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$323+ Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (RIO) 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 9/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIO — SFO
Jul 6 — Jul 131
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco are usually found in November or June, booked 32 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rio de Janeiro (RIO) 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 July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$623
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$323
(Avianca)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$925
From Rio de Janeiro (RIO) to San Francisco
One-way flight from Rio de Janeiro (RIO) to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($25 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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

This MaxMilhas deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Thu 11/63:45 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops24h 14mAir Canada
Tue 11/112:30 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops43h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 6/29$608
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1611:25 amSDU - SFO
2 stops38h 57mAir Canada
Thu 1/158:25 amSFO - SDU
2 stops24h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 6/28$616
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Tue 9/97:25 amGIG - SFO
2 stops20h 30mAvianca
Sat 9/2712:05 amSFO - GIG
2 stops20h 20mAvianca
Deal found 6/30$625
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Sun 6/291:21 amGIG - SFO
1 stop26h 19mCopa Airlines
Sat 7/121:25 amSFO - GIG
1 stop18h 50mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/29$626
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 9/179:05 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop30h 54mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/2812:43 amSFO - GIG
1 stop27h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/30$628
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Fri 8/296:25 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops27h 07mDelta
Sun 9/711:35 amSFO - GIG
1 stop18h 40mDelta
Deal found 6/30$633
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Tue 11/45:40 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops21h 52mLATAM Airlines
Tue 11/187:30 amSFO - GIG
1 stop19h 50mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/30$635
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Tue 11/411:55 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop16h 56mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/188:26 amSFO - GIG
1 stop19h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$638
This LATAM Airlines 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/122:20 pmSDU - SFO
2 stops23h 59mLATAM Airlines
Wed 9/245:55 amSFO - SDU
2 stops25h 10mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/1$658
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Wed 8/1310:05 amGIG - SFO
1 stop17h 34mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/192:30 amSFO - GIG
2 stops17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/28$739
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/213:00 pmSDU - SFO
2 stops24h 13mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/2610:35 amSFO - SDU
2 stops23h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$799
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/111:25 amSDU - SFO
2 stops27h 46mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/158:40 amSFO - SDU
2 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$1,041

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

Fly from

Rio de Janeiro

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

SDU - SFO

SDUSFO

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 9/11

7:55 am-9:40 pm

2 stops41h 45m

San Francisco

Thu 9/18

12:15 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops22h 05m

$623

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 9/9

7:25 am-11:55 pm

2 stops20h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 9/27

12:05 am-12:25 am

2 stops20h 20m

$625

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 9/17

9:05 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop30h 54m

San Francisco

Sun 9/28

12:43 am-8:15 am

1 stop27h 32m

$628

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 8/13

10:05 am-11:39 pm

1 stop17h 34m

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

1:30 am-3:50 am

1 stop22h 20m

$631

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 8/29

6:25 pm-5:32 pm

2 stops27h 07m

San Francisco

Sun 9/7

11:35 am-10:15 am

1 stop18h 40m

$633

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 9/18

9:00 pm-6:48 pm

1 stop25h 48m

San Francisco

Wed 10/1

6:15 am-10:15 am

1 stop24h 00m

$637

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 9/9

8:05 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops21h 00m

San Francisco

Sun 9/28

6:45 am-8:20 am

2 stops21h 35m

$647

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

SDU - SFO

SDUSFO

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Fri 9/12

2:20 pm-10:19 am

2 stops23h 59m

San Francisco

Wed 9/24

5:55 am-11:05 am

2 stops25h 10m

$658

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 8/13

10:05 am-11:39 pm

1 stop17h 34m

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

2:30 am-12:25 am

2 stops17h 55m

$739

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

SDU - SFO

SDUSFO

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 9/21

3:00 pm-11:13 am

2 stops24h 13m

San Francisco

Fri 9/26

10:35 am-2:20 pm

2 stops23h 45m

$799

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 32 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 to San Francisco?

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 July 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Azul, Delta, and LATAM Airlines from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco. 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 Francisco from Rio de Janeiro?

    Most people fly into San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight to San Francisco from Rio de Janeiro. On average, San Francisco has 0 inbound flights from Rio de Janeiro per day from 3 airlines. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

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

    Currently priced at $623, Air Canada will fly you from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco and back. In addition to Air Canada, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Avianca and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $625 and $628, respectively. Air Canada is currently priced 26% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco are Avianca ($323), LATAM Airlines ($342), and Copa Airlines ($353).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco?

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 3 airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Rio de Janeiro 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 July 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$636Average$952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$690Average$993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$736Average$847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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