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$477+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) 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 7/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — RIO
jul. 8 — jul. 151
mar. 7/8
mar. 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 julio 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$866
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$477
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,522
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 3, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 8/1712:39 pmSJC - SDU
3 stops29h 46mMultiple Airlines
dom. 8/246:00 amSDU - SJC
3 stops20h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$866
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 8/256:00 amSJC - GIG
3 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
dom. 8/316:05 amGIG - SJC
3 stops20h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$866
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 8/2412:30 pmSJC - GIG
1 stop17h 45mLATAM Airlines
lun. 9/89:00 pmGIG - SJC
1 stop18h 10mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,035
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
jue. 8/218:25 pmSJC - GIG
2 stops33h 50mDelta
lun. 8/259:00 pmGIG - SJC
1 stop18h 10mDelta
Deal found 7/1$1,042
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
dom. 8/178:00 amSJC - GIG
2 stops20h 20mAmerican Airlines
dom. 8/2411:00 pmGIG - SJC
2 stops27h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,131
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
dom. 8/171:05 pmSJC - GIG
1 stop15h 10mUnited Airlines
dom. 8/249:05 pmGIG - SJC
1 stop19h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,229
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
mié. 12/2412:32 pmSJC - SDU
2 stops23h 28mLATAM Airlines
mié. 12/312:00 pmSDU - SJC
2 stops26h 12mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,416
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
mar. 7/157:00 amSJC - SDU
3 stops27h 20mAir Canada
lun. 7/217:55 amSDU - SJC
3 stops33h 27mAir Canada
Deal found 7/2$2,175
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
sáb. 8/166:30 amSJC - SDU
2 stops23h 05mDelta
sáb. 8/238:20 pmSDU - SJC
2 stops18h 50mDelta
Deal found 7/2$4,044

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Rio de Janeiro that are best for you.

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San Jose

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Rio de Janeiro

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Return

Price

San JoseRio de Janeiro

SJC - SDU

SJCSDU

San Jose

dom. 8/17

12:39 pm-10:25 pm

3 stops29h 46m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

dom. 8/24

6:00 am-10:58 pm

3 stops20h 58m

$866

San JoseRio de Janeiro

SJC - GIG

SJCGIG

San Jose

lun. 8/25

6:00 am-10:10 am

3 stops24h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

dom. 8/31

6:05 am-10:58 pm

3 stops20h 53m

$866

San JoseRio de Janeiro

SJC - GIG

SJCGIG

San Jose

dom. 8/24

12:30 pm-10:15 am

1 stop17h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

lun. 9/8

9:00 pm-11:10 am

1 stop18h 10m

$1,035

San JoseRio de Janeiro

SJC - GIG

SJCGIG

San Jose

jue. 8/21

8:25 pm-10:15 am

2 stops33h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

lun. 8/25

9:00 pm-11:10 am

1 stop18h 10m

$1,042

San JoseRio de Janeiro

SJC - GIG

SJCGIG

San Jose

dom. 8/17

8:00 am-8:20 am

2 stops20h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

dom. 8/24

11:00 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops27h 25m

$1,131

San JoseRio de Janeiro

SJC - GIG

SJCGIG

San Jose

dom. 8/17

1:05 pm-8:15 am

1 stop15h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

dom. 8/24

9:05 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$1,229

San JoseRio de Janeiro

SJC - SDU

SJCSDU

San Jose

dom. 8/17

7:00 am-2:20 pm

3 stops27h 20m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

dom. 8/24

3:00 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops25h 05m

$1,375

San JoseRio de Janeiro

SJC - SDU

SJCSDU

San Jose

mié. 12/24

12:32 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops23h 28m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

mié. 12/31

2:00 pm-11:12 am

2 stops26h 12m

$1,416

San JoseRio de Janeiro

SJC - SDU

SJCSDU

San Jose

mar. 7/15

7:00 am-2:20 pm

3 stops27h 20m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

lun. 7/21

7:55 am-1:22 pm

3 stops33h 27m

$2,175

San JoseRio de Janeiro

SJC - SDU

SJCSDU

San Jose

sáb. 8/16

6:30 am-9:35 am

2 stops23h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

sáb. 8/23

8:20 pm-11:10 am

2 stops18h 50m

$4,044

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Rio de Janeiro (average of $755). Flying from San Jose 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 SJC to RIO?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 julio 3, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Jose to Rio de Janeiro as you normally would.

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 julio 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, LATAM Airlines, and United Airlines from San Jose to Rio de Janeiro. 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
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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
7,982 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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
1,805 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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
8,861 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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
7,982 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,681 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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 Jose 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 Jose to Rio de Janeiro?

    For a flight from San Jose to Rio de Janeiro, you will be flying from San Jose. San Jose (SJC) is just 2.9 mi from the center of the city. San Jose is the only San Jose airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Rio de Janeiro per day. 0 airlines have flights to Rio de Janeiro from San Jose on a regular basis.

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

    Flying on LATAM Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Rio de Janeiro, with prices starting at $1,035. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,042 and $1,131, respectively. Users have found that LATAM Airlines is 16% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Jose to Rio de Janeiro are LATAM Airlines ($603), Delta ($618), and American Airlines ($624).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Jose 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 Jose to Rio de Janeiro.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose 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 Jose to Rio de Janeiro?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Rio de Janeiro (average of $755). Flying from San Jose 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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