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Flights from San Jose to Rio de Janeiro

There are no direct flights from San Jose to Rio de Janeiro. The easiest way is one stop via Dallas or Atlanta, about 15h 55m door to door.

No direct flights · 2 connection options From 15h 55m
SJCRIODFW

San Jose to Rio de Janeiro at a glance

Fastest journey15h 55mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Dallas or Atlanta

Best ways to fly from San Jose to Rio de Janeiro

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

1
SJC Dallas (DFW) RIO
Leg 1: American Airlines · Leg 2: American Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~15h 55m
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SJC Atlanta (ATL) RIO
Leg 1: Delta Air Lines · Leg 2: Delta Air Lines
One airline, one ticket ~16h 18m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
10,600 km6,583 miles
Journey time
15h 55mestimate
Time difference
+5hRio de Janeiro vs San Jose
Currency in Rio de Janeiro
BRL
Airports
SJC → GIG, SDU

Flights from San Jose to Rio de Janeiro: questions answered

Are there direct flights from San Jose to Rio de Janeiro?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Dallas and Atlanta. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from San Jose to Rio de Janeiro?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 15h 55m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 10,600 km.
Where do you change planes between San Jose and Rio de Janeiro?
The best connecting points are Dallas (DFW) and Atlanta (ATL). American Airlines flies both legs via Dallas, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve San Jose and Rio de Janeiro?
San Jose: Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC). Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) and Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
What is the time difference between San Jose and Rio de Janeiro?
Rio de Janeiro is 5 hours ahead of San Jose.

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