- Cheapest fare
- $527
- Cheapest month
- December
- Direct flights
- Not recently
- Quickest trip
- 16h 15m
Alaska Airlines · Wed, Dec 30
from $527
Usually 1+ stop
10,600 km
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About flights from San Jose to Rio de Janeiro
San Jose (SJC) and Rio de Janeiro (RIO) are about 10,600 km apart. We haven't seen direct fares on this route recently, so expect at least one stop; the quickest journey we've seen takes about 16h 15m. Over the next few months, one-way fares start from $527, and December 2026 is currently the cheapest month to fly.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is a flight from San Jose to Rio de Janeiro?
The cheapest one-way fare we've seen recently is $527 with Alaska Airlines, departing Wednesday, December 30, 2026. Over the coming months, the lowest fare in each month ranges from $527 to $656.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Rio de Janeiro?
December 2026 currently has the lowest fares, from $527 one way.
Are there direct flights from San Jose to Rio de Janeiro?
We haven't seen direct fares recently, so most journeys include at least one stop.
How long is the flight from San Jose to Rio de Janeiro?
The quickest journey we've seen takes about 16h 15m. San Jose and Rio de Janeiro are around 10,600 km apart.
Which airlines fly from San Jose to Rio de Janeiro?
Recent fares on this route were with Southwest Airlines and Alaska Airlines.
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