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Flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 624 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

San Francisco.579 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Nov, returning Thu, 12 Nov.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From 579 €, select.

San Francisco.580 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Nov, returning Wed, 2 Dec.Return flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From 580 €, select.

San Francisco.582 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Mar, returning Sat, 20 Mar.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sat, 6 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 20 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From 582 €, select.

San Francisco.582 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Feb, returning Fri, 19 Feb.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 19 Feb, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From 582 €, select.

San Francisco.588 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Oct, returning Sat, 7 Nov.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From 588 €, select.

San Francisco.588 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug, returning Sun, 30 Aug.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From 588 €, select.

San Francisco.610 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep, returning Tue, 15 Sep.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From 610 €, select.

San Francisco.612 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From 612 €, select.

San Francisco.612 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug, returning Mon, 14 Sep.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From 612 €, select.

San Francisco.618 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Tue, 6 Oct.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From 618 €, select.

San Francisco.621 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 May, returning Wed, 27 May.Return flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, 21 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From 621 €, select.

San Francisco.624 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun, returning Tue, 16 Jun.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From 624 €, select.

San Francisco.626 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun, returning Wed, 14 Oct.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From 626 €, select.

San Francisco.630 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Sun, 11 Oct.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From 630 €, select.

San Francisco.630 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 May, returning Wed, 12 Aug.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 27 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From 630 €, select.

San Francisco.633 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun, returning Fri, 10 Jul.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From 633 €, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in November.

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Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

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

Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	579 €
Cheapest month to fly	November

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

How much are return flights from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco International?

The best price we found for a return flight from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco International is 579 €. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco International?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco International. But we found flights with one stop from 579 €.

How many flights are there a week from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco International?

As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco International?

The cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco International is usually November.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco International Airport on Friday, 6 November 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco International Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Rio de Janeiro and San Francisco International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to San Francisco International?

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 San Francisco International 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.

When is the best time to book flights to San Francisco?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Francisco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco International with?

The cheapest airline that flies to San Francisco International is GOL Linhas Aéreas .

Travelling from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): What you need to know

San Francisco is five hours behind Rio de Janeiro. San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco, which runs on the UTC-8 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Rio de Janeiro to SFO. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like January. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.

Airports in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)

Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to SFO leaving from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
- Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
- Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
- Miami International Airport (MIA)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Rio de Janeiro, GIG can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these stays close to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport:
80% of flights leaving Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, delays are unlikely when jetting out of GIG.

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

Using public transport, you can travel from central Rio de Janeiro to SDU in around 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 5 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 10 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Rio de Janeiro to SFO flight, stay in one of these hotels near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport:
79% of flights taking off from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport meet their expected arrival time.

About San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Consider booking a hotel near SFO if you have a late flight from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
To get the best deal, book your ride around one week ahead of your Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco International Airport flight.

Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco

Central San Francisco is around 21 kilometres from San Francisco International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco International Airport is 271 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 579 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Rio de Janeiro to SFO. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
Never miss a deal on plane tickets from Rio de Janeiro to SFO by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Filters make it easier to land a deal on your flight from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco International Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and number of stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.

The best time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

July is the most popular month for flights from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Visit San Francisco in December for a quieter experience.
Book a Rio de Janeiro to SFO plane ticket departing in September if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in San Francisco to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco International Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).

More about San Francisco

When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in San Francisco right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Rio de Janeiro to San Francisco International Airport:
Golden Gate Bridge and Painted Ladies - Alamo Square are just two of the big attractions to put on your San Francisco travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Alcatraz Island.

Explore more of the United States

You've seen San Francisco, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey about 257 kilometres east to Fresno to check off its leading attractions. From Forestiere Underground Gardens to Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Sacramento is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 129 kilometres northeast of San Francisco. No trip is complete without visiting California State Railroad Museum, Old Sacramento State Historic Park and Crocker Art Museum.