$348+ 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 9/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — RIO
Aug 22 — Aug 291
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 July 23, 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 July 23, 2026.
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1711:55 pm
SFO
- GIG
2 stops20h 35m
Avianca
Wed 9/27:20 am
GIG
- SFO
2 stops19h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 7/19![Avianca logo]()
$738
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 11/37:36 pm
SFO
- GIG
1 stop23h 54m
Copa Airlines
Mon 11/91:35 am
GIG
- SFO
1 stop20h 50m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Copa Airlines logo]()
$739
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1111:55 pm
SFO
- GIG
2 stops20h 35m
Avianca
Fri 9/187:20 am
GIG
- SFO
2 stops19h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 7/19![Avianca logo]()
$749
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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
SFO
- GIG
1 stop23h 35m
United Airlines
Sat 11/79:55 pm
GIG
- SFO
1 stop16h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/22![United Airlines logo]()
$751
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/201:45 pm
SFO
- GIG
2 stops24h 50m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 8/279:00 pm
GIG
- SFO
1 stop18h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/21![LATAM Airlines logo]()
$752
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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.
Tue 11/1011:45 pm
SFO
- GIG
2 stops29h 05m
Delta
Mon 11/1610:55 pm
GIG
- SFO
2 stops24h 53m
Delta
Deal found 7/18![Delta logo]()
$755
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 11/23:00 pm
SFO
- GIG
2 stops28h 05m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 11/1111:00 am
GIG
- SFO
2 stops33h 08m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/22![LATAM Airlines logo]()
$758
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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
SFO
- GIG
1 stop31h 24m
Copa Airlines
Thu 11/51:35 am
GIG
- SFO
1 stop26h 37m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Copa Airlines logo]()
$759
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/159:48 pm
SFO
- GIG
2 stops31h 17m
LATAM Airlines
Mon 8/2411:10 am
GIG
- SFO
2 stops27h 07m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/18![LATAM Airlines logo]()
$760
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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
SFO
- GIG
1 stop37h 25m
United Airlines
Fri 11/69:55 pm
GIG
- SFO
1 stop16h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/22![United Airlines logo]()
$762
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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.
Tue 11/1011:45 pm
SFO
- GIG
2 stops29h 05m
Delta
Sun 11/1512:15 pm
GIG
- SFO
2 stops29h 07m
Delta
Deal found 7/18![Delta logo]()
$763
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/202:15 pm
SFO
- GIG
2 stops30h 15m
Avianca
Tue 9/11:35 am
GIG
- SFO
2 stops25h 00m
Avianca
Deal found 7/19![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 July 23, 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 July 23, 2026.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 9/131:12 am
SFO
- GIG
1 stop26h 43m
Copa Airlines
Mon 9/215:10 am
GIG
- SFO
1 stop22h 30m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Copa Airlines logo]()
$739
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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.
Sun 11/87:05 am
SFO
- GIG
1 stop21h 30m
United Airlines
Thu 11/129:55 pm
GIG
- SFO
1 stop21h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/18![United Airlines logo]()
$751
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 GOL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/148:35 am
SFO
- GIG
1 stop19h 45m
GOL
Mon 9/219:55 pm
GIG
- SFO
2 stops47h 02m
GOL
Deal found 7/21![GOL logo]()
$759
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/88:51 pm
SFO
- SDU
2 stops20h 34m
Azul
Sat 11/146:50 pm
SDU
- SFO
2 stops22h 04m
Azul
Deal found 7/18![Azul logo]()
$923
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Sun 11/18:25 am
SFO
- SDU
2 stops27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/76:50 pm
SDU
- SFO
2 stops22h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,092
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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
SFO
- GIG
1 stop19h 13m
Copa Airlines
Sun 10/251:35 am
GIG
- SFO
1 stop26h 05m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Copa Airlines logo]()
$739
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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.
Sat 11/75:00 am
SFO
- GIG
1 stop23h 35m
United Airlines
Fri 11/139:55 pm
GIG
- SFO
1 stop24h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/18![United Airlines logo]()
$751
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 GOL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/178:35 am
SFO
- GIG
1 stop19h 50m
GOL
Tue 12/15:05 pm
GIG
- SFO
2 stops25h 09m
GOL
Deal found 7/21![GOL logo]()
$759
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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
SFO
- GIG
1 stop23h 35m
United Airlines
Sat 11/79:55 pm
GIG
- SFO
1 stop16h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/22![United Airlines logo]()
$751
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Fri 10/231:12 am
SFO
- GIG
1 stop19h 13m
Copa Airlines
Mon 11/25:05 am
GIG
- SFO
1 stop23h 07m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Copa Airlines logo]()
$759
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 11/1612:33 am
SFO
- GIG
1 stop18h 57m
Copa Airlines
Tue 12/15:05 am
GIG
- SFO
1 stop17h 20m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Copa Airlines logo]()
$759
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/108:51 pm
SFO
- SDU
2 stops20h 34m
Azul
Wed 11/186:50 pm
SDU
- SFO
2 stops22h 45m
Azul
Deal found 7/18![Azul logo]()
$959
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Sun 10/258:36 pm
SFO
- GIG
1 stop31h 24m
Copa Airlines
Thu 11/51:35 am
GIG
- SFO
1 stop26h 37m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Copa Airlines logo]()
$759
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 10/258:36 pm
SFO
- GIG
1 stop31h 24m
Copa Airlines
Sat 11/75:05 am
GIG
- SFO
1 stop23h 07m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Copa Airlines logo]()
$759
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 10/259:30 pm
SFO
- SDU
2 stops20h 55m
Azul
Sat 11/76:50 pm
SDU
- SFO
2 stops22h 04m
Azul
Deal found 7/23![Azul logo]()
$1,058
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 11/116:00 am
SFO
- SDU
2 stops29h 45m
United Airlines
Sun 11/152:50 pm
SDU
- SFO
2 stops28h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/22![United Airlines logo]()
$1,053
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Sun 10/1812:45 am
SFO
- SDU
2 stops36h 00m
United Airlines
Sun 10/252:50 pm
SDU
- SFO
2 stops27h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/20![United Airlines logo]()
$1,053
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 8/191:54 pm
SFO
- SDU
2 stops22h 51m
United Airlines
Wed 8/261:45 pm
SDU
- SFO
2 stops23h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/19![United Airlines logo]()
$1,053
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 9/151:54 pm
SFO
- SDU
2 stops22h 51m
United Airlines
Fri 10/21:45 pm
SDU
- SFO
2 stops25h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/19![United Airlines logo]()
$1,053
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/94:48 pm
SFO
- SDU
2 stops42h 57m
United Airlines
Fri 1/221:45 pm
SDU
- SFO
2 stops34h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21![United Airlines logo]()
$1,071
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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.
Thu 11/55:00 am
SFO
- SDU
2 stops30h 45m
United Airlines
Sat 11/145:30 pm
SDU
- SFO
2 stops21h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/18![United Airlines logo]()
$1,143
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Tue 10/1312:45 am
SFO
- SDU
2 stops36h 00m
United Airlines
Sun 10/182:50 pm
SDU
- SFO
2 stops30h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/20![United Airlines logo]()
$1,155
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to Rio de JaneiroDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro. Data last updated July 23, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro. Data last updated July 23, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/111:12 am
SFO
- GIG
1 stop19h 13m
Copa Airlines
Thu 8/2710:30 am
GIG
- SFO
1 stop17h 10m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Copa Airlines logo]()
$739
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/122:08 pm
SFO
- GIG
2 stops20h 02m
American Airlines
Thu 8/2710:10 pm
GIG
- SFO
1 stop26h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/20![American Airlines logo]()
$758
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 8/126:30 pm
SFO
- GIG
1 stop33h 45m
United Airlines
Thu 8/279:05 pm
GIG
- SFO
1 stop21h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/19![United Airlines logo]()
$762
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 8/138:21 pm
SFO
- GIG
1 stop24h 04m
Copa Airlines
Thu 8/2710:30 am
GIG
- SFO
1 stop17h 10m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Copa Airlines logo]()
$759
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/1312:16 pm
SFO
- GIG
1 stop17h 39m
American Airlines
Thu 8/2710:10 pm
GIG
- SFO
1 stop30h 44m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/22![American Airlines logo]()
$765
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/159:48 pm
SFO
- GIG
2 stops31h 17m
LATAM Airlines
Mon 8/2411:10 am
GIG
- SFO
2 stops27h 07m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/18![LATAM Airlines logo]()
$760
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1711:55 pm
SFO
- GIG
2 stops20h 35m
Avianca
Wed 9/27:20 am
GIG
- SFO
2 stops19h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 7/19![Avianca logo]()
$738
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1811:55 pm
SFO
- GIG
2 stops20h 35m
Avianca
Mon 9/147:20 am
GIG
- SFO
2 stops19h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 7/21![Avianca logo]()
$749
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/195:30 am
SFO
- GIG
2 stops22h 50m
American Airlines
Wed 8/2610:10 pm
GIG
- SFO
2 stops21h 52m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/19![American Airlines logo]()
$755
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2010:45 am
SFO
- GIG
1 stop17h 30m
United Airlines
Wed 9/29:05 pm
GIG
- SFO
1 stop23h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21![United Airlines logo]()
$751
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/201:45 pm
SFO
- GIG
2 stops24h 50m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 8/279:00 pm
GIG
- SFO
1 stop18h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/21![LATAM Airlines logo]()
$752
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/202:15 pm
SFO
- GIG
2 stops30h 15m
Avianca
Tue 9/11:35 am
GIG
- SFO
2 stops25h 00m
Avianca
Deal found 7/19![Avianca logo]()
$764
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 July 23, 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 July 23, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Sat 9/267:30 pm
SFO
- GIG
2 stops24h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$348
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2910:06 am
SFO
- GIG
2 stops34h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$362
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 9/1610:06 am
SFO
- GIG
2 stops37h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$375
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Sun 9/279:18 am
SFO
- GIG
2 stops35h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$381
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 8/114:30 pm
SFO
- GIG
3 stops27h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$386
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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.
