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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Juan to Rio de Janeiro? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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

Alternative San Juan to Rio de Janeiro routes

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

San Juan to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM1,911
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from San Juan 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 Juan to Rio de Janeiro is RM1,901. 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 Juan to Rio de Janeiro. But we found flights with one or more stops from RM1,911.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from San Juan to Rio de Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from San Juan to Rio de Janeiro is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from San Juan, 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 RM1,901.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Juan to Rio de Janeiro on Thursday, 18 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Juan 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 June, the average temperature is usually around 21°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 Avianca .

Travelling from San Juan to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know

  • Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is San Juan's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from San Juan to Rio De Janeiro jetting off from here.

  • Touch down at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), the primary gateway of Rio De Janeiro.

  • The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3, which is one hour ahead of San Juan.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to get on your San Juan to Rio De Janeiro flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.

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

  • Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap San Juan to Rio De Janeiro flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your plane ticket from San Juan to Rio De Janeiro.

  • 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 comes up on cheap flights from San Juan to Rio De Janeiro.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your San Juan to Rio De Janeiro flight results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

Flying from San Juan

Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing San Juan to Rio De Janeiro flights leaving from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:

    • El Dorado International Airport (BOG)

    • Miami International Airport (MIA)

    • Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

  • Travelling from central San Juan to SJU takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Need a convenient hotel close to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from San Juan to Rio De Janeiro, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:

  • Of all flights leaving Luis Munoz Marin International Airport, 73.65% land on time at their destination.

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 roughly 13 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Reserve a hotel near GIG if you have a late flight from San Juan to Rio De Janeiro. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and experience the lesser-explored corners of Rio De Janeiro and beyond.

  • For the lowest price, book your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks in advance of your San Juan to Rio De Janeiro flight.

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is roughly 2 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. Once you've disembarked your flight from San Juan to Rio De Janeiro, it takes approximately 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 15 minutes or so.

  • Forget about public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a Santos Dumont Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the availability and rates from Foco, Localiza and Movida.

  • Lock in the best price by securing your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.

Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)

  • Set off for the city centre after your flight from San Juan to Rio De Janeiro has arrived. Central Rio De Janeiro is around 23 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 40 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.

  • If you use public transport, the journey time is around 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Ready to set off? Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car from Localiza and start your journey without worrying about how to get to your next destination.

  • Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from San Juan to Rio De Janeiro is always a good idea. As well as better prices, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at RRJ.

Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro

  • May is the quietest month for flights from San Juan to Rio De Janeiro, while July is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Rio De Janeiro based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Book a San Juan to Rio De Janeiro ticket departing in February if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Rio De Janeiro to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • July sees average temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap flights from San Juan to Rio De Janeiro around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Rio De Janeiro

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Rio De Janeiro right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from San Juan to Rio De Janeiro:

  • Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are must-visits when exploring Rio De Janeiro.

Explore more of Brazil

  • Rio De Janeiro has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Brazil just waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres west of Rio De Janeiro, a trip to Sao Paulo will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.

  • Around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another favourite stop in Brazil. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.

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