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$334+ 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 3/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — RIO
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro are usually found in August or May, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap 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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$653
(Priceline)

One-way from

$334
(Avianca)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,024
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro
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 September 17, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 12/18:25 amSFO - GIG
2 stops25h 45mAir Canada
Sun 12/149:00 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop29h 34mAir Canada
Deal found 9/15$659
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/58:30 amSFO - GIG
2 stops25h 40mAir Canada
Mon 11/173:55 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops34h 27mAir Canada
Deal found 9/15$665
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/228:30 amSFO - SDU
2 stops25h 50mAir Canada
Thu 10/301:45 pmSDU - SFO
2 stops35h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 9/14$670
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/118:25 amSFO - GIG
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/1911:30 amGIG - SFO
2 stops28h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$671
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 11/268:30 amSFO - GIG
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/19:15 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops42h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$672
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/48:25 amSFO - GIG
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/143:55 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops34h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$675
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/318:25 amSFO - GIG
2 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/73:55 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops34h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$676
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2111:40 amSFO - GIG
2 stops23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/283:55 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$691
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/411:10 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops26h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/111:30 amGIG - SFO
1 stop26h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$693
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sat 11/151:35 amSFO - GIG
2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/2312:40 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops26h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$706
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/68:25 amSFO - GIG
2 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/123:55 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops34h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$709
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/711:40 amSFO - SDU
2 stops40h 00mAir Canada
Wed 10/1511:30 amSDU - SFO
2 stops36h 21mAir Canada
Deal found 9/16$714

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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Rio de Janeiro

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Wed 10/22

8:30 am-2:20 pm

2 stops25h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 10/29

1:45 pm-9:22 pm

2 stops35h 37m

$714

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Wed 11/5

12:36 am-4:00 am

1 stop22h 24m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 11/11

1:30 am-11:17 pm

1 stop26h 47m

$818

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Tue 10/21

8:40 am-1:20 pm

3 stops24h 40m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 10/28

2:00 pm-1:00 pm

3 stops27h 00m

$957

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Sun 10/5

11:40 am-7:40 am

2 stops40h 00m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 10/15

11:30 am-9:40 pm

2 stops38h 10m

$984

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Fri 10/31

8:25 am-1:15 pm

2 stops24h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Fri 11/7

2:00 pm-12:00 pm

3 stops27h 00m

$987

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Tue 2/3

8:25 am-2:20 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 3/4

11:25 am-1:30 pm

2 stops31h 05m

$990

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Mon 2/2

8:30 am-2:20 pm

2 stops24h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 3/4

11:25 am-9:22 pm

2 stops38h 57m

$990

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Fri 2/6

8:25 am-2:20 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 2/10

11:25 am-10:54 am

2 stops28h 29m

$990

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Tue 11/4

8:25 am-4:45 pm

2 stops27h 20m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Fri 11/14

1:45 pm-9:22 pm

2 stops36h 37m

$994

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

8:30 am-2:20 pm

2 stops24h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 3/2

8:25 pm-11:11 pm

2 stops31h 46m

$999

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Rio de Janeiro from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

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 39 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro (average of $755). Flying from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,290). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to RIO?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 42% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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 September 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Copa Airlines, and LATAM Airlines 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,847 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    If you book a flight to Rio de Janeiro from San Francisco, you will be flying from San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 11.8 mi from the center of San Francisco. There are 0 flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro per day from 6 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro in 22h 24m. Fly via Air Canada, Copa Airlines, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro is about 6607 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $392, Avianca will fly you from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro and back. In addition to Avianca, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $737 and $753, respectively. Avianca is priced at 62% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro (average of $755). Flying from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,290). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro

Discover the top 6 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$392Average$743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$737Average$1,196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$753Average$1,188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$826Average$965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$876Average$1,154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$882Average$1,286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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