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$355+ 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 10/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIO — SFO
Aug 6 — Aug 131
Thu 8/6
Thu 8/13
1 adult, Economy
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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 7, 2026.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/4. 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 8/67:20 am
GIG
-
SFO
2 stops20h 35m
Avianca
Wed 10/711:55 pm
SFO
-
GIG
2 stops20h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 7/4$726
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 9/177:20 am
GIG
-
SFO
2 stops20h 35m
Avianca
Thu 9/2411:55 pm
SFO
-
GIG
2 stops20h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 7/2$727
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 10/17:20 am
GIG
-
SFO
2 stops20h 35m
Avianca
Sat 10/1011:55 pm
SFO
-
GIG
2 stops20h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 7/6$728
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 7/79:05 pm
GIG
-
SFO
1 stop21h 58m
United Airlines
Mon 8/2412:24 pm
SFO
-
GIG
1 stop15h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/3$729
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 11/69:55 pm
GIG
-
SFO
1 stop25h 37m
United Airlines
Sun 11/155:00 am
SFO
-
GIG
1 stop23h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/6$731
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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.
Thu 10/298:55 pm
GIG
-
SFO
1 stop26h 48m
United Airlines
Mon 11/98:45 am
SFO
-
GIG
1 stop19h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/7$732
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Thu 10/298:55 pm
GIG
-
SFO
1 stop26h 48m
United Airlines
Wed 11/1111:59 pm
SFO
-
GIG
1 stop28h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/2$733
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Thu 7/93:10 pm
GIG
-
SFO
2 stops23h 32m
Delta
Tue 8/2511:15 pm
SFO
-
GIG
2 stops27h 05m
Delta
Deal found 7/3$737
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Thu 7/912:15 pm
GIG
-
SFO
2 stops29h 11m
Delta
Fri 8/216:00 am
SFO
-
GIG
2 stops32h 35m
Delta
Deal found 7/3$738
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 8/137:20 am
GIG
-
SFO
2 stops19h 15m
Avianca
Thu 8/2711:55 pm
SFO
-
GIG
2 stops20h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 7/6$739
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 7/107:10 am
GIG
-
SFO
2 stops21h 26m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 8/186:00 am
SFO
-
GIG
2 stops20h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/3$740
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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 9/91:45 pm
SDU
-
SFO
2 stops24h 57m
United Airlines
Thu 10/295:00 am
SFO
-
SDU
2 stops31h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/5$929

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 July 7, 2026.

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$726
(Avianca)

One-way from

$355
(oojo)

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Average price

$753
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 July 7, 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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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 11/23

5:05 am-11:12 pm

1 stop23h 07m

San Francisco

Sun 12/6

12:33 am-4:00 am

1 stop22h 27m

$728

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 10/29

8:55 pm-7:43 pm

1 stop26h 48m

San Francisco

Wed 11/11

11:59 pm-9:35 am

1 stop28h 36m

$731

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 11/6

9:55 pm-10:51 am

1 stop17h 56m

San Francisco

Sat 11/14

3:01 pm-9:35 am

1 stop37h 34m

$731

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 11/24

10:25 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop29h 33m

San Francisco

Tue 12/8

10:29 am-10:15 am

1 stop18h 46m

$737

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 11/3

11:55 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop28h 03m

San Francisco

Sat 11/7

1:07 pm-6:15 am

1 stop36h 08m

$741

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 8/15

9:00 pm-12:54 am

2 stops55h 54m

San Francisco

Mon 8/24

7:30 am-8:20 am

1 stop20h 50m

$749

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 11/23

9:55 pm-12:39 am

1 stop31h 44m

San Francisco

Sun 12/6

12:45 am-9:35 am

1 stop27h 50m

$763

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 11/6

1:35 am-11:12 pm

1 stop26h 37m

San Francisco

Sun 11/29

7:36 pm-12:30 am

1 stop23h 54m

$795

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 9/17

5:10 am-11:40 pm

1 stop22h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 9/23

1:12 am-4:05 am

1 stop22h 53m

$795

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 10/6

11:55 am-12:03 pm

2 stops28h 08m

San Francisco

Wed 11/11

1:07 pm-6:15 am

1 stop36h 08m

$849

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Rio de Janeiro with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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 $288). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco in November is currently the most expensive (average of $626). 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?

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

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 35 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 7, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Copa Airlines 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.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,566 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,566 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,566 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,949 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,566 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.

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 2 airlines. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.0 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

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

    Copa Airlines, United Airlines, and GOL can get you from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco in just under 23h 07m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 26m. 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. Check Cheapflights for deals on Copa Airlines for as low as $679. LATAM Airlines is currently priced 25% 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 Delta ($314), Copa Airlines ($332), and United Airlines ($338).

  • 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 $288). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco in November is currently the most expensive (average of $626). 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 to San Francisco

Discover the top 2 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 7, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$603Average$774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$679Average$958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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