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- Lowest observed
- €344, departing 13 Dec 2026 (Last checked: 11 Oct 2026)One-way fare · Priced departure days checked in the last 14 days: 77Check live prices for this route
- Airlines seen
- Air Canada, Air Transat, Alaska Airlines, Avianca, Copa Airlines, Frontier Airlines +5 more
- Typical journey time
- 25h 20m
About this route
Explore the fares we observed from Rio de Janeiro to San Diego. Prices move often, so pick your dates to see the latest options.
- Route distance
- 9,986 km
- Typical journey time
- 25h 20m
- Airlines seen
- Air Canada, Air Transat, Alaska Airlines, Avianca, Copa Airlines, Frontier Airlines +5 more
- Seen on fares with a connection
- Copa Airlines, United Airlines, Avianca, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, Gol
- Alternative airports
- RRJ, SDU, CLD
Route-level information; individual journeys vary.
We have not observed non-stop service on this route; the fares shown include at least one stop.
A clearer picture of your fare
Airport to city: straight-line distance
- Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) → Rio de Janeiro, city gazetteer reference point (-22.9068, -43.1729): ≈ 1 km.
- Rio de Janeiro Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) → Rio de Janeiro, city gazetteer reference point (-22.9068, -43.1729): ≈ 13 km.
- San Diego International Airport (SAN) → San Diego, city gazetteer reference point (32.7153, -117.1573): ≈ 4 km.
- McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) → San Diego, city gazetteer reference point (32.7153, -117.1573): ≈ 47 km.
Approximate distances calculated from coordinates, not road distances or travel times. These airports serve the city; they are not confirmed endpoints of an offer.
Lowest fare by departure month
Cheapest month from Rio de Janeiro to San Diego: December 2026, from €344 (checked 11 Oct 2026).
| Month | Lowest fare | Priced days |
|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | €438 | 16 |
| November 2026 | €430 | 25 |
| December 2026 | €344 | 15 |
| January 2027 | €447 | 11 |
| February 2027 | €450 | 10 |
Lowest fare by day of the week
Cheapest day of the week from Rio de Janeiro to San Diego: Sunday, from €344 (checked 11 Oct 2026).
| Day | Lowest fare | Priced days |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | €436 | 10 |
| Tuesday | €434 | 11 |
| Wednesday | €351 | 13 |
| Thursday | €346 | 13 |
| Friday | €430 | 12 |
| Saturday | €433 | 6 |
| Sunday | €344 | 12 |
One-way fares checked in the last 14 days. Each figure is the lowest priced departure day we saw, not a guaranteed fare.
Lowest fare by days before departure
Lowest fare from Rio de Janeiro to San Diego by days until departure (61 days or more): €344 (checked 11 Oct 2026).
| Days before departure | Lowest fare | Priced days |
|---|---|---|
| 0 to 7 days | €565 | 6 |
| 8 to 30 days | €430 | 22 |
| 31 to 60 days | €346 | 22 |
| 61 days or more | €344 | 27 |
One-way fares checked in the last 14 days. Each figure is the lowest stored fare for that distance to departure, not a price forecast.
Fares for different departure dates, checked now; not a guide to when to book.
Lowest one-way fare we saw per airline
Cheapest airline from Rio de Janeiro to San Diego: Copa Airlines, from €344 (checked 11 Oct 2026).
| Airline | Lowest fare | Priced days |
|---|---|---|
| Copa Airlines | €344Dec 13, 2026 | 27 |
| Avianca | €433Nov 7, 2026 | 9 |
| United Airlines | €445Oct 25, 2026 | 24 |
| Alaska Airlines | €488Nov 8, 2026 | 4 |
| Air Canada | €529Jan 24, 2027 | 5 |
| Gol | €541Jan 22, 2027 | 3 |
One-way fares checked in the last 14 days. An airline listed here had a fare on at least 3 departure days. Each figure is the lowest we saw, not a guaranteed fare. Connecting itineraries are included; the date is the departure day of that fare.
Frequently asked
How much is a flight from Rio de Janeiro to San Diego?
The lowest fare we have observed is €344, found on 11 Oct 2026. Prices move, so read it as a floor rather than a quote.
When is the cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to San Diego?
Cheapest month from Rio de Janeiro to San Diego: December 2026, from €344 (checked 11 Oct 2026).
Are there direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to San Diego?
Our data holds no non-stop flight from Rio de Janeiro to San Diego. The fares on this page include at least one stop.
Which airlines fly from Rio de Janeiro to San Diego?
These are the carriers we have seen on the route: Air Canada, Air Transat, Alaska Airlines, Avianca, Copa Airlines, Frontier Airlines +5 more.
How long does the flight from Rio de Janeiro to San Diego take?
The average journey time across the 77 fares we observed is 26h 13m, including any stops. Individual departures vary; the fastest observed flight is listed in the route facts above.
How many of the observed Rio de Janeiro to San Diego fares were non-stop?
None of the 77 fares we observed was non-stop; every one included at least one stop. That describes our observations, not every flight that operates.
Which day of the week is cheapest from Rio de Janeiro to San Diego?
Cheapest day of the week from Rio de Janeiro to San Diego: Sunday, from €344 (checked 11 Oct 2026).
Which airline has the lowest fare from Rio de Janeiro to San Diego?
Cheapest airline from Rio de Janeiro to San Diego: Copa Airlines, from €344 (checked 11 Oct 2026).
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Last checked: 11 Oct 2026