016
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/1610:46 am -
2 stops25h 59m
Wed 9/231:45 pm -
2 stops39h 14m
Deal found 8/27![United Airlines logo]()
$1,017
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 31, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro. Data last updated August 31, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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
Wed 9/161:40 pm -
2 stops29h 06m
Deal found 8/27![Delta logo]()
$801
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/67:05 am -
1 stop21h 10m
Thu 9/179:05 pm -
1 stop31h 22m
Deal found 8/27![United Airlines logo]()
$812
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Mon 9/76:00 am -
1 stop24h 15m
Thu 9/179:00 pm -
1 stop26h 58m
Deal found 8/27![LATAM Airlines logo]()
$814
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/711:55 pm -
2 stops26h 20m
Wed 9/234:40 pm -
2 stops24h 10m
Deal found 8/29![Avianca logo]()
$824
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/811:55 pm -
2 stops20h 35m
Tue 3/97:45 am -
2 stops18h 55m
Deal found 8/27![Avianca logo]()
$799
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 9/1011:10 am -
1 stop18h 45m
Thu 9/1710:10 pm -
2 stops21h 59m
Deal found 8/28![American Airlines logo]()
$805
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/131:12 am -
1 stop19h 13m
Thu 10/110:20 am -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 8/27![Copa Airlines logo]()
$826
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 9/157:05 am -
2 stops29h 40m
Wed 9/231:45 pm -
2 stops39h 14m
Deal found 8/29![United Airlines logo]()
$1,016
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 9/168:21 pm -
1 stop24h 04m
Wed 9/231:30 am -
1 stop26h 10m
Deal found 8/31![Copa Airlines logo]()
$788
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 9/161:54 pm -
2 stops22h 51m
Tue 9/221:45 pm -
2 stops33h 37m
Deal found 8/30![United Airlines logo]()
$1,000
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 9/1612:35 am -
3 stops36h 10m
Tue 9/221:45 pm -
2 stops33h 37m
Deal found 8/28![United Airlines logo]()
$1,001
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Thu 9/1711:55 pm -
2 stops35h 40m
Thu 9/247:20 am -
2 stops20h 35m
Deal found 8/27![Avianca logo]()
$833
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 31, 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 31, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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.
Sat 11/712:20 pm -
3 stops31h 10m
Deal found 8/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$435
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 9/1410:05 pm -
3 stops42h 30m
Deal found 8/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$440
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 10/2311:59 pm -
3 stops44h 31m
Deal found 8/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$441
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 9/118:34 am -
3 stops42h 36m
Deal found 8/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$445
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/88:57 pm -
2 stops20h 28m
Deal found 8/29![Azul logo]()
$463
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/88:57 pm -
2 stops22h 28m
Deal found 8/29![Azul logo]()
$463
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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.
Wed 10/2110:14 pm -
3 stops49h 51m
Deal found 8/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$464
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 9/512:22 pm -
3 stops59h 43m
Deal found 8/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$474
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/188:51 pm -
2 stops20h 34m
Deal found 8/27![Azul logo]()
$475
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/188:51 pm -
2 stops22h 34m
Deal found 8/27![Azul logo]()
$475
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 9/1010:05 pm -
3 stops55h 15m
Deal found 8/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$477
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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.
Wed 10/2812:20 pm -
3 stops41h 55m
Deal found 8/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$481
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|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $783 (LATAM Airlines) |
One-way from | $435 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | November |
Average price | $1,194 |
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Depart
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San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO San Francisco - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Wed 10/21
6:00 am-10:15 am
1 stop24h 15m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Fri 11/6
9:05 pm-3:59 pm
1 stop23h 54m
$800
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
3:25 pm-1:07 pm
2 stops26h 42m
$808
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO San Francisco - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Fri 2/26
12:47 pm-8:20 am
1 stop14h 33m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Sat 3/6
5:00 pm-11:18 am
2 stops23h 18m
$809
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO San Francisco - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Thu 10/8
6:30 pm-8:15 am
1 stop33h 45m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Thu 10/22
9:05 pm-7:24 pm
1 stop26h 19m
$812
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO San Francisco - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Sat 10/24
4:10 pm-9:35 am
1 stop37h 25m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Fri 11/6
9:55 pm-8:03 pm
1 stop27h 08m
$812
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO San Francisco - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Sat 11/7
6:35 pm-9:35 am
1 stop34h 00m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Fri 11/13
9:55 pm-8:03 pm
1 stop27h 08m
$812
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO San Francisco - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Tue 10/27
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
$814
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO San Francisco - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Sat 2/6
4:45 pm-9:35 am
1 stop35h 50m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Wed 2/24
9:55 pm-7:20 am
1 stop38h 25m
$824
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO San Francisco - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Wed 10/21
8:21 pm-12:25 am
1 stop24h 04m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Fri 11/6
5:05 am-11:12 pm
1 stop23h 07m
$855
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO San Francisco - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Fri 10/30
1:31 am-4:00 am
1 stop22h 29m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Tue 11/10
5:05 am-5:25 pm
1 stop17h 20m
$881
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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* |
|---|---|---|
| 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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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 $915). 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 $810 and $1,144 in October.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $783 on LATAM Airlines (Oct 25-Nov 7).
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 31, 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.
Entertainment
6.8
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.1
Food
6.9
Overall
7.6
Comfort
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jul 2026
BOS - PTY
Entertainment
6.8
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.1
Food
6.9
Overall
7.6
Comfort
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jul 2026
BOS - PTY
Entertainment
6.8
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.1
Food
6.9
Overall
7.6
Comfort
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jul 2026
BOS - PTY
Entertainment
6.8
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.1
Food
6.9
Overall
7.6
Comfort
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jul 2026
BOS - PTY
Entertainment
6.8
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.1
Food
6.9
Overall
7.6
Comfort
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jul 2026
BOS - PTY
Entertainment
6.8
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.1
Food
6.9
Overall
7.6
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated August 31, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$342 | Average$1,289 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$660 | Average$755 | 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$1,396 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$987 | Average$1,345 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |