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$322+ Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Brazil (GIG) to San Francisco (SFO)

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 11/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GIG — SFO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco are usually found in November or February, booked 5 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$619
(Orbitz)

One-way from

$322
(Avianca)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$815
From Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco
One-way flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($56 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

Find flight deals from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco

Cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/72:45 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops34h 08mAir Canada
Tue 11/1110:45 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops35h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 6/12$619
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/226:25 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops23h 59mLATAM Airlines
Wed 9/38:55 amSFO - GIG
2 stops20h 40mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/11$622
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/107:25 amGIG - SFO
2 stops19h 20mAvianca
Sat 9/202:30 amSFO - GIG
2 stops17h 55mAvianca
Deal found 6/12$624
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 9/169:05 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop25h 55mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/225:00 amSFO - GIG
1 stop23h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$628
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Thu 11/610:25 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop27h 27mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/1110:25 amSFO - GIG
1 stop18h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$636
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/195:05 amGIG - SFO
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/12:30 amSFO - GIG
2 stops17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$718
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/265:05 amGIG - SFO
1 stop20h 10mCopa Airlines
Wed 7/21:25 amSFO - GIG
1 stop18h 50mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/10$736
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Mon 12/1512:50 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops39h 30mDelta
Thu 1/86:00 amSFO - GIG
2 stops19h 15mDelta
Deal found 6/12$767
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1711:55 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop16h 46mGOL
Wed 1/71:24 pmSFO - GIG
1 stop15h 51mGOL
Deal found 6/12$823

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Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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Price

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 10/7

2:45 pm-8:53 pm

2 stops34h 08m

San Francisco

Tue 11/11

10:45 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops35h 20m

$619

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 8/22

6:25 pm-2:24 pm

2 stops23h 59m

San Francisco

Wed 9/3

8:55 am-9:35 am

2 stops20h 40m

$622

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 9/10

7:25 am-10:45 pm

2 stops19h 20m

San Francisco

Sat 9/20

2:30 am-12:25 am

2 stops17h 55m

$624

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 9/16

9:05 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop25h 55m

San Francisco

Mon 9/22

5:00 am-8:15 am

1 stop23h 15m

$628

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 11/6

10:25 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop27h 27m

San Francisco

Tue 11/11

10:25 am-10:15 am

1 stop18h 50m

$636

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 11/10

5:05 am-11:40 pm

1 stop23h 35m

San Francisco

Sun 11/16

12:55 am-7:39 am

1 stop25h 44m

$726

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 8/22

7:25 am-12:23 pm

3 stops32h 58m

San Francisco

Tue 11/11

1:20 pm-12:40 am

2 stops30h 20m

$808

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 11/6

7:20 am-9:55 pm

2 stops19h 35m

$322

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 7/10

9:00 pm-10:12 am

1 stop17h 12m

$351

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 11/6

9:55 pm-9:13 pm

1 stop28h 18m

$356

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco is 5 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 Francisco. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, LATAM Airlines and Copa Airlines from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    Located just 11.8 mi from the city center, San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Francisco from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Booking flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco (SFO) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl from 4 different airlines.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco round-trip from $619. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are LATAM Airlines, from $622, and Avianca, from $624. You may be able to fly from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco for 29% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco are Avianca ($322), LATAM Airlines ($351), and United Airlines ($356).

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 4 airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to San Francisco. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$636Average$952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$642Average$915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$690Average$993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$736Average$847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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