CA $495 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

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Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $495 for one-way flights and CA $981 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From CA $760 - CA $1,509 per traveller.

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Flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro (SFO - GIG) route information
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Galeão - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.
Airlines serving
Copa, avianca
Roundtrip price
CA $980
Distance
10577 km

San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro Flights

The easy way to book your flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro 

With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to Rio de Janeiro from San Francisco whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from 20 airlines that cover this route. There are nonstop flights to Galeão - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl., too.  

Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from San Francisco Intl., SFO to Galeão - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl., GIG 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to Rio de Janeiro from San Francisco currently is just CA $981 rising to CA $1,503.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in September when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to Rio de Janeiro  
  • Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more
  • Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times 
  • One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free! 

 

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Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to Rio de Janeiro with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from San Francisco Airport to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG)?
Pack your bags, because round-trip flights from SFO to GIG start from CA $981. That's based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can rise quickly, so book now to get the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from San Francisco Airport to Galeão Intl. Airport?
Most flights can be cancelled online, but each air carrier has its own set of terms and conditions. If you do need to cancel your flight, visit our Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG) that have flexible change policies?
Select our "No change fees" filter to find flexible travel options for your flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Galeão Intl. Airport. This allows you to secure a low rate ahead of time and still have the freedom to reschedule without any extra fees. You'll just need to pay the difference in fare.
How many hours is the flight from SFO to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG)?
The flight time from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG) is about 19 hours and 23 minutes. It's is no small journey, so be sure to fill your hand luggage with whatever you need to keep you entertained.
How far is the flight from San Francisco Airport to Galeão Intl. Airport?
You'll have 10,700 kilometres to cover on the long-haul San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro route. Dress in layers of comfy clothes and consider taking a travel pillow with you.
Which airlines fly direct from SFO to Galeão Intl. Airport?
Right now, no airlines offer direct flights from SFO to GIG. You'll have to book a flight with one or more stops. To get the best connections and price, lock in your airfare well in advance.
Are San Francisco Airport to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute planners can sometimes find a bargain, with some of the cheapest fares from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Galeão Intl. Airport emerging a few weeks before the departure date. If you'd rather book ahead, Expedia compares and updates all the best flight deals continuously — as early as a year in advance in some cases. It depends on the carrier though, as not all airlines quote prices that far in advance.

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