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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Rio de Janeiro Internacional

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International to Rio de Janeiro Internacional? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Rio de Janeiro.₹ 30,096 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 30,096, select.
Rio de Janeiro.₹ 30,608 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 30,608, select.
Rio de Janeiro.₹ 34,469 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Apr.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 34,469, select.
Rio de Janeiro.₹ 35,003 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Mar.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 35,003, select.
Rio de Janeiro.₹ 35,011 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Feb.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 35,011, select.
Rio de Janeiro.₹ 35,382 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Jan.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 35,382, select.
Rio de Janeiro.₹ 35,856 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Jun.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 14 Jun, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 35,856, select.
Rio de Janeiro.₹ 43,077 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep.One-way flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 43,077, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Rio de Janeiro Internacional

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Rio de Janeiro Internacional flights are currently cheapest in May.
Jan
from ₹ 35,382
Feb
from ₹ 35,011
Mar
from ₹ 35,003
Apr
from ₹ 34,469
May
from ₹ 30,096
Jun
from ₹ 35,856
Jul
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Aug
from ₹ 51,956
Sep
from ₹ 43,077
Oct
from ₹ 30,608
Nov
from ₹ 48,509
Dec
from ₹ 97,464

San Francisco International to Rio de Janeiro Internacional: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Francisco International to Rio de Janeiro below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Rio de Janeiro Internacional.

San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found₹ 30,096
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Rio de Janeiro Internacional: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Rio de Janeiro Internacional is ₹ 62,909. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Francisco International to Rio de Janeiro Internacional. But we found flights with one or more stops from ₹ 62,909.
As of January 2026, there are no flights flying from San Francisco International to Rio de Janeiro Internacional.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Rio de Janeiro Internacional is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport on Saturday, 16 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Francisco International Airport and Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rio de Janeiro Internacional but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rio de Janeiro is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Avianca offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rio de Janeiro Internacional.

Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): what you need to know

  • Rio De Janeiro is four hours ahead of San Francisco and observes the UTC-3 timezone.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your SFO to GIG flight.

  • During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

  • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SFO and GIG:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

    • John F. Kennedy International Airport

    • George Bush Intercontinental Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • ₹ 30,096 is currently the best price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight. A return flight starts from ₹ 62,909. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.

  • It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from SFO to GIG. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • Getting cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from SFO to GIG by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • Of the flights that depart from San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near SFO:

Arriving at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • If you're getting in on a late San Francisco International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near GIG:

  • Travel at your own speed with a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and venture far and wide through Rio De Janeiro and beyond.

  • For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks before you travel.

Getting from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro

  • From Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, Rio De Janeiro is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 5 minutes.

When to fly to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Rio De Janeiro in May.

  • Before locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC to 33ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from SFO to GIG in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC on average.

Explore more of Brazil

  • Rio De Janeiro has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Brazil waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres west of Rio De Janeiro, a visit to Sao Paulo will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.

  • If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Brazil, consider Belo Horizonte, roughly 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro are key reasons to visit.

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