Wed 8/268:56 pm
SFO
- GIG
3 stops47h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$388
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 9/18:56 pm
SFO
- GIG
3 stops47h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$405
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Sat 8/228:56 pm
SFO
- GIG
3 stops47h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$407
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/147:30 pm
SFO
- SDU
3 stops46h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$445
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Thu 11/128:51 pm
SFO
- SDU
2 stops20h 34m
Azul
Deal found 7/19![Azul logo]()
$448
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/295:24 pm
SFO
- SDU
3 stops48h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$450
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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.
Wed 8/268:23 pm
SFO
- SDU
3 stops55h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$453
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 July 23, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $738 (Avianca) |
One-way from | $348 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $1,126 |
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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 23, 2026.
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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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO - GIG
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Sun 9/13
1:12 am-7:55 am
1 stop26h 43m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Mon 9/21
5:10 am-11:40 pm
1 stop22h 30m
$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
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO - GIG
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Sun 11/8
7:05 am-9:35 am
1 stop21h 30m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Thu 11/12
9:55 pm-2:47 pm
1 stop21h 52m
$751
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO - GIG
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Sat 11/7
5:00 am-9:35 am
1 stop23h 35m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Fri 11/13
9:55 pm-5:08 pm
1 stop24h 13m
$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-9:41 am
1 stop16h 46m
$751
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO - GIG
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Mon 9/14
8:35 am-8:20 am
1 stop19h 45m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Mon 9/21
9:55 pm-4:57 pm
2 stops47h 02m
$759
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO - GIG
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Tue 11/17
8:35 am-9:25 am
1 stop19h 50m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Tue 12/1
5:05 pm-1:14 pm
2 stops25h 09m
$759
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO - GIG
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Fri 10/23
1:12 am-12:25 am
1 stop19h 13m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Mon 11/2
5:05 am-11:12 pm
1 stop23h 07m
$759
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO - GIG
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Mon 11/16
12:33 am-12:30 am
1 stop18h 57m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Tue 12/1
5:05 am-5:25 pm
1 stop17h 20m
$759
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO - GIG
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Sun 10/25
8:36 pm-8:00 am
1 stop31h 24m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Thu 11/5
1:35 am-11:12 pm
1 stop26h 37m
$759
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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 July.
| 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 Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- 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
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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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro
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SFO-GIG
SFO-SDU
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro (average of $938). Flying from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,519). 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 $817 and $1,449 in August.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $738 on Avianca (Aug 17-Sep 2).
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 July 23, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines,GOL, andAmerican 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.
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Overall
7.4
Food
6.6
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayThomas,Mar 2025
SFO - TPE
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Overall
7.4
Food
6.6
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayThomas,Mar 2025
SFO - TPE
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Overall
7.4
Food
6.6
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayThomas,Mar 2025
SFO - TPE
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Overall
7.4
Food
6.6
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayThomas,Mar 2025
SFO - TPE
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Overall
7.4
Food
6.6
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayThomas,Mar 2025
SFO - TPE
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Overall
7.4
Food
6.6
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayThomas,Mar 2025
SFO - TPE
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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 July 23, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$342 | Average$1,271 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$392 | Average$746 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$670 | Average$964 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$719 | Average$1,231 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$739 | Average$978 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$750 | Average$1,412 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$948 | Average$1,394 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$981 | Average$1,286 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |