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$374+ 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 2/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GIG — SAN
feb. 26 — mar. 51
jue. 2/26
jue. 3/5
1 adult, Economy
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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 enero 27, 2026.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
lun. 3/165:10 am
GIG
-
SAN
1 stop17h 04m
Copa Airlines
mié. 4/19:18 pm
SAN
-
GIG
1 stop23h 07m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/27$580
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
mié. 3/118:55 pm
GIG
-
SAN
1 stop25h 38m
United Airlines
mié. 3/188:45 am
SAN
-
GIG
2 stops44h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/25$582
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
jue. 3/59:30 pm
GIG
-
SAN
1 stop17h 31m
LATAM Airlines
lun. 3/98:00 am
SAN
-
GIG
1 stop19h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/26$590
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
sáb. 5/97:00 am
GIG
-
SAN
2 stops31h 00m
LATAM Airlines
lun. 5/1810:40 pm
SAN
-
GIG
2 stops27h 25m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/24$607
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 2/810:10 am
GIG
-
SAN
1 stop36h 03m
Copa Airlines
lun. 2/238:17 pm
SAN
-
GIG
1 stop23h 13m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/24$613
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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. 3/158:55 pm
GIG
-
SAN
2 stops40h 25m
United Airlines
mar. 3/3110:23 am
SAN
-
GIG
1 stop17h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$616
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
mar. 9/17:00 am
GIG
-
SAN
2 stops30h 43m
LATAM Airlines
mar. 9/2212:50 pm
SAN
-
GIG
2 stops25h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/25$623
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
mar. 9/110:10 pm
GIG
-
SAN
2 stops25h 23m
American Airlines
mar. 9/227:15 am
SAN
-
GIG
2 stops21h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$625

Find 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 enero 27, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$580
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$374
(Kiwi.com)

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Cheapest in

January

Average price

$591
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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

lun. 3/16

5:10 am-6:14 pm

1 stop17h 04m

San Diego

mié. 4/1

9:18 pm-12:25 am

1 stop23h 07m

$580

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mar. 3/10

1:40 am-6:14 pm

1 stop20h 34m

San Diego

mié. 3/18

9:18 pm-12:30 am

1 stop23h 12m

$580

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mié. 3/11

8:55 pm-6:33 pm

1 stop25h 38m

San Diego

mié. 3/18

8:45 am-9:35 am

2 stops44h 50m

$582

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

jue. 3/5

9:30 pm-10:01 am

1 stop17h 31m

San Diego

lun. 3/9

1:02 pm-9:15 am

1 stop16h 13m

$591

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

vie. 4/10

7:00 am-9:52 am

2 stops30h 52m

San Diego

dom. 4/26

6:15 am-10:15 am

1 stop24h 00m

$591

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

dom. 2/1

9:30 pm-1:57 pm

2 stops21h 27m

$374

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mar. 2/24

10:10 am-1:43 pm

2 stops56h 33m

$382

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

lun. 2/23

6:00 am-9:41 pm

3 stops44h 41m

$387

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

dom. 3/15

10:10 am-9:03 pm

2 stops38h 53m

$407

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

jue. 3/26

5:40 pm-12:58 pm

2 stops23h 18m

$425

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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 $507). Flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,174). 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.

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 enero 27, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United 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
9,205 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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
9,205 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,205 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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. 1 airline 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 17h 04m. 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 is the cheapest airline to fly from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Diego round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,068, United Airlines will fly you from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Diego and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip.

  • 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 $507). Flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,174). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,068Average$1,205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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