Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Currently priced at $732, 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 Copa Airlines and Air Canada - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $746 and $842, respectively. Avianca is priced at 27% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

Question 2

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro one-way?

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To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Avianca, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $357. Copa Airlines flights start at $364 while deals on Air Canada start at $469 one-way.

Question 3

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Accepted Answer

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro (average of $677). Flying from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,049). 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.

January

$1,002

February

$915

March

$847

April

$832

May

$835

June

$932

July

$968

August

$718

September

$677

October

$791

November

$888

December

$1,049

Question 4

When is the best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

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 13 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.

Question 5

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?

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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Question 6

How recently were the San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flight deals updated?

Accepted Answer

The San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/8.

Question 7

What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

Before booking your flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro check out the most popular airlines for this route: American Airlines, Azul or Avianca.

Question 8

Can I find flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro for under $800 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro for under $800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Avianca for just $732, but on average you can expect to pay $783.

Question 9

Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro for under $1,100?

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There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro within the next 7 days for less than $1,100.

Question 10

Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?

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Most of the time, San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flights that have layovers will stop in Panama City.

Question 11

Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Accepted Answer

The least popular layover on flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro is Houston.

Question 12

What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Panama City?

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Amador Causeway, Panama Old Cathedral, and Panama Canal are currently the most popular points of interest in Panama City at the moment. Those on a layover in Panama City interested in visiting Amador Causeway, Panama Old Cathedral, or Panama Canal can do so by traveling 14.7 mi, 13.2 mi, and 15.1 mi, respectively from Panama City Tocumen Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Panama City can rent one for about $16 per day.

Question 13

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?

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Monday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 26%.

Question 14

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

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Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 14 days in advance to save up to 141% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 14 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $317, or $778 for flights within the next 24 hours.

Question 15

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?

Accepted Answer

The best pricing can be found in the month of August. Prices to Rio de Janeiro from San Francisco average $1,016. You can even find prices in August for less than $1,016, as users have found deals to Rio de Janeiro from as low as $485. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Rio de Janeiro from San Francisco. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 46%.

Question 16

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro (SFO - RIO)?

Accepted Answer

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 25% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Question 17

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

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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 8 different airlines.

Question 18

What does SFO to GIG mean?

Accepted Answer

Great question - SFO to GIG just means San Francisco Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).

Question 19

Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro that include extra baggage allowance?

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The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

Question 20

Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro with specific airlines?

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Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

Question 21

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

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

Question 22

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

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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.

Question 23

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

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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.

Question 24

Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro that allow pets onboard?

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Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

Question 25

Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?

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Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

Question 26

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?

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When you search for this flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro, Cheapflights searches on 900+ travel sites to save you time finding great flight deals online. Additionally, we offer filter features so you can choose a preferred cabin class or airline, see different price ranges, and much more so you can book the flight for you.

Question 27

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?

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Cheapflights taps into our reliable network of hundreds of airlines and travel agencies to find the best deals for flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro for you. Better yet — we are completely free to use.

Question 28

Can Cheapflights find flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro with no change fees?

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Certainly. Search results for flights to Rio de Janeiro from San Francisco shown to you on Cheapflights can be narrowed down with different useful search filters, which includes flexible booking options.

Question 29

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Delta	Cheapest$351	Average$991	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Delta flights
Copa Airlines	Cheapest$518	Average$926	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search Copa Airlines flights
Avianca	Cheapest$578	Average$962	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search Avianca flights
United Airlines	Cheapest$645	Average$1,143	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
LATAM Airlines	Cheapest$653	Average$886	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search LATAM Airlines flights
American Airlines	Cheapest$692	Average$1,152	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights
GOL	Cheapest$786	Average$1,165	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search GOL flights
Azul	Cheapest$980	Average$1,334	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Azul flights

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