Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO) from $331

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/20. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
SFO — RIO
sep. 26 — oct. 31

The best prices from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro are usually found in February or March, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

How to find the cheapest flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)

All the information you need to plan the best SFO to RIO flight in 2023: compare San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Rio de Janeiro.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Round-trip from

$697

One-way from

$353
High demand for flights, 24% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 29% potential price drop
From San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)
One-way flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)

SFO - RIO

Price

$697 - $1,522

RIO

Temperature

69.8 - 82.4 °F

RIO

Rainfall

1.6 - 5.1 inches

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

Tuesday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 72%.

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

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 57 days in advance to save up to 3% 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 57 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 $1,106, or $1,145 for flights within the next 24 hours.

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

The best pricing can be found in the month of February. Prices to Rio de Janeiro from San Francisco average $1,114. You can even find prices in February for less than $1,114, as users have found deals to Rio de Janeiro from as low as $743. The month of June 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 31%.

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

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 17% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap American Airlines flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro

Consider these cheap American Airlines flights we've found departing from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.

Cheap Copa Airlines flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro

Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Copa Airlines flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.

Cheap San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for SFO to RIO flights for September, October
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro in September and October 2023. Check back in a little while for more flight options.

San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to Rio de Janeiro from San Francisco found for this year
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro in September and October 2023. Check back in a little while for more flight options.

San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flights leaving soon

Late deals on return flights to Rio de Janeiro from San Francisco, departing today and this week
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One-way flights to Rio de Janeiro from San Francisco

The cheapest one-way flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Users in need of a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro instead should update the search form at the top of page.

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$689 - $1,004

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San FranciscoRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

lun. 12/4

2 stops21h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

dom. 12/10

2 stops22h 28m

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

mié. 2/21

1 stop17h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mié. 2/28

1 stop19h 42m

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

dom. 10/1

1 stop23h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mar. 10/31

1 stop19h 17m

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

mié. 2/21

1 stop23h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mar. 2/27

1 stop26h 14m

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

sáb. 12/2

1 stop21h 37m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

vie. 12/8

1 stop26h 14m

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

mié. 11/29

2 stops32h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mar. 12/5

3 stops32h 10m

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

lun. 10/2

1 stop19h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mié. 10/18

2 stops40h 58m

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

lun. 1/22

2 stops26h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

sáb. 2/3

2 stops19h 20m

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

lun. 1/22

2 stops26h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

sáb. 2/3

2 stops32h 34m

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Deals found on 9/20

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro

To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro, see what other customers have to say about American Airlines, Copa Airlines and GOL. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
3,019 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The flight was not listed on the screens so we had to guess which gate to go to from another similar flight and got lucky. Flight crew seemed irritated to be there.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,019 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,019 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The flight was not listed on the screens so we had to guess which gate to go to from another similar flight and got lucky. Flight crew seemed irritated to be there.

Azul
7.8
Good
33 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,019 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The flight was not listed on the screens so we had to guess which gate to go to from another similar flight and got lucky. Flight crew seemed irritated to be there.

LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
448 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,019 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The flight was not listed on the screens so we had to guess which gate to go to from another similar flight and got lucky. Flight crew seemed irritated to be there.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,890 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,019 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The flight was not listed on the screens so we had to guess which gate to go to from another similar flight and got lucky. Flight crew seemed irritated to be there.

Copa Airlines
7.3
Good
347 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,019 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The flight was not listed on the screens so we had to guess which gate to go to from another similar flight and got lucky. Flight crew seemed irritated to be there.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro flights.

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 7 different airlines.

Can I find flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro for under $700 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro for under $700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $689, but on average you can expect to pay $740.

Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro for under $800?

There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro within the next 7 days for less than $800.

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

Currently priced at $689, American Airlines will fly you from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $726 and $766, respectively. American Airlines is priced at 38% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $331. Delta flights start at $347 while deals on Copa Airlines start at $348 one-way.

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

What does SFO to GIG mean?

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).

Other flights from San Francisco

Top 7 airlines flying from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$627Average$1,047FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Copa AirlinesCheapest$639Average$881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapest$645Average$1,058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$696Average$928FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapest$697Average$782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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GOLCheapest$786Average$915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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AzulCheapest$1,072Average$1,334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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