Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport?

Flights from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont (SDU).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 34% on flights from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $838 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,253, a difference of $415. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport?

Some of the most popular sights in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport are Copacabana Beach, RioCentro and Praia do Arpoador. These are among the most viewed places in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport on KAYAK.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

What is the time difference between San Diego and Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport?

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport is 4 hours ahead of San Diego (Brasilia Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)?

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $32 for economy cars. Top options include: • FOCO • MOVIDA • Avis • Budget • Unidas

How much is a round-trip flight from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport?

Round-trip flights from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport typically range from $838 to $1,253. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,109, on LATAM Airlines.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport?

LATAM Airlines ($1,109) and Azul ($1,158) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Thu, Feb 18 - Mon, Mar 8

2:00 pm - 2:40 pmSAN San Diego-SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

19h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

3:55 pm - 12:08 pmSDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont-SAN San Diego

25h 13m2 stops Sao Paulo Congonhas New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,109LATAM Airlines

Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4

10:40 am - 1:10 pmSAN San Diego-SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

21h 30m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

6:55 pm - 11:27 amSDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont-SAN San Diego

21h 32m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,158Azul

Tue, Jan 26 - Mon, Feb 22

12:40 pm - 1:10 pmSAN San Diego-SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

19h 30m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

7:15 pm - 3:53 pmSDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont-SAN San Diego

25h 38m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,171United Airlines

Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 9

6:50 am - 1:10 pmSAN San Diego-SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

25h 20m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

6:55 pm - 11:27 amSDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont-SAN San Diego

21h 32m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,171Multiple Airlines

Wed, Feb 17 - Sat, Feb 27

12:55 pm - 1:10 pmSAN San Diego-SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

19h 15m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

5:50 pm - 11:06 amSDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont-SAN San Diego

22h 16m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,172United Airlines

Tue, Dec 22 - Wed, Dec 30

6:50 am - 10:50 amSAN San Diego-SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

23h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

6:55 pm - 9:35 amSDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont-SAN San Diego

19h 40m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,172United Airlines

Tue, Dec 22 - Wed, Dec 30

6:50 am - 10:50 amSAN San Diego-SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

23h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

6:55 pm - 4:14 pmSDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont-SAN San Diego

26h 19m3 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,172United Airlines

Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2

1:10 pm - 1:10 pmSAN San Diego-SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

19h 00m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

6:55 pm - 11:27 amSDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont-SAN San Diego

21h 32m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,174United Airlines

Wed, Nov 25 - Mon, Dec 7

1:10 pm - 1:10 pmSAN San Diego-SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

19h 00m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

6:55 pm - 10:10 amSDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont-SAN San Diego

20h 15m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Newark

$1,174United Airlines

Wed, Nov 25 - Mon, Dec 7

1:10 pm - 1:10 pmSAN San Diego-SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

19h 00m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

6:55 pm - 4:00 pmSDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont-SAN San Diego

26h 05m3 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,174United Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport departing in february.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,109 to $6,855. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport looking right now?
One-way fares from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $533, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)?
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $32 for economy cars. Top options include:

• FOCO
• MOVIDA
• Avis
• Budget
• Unidas
Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport?
Flights from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont (SDU).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 34% on flights from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $838 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,253, a difference of $415.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What is the time difference between San Diego and Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport?
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport is 4 hours ahead of San Diego (Brasilia Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport?
Some of the most popular sights in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport are Copacabana Beach, RioCentro and Praia do Arpoador. These are among the most viewed places in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $838, about $415 less than Wednesday fares (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport.

• ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
• Windsor Florida Hotel
• Hotel Atlântico Business Centro

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