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Rio de Janeiro.$1,238 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Feb, returning Sun, 1 Mar.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 19 Feb, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,238, select.
Rio de Janeiro.$1,241 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Jan, returning Sun, 1 Feb.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 29 Jan, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun, 1 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,241, select.
Rio de Janeiro.$1,570 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr, returning Wed, 15 Apr.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,570, select.
Rio de Janeiro.$1,573 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Jan, returning Tue, 20 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,573, select.
Rio de Janeiro.$1,588 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 May, returning Mon, 11 May.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 11 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,588, select.
Rio de Janeiro.$1,598 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Nov, returning Thu, 27 Nov.Return flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, 27 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,598, select.
Rio de Janeiro.$1,628 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Oct, returning Thu, 6 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 24 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,628, select.
Rio de Janeiro.$1,630 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Dec, returning Wed, 17 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 17 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,630, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego to Rio de Janeiro flights are currently cheapest in April.
Sep
from $1,800
Oct
from $1,703
Nov
from $1,598
Dec
from $1,630
Jan
from $1,573
Feb
from $1,637
Mar
from $1,698
Apr
from $1,570
May
from $1,588
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from $1,698
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Alternative San Diego to Rio de Janeiro routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro? You could fly into the following airports instead.

San Diego to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,238
Cheapest month to flyFebruary

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

There are 3 airports in Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont, Rio de Janeiro Internacional and Jacarepaguá.
The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro is $1,238. 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 Diego to Rio de Janeiro. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,238.
As of September 2025, there are no flights flying from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro is usually February.
If you're flying from San Diego, the cheapest airport near Rio de Janeiro is Rio de Janeiro Internacional – which is 12.2 km away from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. We've found flights into this airport from $1,238.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro on Thursday, 19 February 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Diego and Rio de Janeiro. 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 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.
In September, the average temperature is usually around 22°C. February is typically the warmest month in Rio de Janeiro, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 17°C. The rainiest month is January.
The cheapest airline that flies to Rio de Janeiro is Air Canada .

Flying from San Diego to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know

  • Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in San Diego. San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from San Diego to Rio De Janeiro departing from here.

  • Come in for landing at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), the chief entry point to Rio De Janeiro.

  • Rio De Janeiro's timezone is UTC-3, making Rio De Janeiro four hours ahead of San Diego.

  • To ensure you catch your San Diego to Rio De Janeiro flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Popular months like July or high seasons such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean longer queues at security and check-in. Travelling then? Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and four hours ahead of an international departure is a smart move.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Rio De Janeiro

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap San Diego to Rio De Janeiro flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.

  • Finding cheap plane tickets from San Diego to Rio De Janeiro is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.

  • You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll tell you as soon as a better deal is available on cheap flights from San Diego to Rio De Janeiro.

  • Find an affordable San Diego to Rio De Janeiro flight with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Flying from San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for San Diego to Rio De Janeiro flights leaving from San Diego International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

    • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • Located around 3 kilometres from the centre of San Diego, SAN can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 20 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from San Diego to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near San Diego International Airport:

  • Of the departures from San Diego International Airport, 71.38% land on schedule at their destination.

  • You'll find SAN at N Harbour Dr.

Arriving in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • The distance from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is approximately 13 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.

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

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to GIG if you have a late flight from San Diego to Rio De Janeiro. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Explore without limits with a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and see more of Rio De Janeiro and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • Central Rio De Janeiro is approximately 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). As soon as your flight from San Diego to Rio De Janeiro has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 5 minutes.

  • If you hop on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 15 minutes or so.

  • The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and be off and running.

  • Snap up a deal by securing your ride from SDU three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.

Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)

  • Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is around 23 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from San Diego to Rio De Janeiro.

  • Public transport can get you there in about 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • No squeezing into small cabs, no hauling bags on public transport — with a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car, you're in the driver's seat (literally). Explore the types of wheels available here at Localiza.

  • If you prefer a certain kind of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of finding what you want. Book your ride from RRJ at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from San Diego to Rio De Janeiro.

Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro

  • It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from San Diego to Rio De Janeiro. July is the most popular month to travel to Rio De Janeiro. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.

  • Before locking in your San Diego to Rio De Janeiro tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Look for cheap flights from San Diego to Rio De Janeiro in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.

More about Rio De Janeiro

  • Once you've booked your flight from San Diego to Rio De Janeiro, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:

  • Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are essential stops on your Rio De Janeiro itinerary.

Explore more of Brazil

  • You've visited Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to explore other parts of Brazil. Travel around 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to tick off its top attractions. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another favourite stop in Brazil. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.

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