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$336+ 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 4/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIO — SFO
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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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 January 29, 2026.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/77:20 am
GIG
-
SFO
2 stops19h 15m
Avianca
Mon 5/1111:55 pm
SFO
-
GIG
2 stops20h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 1/28$597
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/91:40 am
GIG
-
SFO
1 stop26h 40m
Copa Airlines
Mon 3/301:35 am
SFO
-
GIG
1 stop18h 55m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/28$598
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.
Wed 3/258:55 pm
GIG
-
SFO
1 stop38h 41m
United Airlines
Mon 4/611:59 pm
SFO
-
GIG
1 stop28h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$599
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.
Tue 2/2411:55 pm
GIG
-
SFO
1 stop29h 04m
American Airlines
Mon 3/91:20 pm
SFO
-
GIG
1 stop15h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$608
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/1510:15 pm
GIG
-
SFO
1 stop29h 44m
American Airlines
Sun 3/2210:56 pm
SFO
-
GIG
1 stop27h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$609
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.
Tue 2/109:55 pm
GIG
-
SFO
1 stop16h 50m
United Airlines
Tue 3/317:00 am
SFO
-
GIG
1 stop21h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$610
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.
Tue 3/1710:55 pm
GIG
-
SFO
2 stops21h 48m
American Airlines
Sun 3/226:15 am
SFO
-
GIG
1 stop24h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$614
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.
Fri 3/134:50 am
GIG
-
SFO
2 stops23h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 3/1712:06 pm
SFO
-
GIG
1 stop15h 14m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/26$615
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.
Tue 3/3110:40 am
GIG
-
SFO
1 stop17h 00m
Copa Airlines
Thu 4/91:23 am
SFO
-
GIG
1 stop19h 02m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/27$618
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/19:30 pm
GIG
-
SFO
1 stop27h 19m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 4/18:00 am
SFO
-
GIG
1 stop22h 15m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/28$635
This CVC Viagens 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 CVC Viagens is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/172:00 pm
SDU
-
SFO
2 stops35h 13m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 3/221:00 pm
SFO
-
SDU
2 stops40h 25m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/27$684
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/241:45 pm
SDU
-
SFO
2 stops25h 32m
Air Canada
Wed 10/711:10 am
SFO
-
SDU
2 stops25h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/26$688

Find 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 January 29, 2026.

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FlightHub
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Round-trip from

$597
(Avianca)

One-way from

$336
(FlightHub)

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Average price

$765
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Rio de Janeiro

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San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 5/7

10:30 am-11:40 pm

1 stop17h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 5/10

1:12 am-12:25 am

1 stop19h 13m

$598

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 2/10

7:30 am-11:20 pm

2 stops20h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 3/31

11:55 pm-12:30 am

2 stops20h 35m

$598

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 2/10

5:10 am-11:20 pm

1 stop23h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 3/30

1:35 am-12:30 am

1 stop18h 55m

$598

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 3/25

8:55 pm-7:36 am

1 stop38h 41m

San Francisco

Mon 4/6

11:59 pm-8:15 am

1 stop28h 16m

$599

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 3/17

10:15 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop27h 01m

San Francisco

Sun 3/22

6:15 am-10:15 am

1 stop24h 00m

$610

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 2/10

9:55 pm-9:45 am

1 stop16h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 3/31

7:00 am-8:15 am

1 stop21h 15m

$610

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 2/24

11:55 pm-4:54 pm

2 stops21h 59m

San Francisco

Mon 3/9

10:03 am-8:25 am

2 stops18h 22m

$613

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 2/25

11:55 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops20h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 3/10

1:20 pm-8:25 am

1 stop15h 05m

$613

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 3/25

10:55 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops20h 50m

San Francisco

Mon 4/6

6:00 am-8:20 am

2 stops22h 20m

$613

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 3/31

10:40 am-11:40 pm

1 stop17h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 4/9

1:23 am-12:25 am

1 stop19h 02m

$618

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Best time to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco

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

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 January 23, 2026.

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 86 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco (average of $509). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $734). 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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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 January 29, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with LATAM Airlines and United 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.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,918 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jess,Jan 2026

GRU - MIA

sat on the tarmac for 4.5 hours with no explanation, climate control, honesty about the timeline or the situation, or even letting anyone off. The crew was passive-aggressive and sneaky, trying to skirt legal time limits requiring financial restitution for passengers, pretending the "flight had started" even though they didn't budge for another 40 minutes. One of the worst flights I've ever taken
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,918 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,918 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jess,Jan 2026

GRU - MIA

sat on the tarmac for 4.5 hours with no explanation, climate control, honesty about the timeline or the situation, or even letting anyone off. The crew was passive-aggressive and sneaky, trying to skirt legal time limits requiring financial restitution for passengers, pretending the "flight had started" even though they didn't budge for another 40 minutes. One of the worst flights I've ever taken
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,918 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jess,Jan 2026

GRU - MIA

sat on the tarmac for 4.5 hours with no explanation, climate control, honesty about the timeline or the situation, or even letting anyone off. The crew was passive-aggressive and sneaky, trying to skirt legal time limits requiring financial restitution for passengers, pretending the "flight had started" even though they didn't budge for another 40 minutes. One of the worst flights I've ever taken

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.

  • How long is the flight from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco?

    Copa Airlines, Avianca, and United Airlines can get you from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco in just under 17h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 21h 31m. There are 6607 mi between Rio de Janeiro and San Francisco. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at $603, LATAM Airlines will fly you from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco and back. In addition to LATAM Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Copa Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $621 and $679, respectively. LATAM Airlines is currently priced 21% 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 United Airlines ($338), LATAM Airlines ($342), and Copa Airlines ($351).

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco (average of $509). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $734). 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$603Average$842FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$621Average$989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$679Average$1,001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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