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$371+ Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Brazil (GIG) to San Diego (SAN)

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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GIG — SAN
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG) to San Diego (SAN). 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 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$528
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$371
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,202
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Cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 9/251:25 amGIG - SAN
1 stop20h 25mCopa Airlines
Fri 10/109:12 pmSAN - GIG
1 stop23h 13mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/11$528
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/267:00 amGIG - SAN
2 stops20h 24mLATAM Airlines
Fri 10/1011:00 amSAN - GIG
1 stop19h 15mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/11$540
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Wed 10/151:35 pmGIG - SAN
2 stops34h 44mDelta
Wed 11/56:15 amSAN - GIG
2 stops23h 30mDelta
Deal found 9/11$596
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/159:05 pmGIG - SAN
1 stop25h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/56:47 pmSAN - GIG
2 stops33h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$620
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/141:30 amGIG - SAN
1 stop20h 27mCopa Airlines
Wed 11/58:10 pmSAN - GIG
1 stop23h 20mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/11$628
This MaxMilhas deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 MaxMilhas is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2410:10 amGIG - SAN
2 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/910:40 pmSAN - GIG
2 stops28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$645
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/239:30 pmGIG - SAN
1 stop26h 02mLATAM Airlines
Fri 1/96:20 amSAN - GIG
1 stop21h 00mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/10$647
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 12/177:15 amGIG - SAN
2 stops21h 31mLATAM Airlines
Thu 1/158:00 amSAN - GIG
1 stop19h 20mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/10$662
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 9/199:05 pmGIG - SAN
2 stops27h 43mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/3010:15 amSAN - GIG
1 stop18h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$671

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Diego that are best for you.

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Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 9/25

1:25 am-5:50 pm

1 stop20h 25m

San Diego

Fri 10/10

9:12 pm-12:25 am

1 stop23h 13m

$528

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 10/15

9:05 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop25h 05m

San Diego

Wed 11/5

6:47 pm-9:35 am

2 stops33h 48m

$620

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 10/14

1:30 am-5:57 pm

1 stop20h 27m

San Diego

Wed 11/5

8:10 pm-12:30 am

1 stop23h 20m

$628

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 12/24

10:10 am-10:40 am

2 stops29h 30m

San Diego

Fri 1/9

10:40 pm-8:00 am

2 stops28h 20m

$645

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 12/17

7:15 am-11:46 pm

2 stops21h 31m

San Diego

Thu 1/15

8:00 am-8:20 am

1 stop19h 20m

$662

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 12/2

7:50 am-1:30 pm

3 stops34h 40m

$372

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 12/4

4:05 pm-1:30 pm

3 stops50h 25m

$395

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 1/20

1:45 am-5:41 pm

1 stop20h 56m

$469

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 9/25

1:25 am-7:25 pm

2 stops22h 00m

$481

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 12/2

9:55 pm-7:56 pm

1 stop27h 01m

$484

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Diego

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Diego?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Diego?

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Diego to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Diego. 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 into for flights to San Diego from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    San Diego (SAN), located 2.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Diego. 2 airlines have flights to San Diego from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Diego should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl per day.

  • How long is the flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Diego?

    Departing from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Diego will take you 20h 25m. The distance from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Diego is about 6196 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Diego round-trip?

    Currently priced at $704, American Airlines will fly you from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Diego and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on United Airlines for as low as $737. American Airlines is priced at 30% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Diego that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Diego?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Diego 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 Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 2 airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Diego

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Diego. 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 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$704Average$704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$737Average$1,108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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