What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Rio de Janeiro?

Aeromexico, Azul, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Rio de Janeiro

What airlines fly to Rio de Janeiro?

LATAM Airlines, Copa Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro from California according to our data. LATAM Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Rio de Janeiro. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in California you fly out of and what airport in Rio de Janeiro you fly into. For example, flying from Santa Ana to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport takes 14h 10m on average. On the other hand, flying from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport takes 15h 06m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Rio de Janeiro?

Prices for flights from California to Rio de Janeiro refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Rio de Janeiro?

As of November 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Rio de Janeiro.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Rio de Janeiro?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Rio de Janeiro.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Rio de Janeiro may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Rio de Janeiro. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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11:35 am - 4:40 pmLAX Los Angeles-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

25h 05m1 stop Lima J Chavez Intl

11:00 am - 7:45 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-LAX Los Angeles

24h 45m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

$769LATAM Airlines

Thu, Apr 15 - Sun, Apr 25

11:35 am - 12:30 pmLAX Los Angeles-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

20h 55m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

7:10 am - 7:00 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-LAX Los Angeles

15h 50m1 stop Lima J Chavez Intl

$769LATAM Airlines

Thu, Apr 15 - Sun, Apr 25

11:35 am - 4:40 pmLAX Los Angeles-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

25h 05m1 stop Lima J Chavez Intl

5:40 pm - 7:45 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-LAX Los Angeles

18h 05m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

$770Delta

Wed, Apr 7 - Thu, Apr 15

9:30 pm - 4:40 pmLAX Los Angeles-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

15h 10m1 stop Lima J Chavez Intl

5:30 pm - 7:50 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-LAX Los Angeles

18h 20m1 stop Lima J Chavez Intl

$770Delta

Mon, Apr 12 - Thu, Apr 15

1:27 am - 8:00 amLAX Los Angeles-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

25h 33m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

9:10 am - 7:46 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-LAX Los Angeles

15h 36m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$772Copa Airlines

Sun, Feb 28 - Thu, Mar 11

12:25 am - 4:00 amLAX Los Angeles-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

22h 35m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

9:10 am - 7:46 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-LAX Los Angeles

15h 36m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$772Copa Airlines

Sun, Feb 14 - Sat, Mar 6

1:15 pm - 9:35 amLAX Los Angeles-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

15h 20m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

9:55 pm - 2:25 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-LAX Los Angeles

21h 30m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$774United Airlines

Sun, Feb 21 - Sun, Feb 28

8:15 am - 9:35 amLAX Los Angeles-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

20h 20m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

9:55 pm - 4:33 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-LAX Los Angeles

23h 38m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$784United Airlines

Sun, Jan 24 - Tue, Feb 2

2:42 pm - 10:15 amLAX Los Angeles-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

15h 33m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

10:10 pm - 4:50 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-LAX Los Angeles

22h 40m1 stop Miami

$784American Airlines

Wed, Mar 24 - Wed, Mar 31

10:41 am - 8:20 amLAX Los Angeles-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

16h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

11:00 pm - 9:05 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-LAX Los Angeles

27h 05m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

$784American Airlines

Thu, Jan 21 - Thu, Jan 28

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12:35 pm - 11:15 amLAX Los Angeles-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

17h 40m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

5:40 pm - 6:15 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-LAX Los Angeles

17h 35m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

$917LATAM Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21

10:55 pm - 12:05 pmLAX Los Angeles-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

32h 10m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

3:25 pm - 9:39 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-LAX Los Angeles

35h 14m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$922Air Canada

Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15

10:55 pm - 12:05 pmLAX Los Angeles-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

32h 10m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

5:05 pm - 11:24 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-LAX Los Angeles

23h 19m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$922Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16

12:35 pm - 9:40 amLAX Los Angeles-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

16h 05m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

5:40 pm - 6:15 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-LAX Los Angeles

17h 35m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

$935LATAM Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16

11:00 pm - 3:45 pmSFO San Francisco-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

35h 45m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Bogotá El Dorado

4:50 pm - 11:55 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SFO San Francisco

48h 05m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$950Avianca

Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15

2:05 pm - 10:15 amSFO San Francisco-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

15h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:05 pm - 10:41 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SFO San Francisco

18h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$950Delta

Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 22

11:59 pm - 9:35 amSFO San Francisco-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

28h 36m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

9:05 pm - 12:39 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SFO San Francisco

20h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$957Delta

Mon, Nov 9 - Fri, Nov 13

12:33 am - 8:00 amSFO San Francisco-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

26h 27m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

10:20 am - 11:12 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SFO San Francisco

17h 52m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$964Copa Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Fri, Nov 13

6:30 am - 10:45 pmONT Ontario-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

35h 15m3 stops Denver Intl Orlando Brasilia

7:45 am - 10:35 amGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-ONT Ontario

31h 50m3 stops Belo Horizonte Tancredo Neves Intl Orlando Denver Intl

$1,351Multiple Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17

4:45 pm - 12:05 pmSAN San Diego-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

38h 20m2 stops Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

8:20 am - 12:00 pmGIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SAN San Diego

32h 40m3 stops Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

$3,516Air Canada

Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 30

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Copa Airlines flights from California to Rio de Janeiro

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Copa Airlines

Mar 8

LAX1:28 amLos Angeles

16h 22m

1 stop

GIG10:50 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mar 23

GIG9:10 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

15h 36m

1 stop

LAX8:46 pmLos Angeles

$772

Copa Airlines

May 6

LAX2:28 amLos Angeles

32h 32m

1 stop

GIG3:00 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

May 16

GIG9:10 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

15h 36m

1 stop

LAX8:46 pmLos Angeles

$797

Copa Airlines

Mar 23

LAX12:15 pmLos Angeles

15h 45m

1 stop

GIG8:00 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Apr 2

GIG12:05 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

15h 23m

1 stop

LAX11:28 amLos Angeles

$812

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American Airlines

Mar 9

LAX7:05 amLos Angeles

18h 10m

2 stops

GIG6:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mar 25

GIG11:55 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

20h 07m

2 stops

LAX4:02 pmLos Angeles

$789

American Airlines

Apr 16

LAX8:00 amLos Angeles

18h 10m

1 stop

GIG6:10 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Apr 27

GIG3:25 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

23h 39m

2 stops

LAX11:04 amLos Angeles

$792

American Airlines

Apr 16

LAX9:00 amLos Angeles

17h 10m

2 stops

GIG6:10 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Apr 27

GIG3:25 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

22h 35m

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LAX10:00 amLos Angeles

$796

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Thu 4/15

11:35 am-4:40 pm

1 stop25h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 4/25

11:00 am-7:45 am

1 stop24h 45m

$769

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11:35 am-12:30 pm

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Wed 4/7

11:35 am-4:40 pm

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Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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5:40 pm-7:45 am

1 stop18h 05m

$770

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Mon 4/12

9:30 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop15h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 4/15

5:30 pm-7:50 am

1 stop18h 20m

$770

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LAX Los Angeles - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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Los Angeles

Sun 2/28

1:27 am-8:00 am

1 stop25h 33m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 3/11

9:10 am-7:46 pm

1 stop15h 36m

$772

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX Los Angeles - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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Los Angeles

Sun 2/14

12:25 am-4:00 am

1 stop22h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 3/6

9:10 am-7:46 pm

1 stop15h 36m

$772

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LAX Los Angeles - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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Sun 2/21

1:15 pm-9:35 am

1 stop15h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 2/28

9:55 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$774

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LAX Los Angeles - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Sun 1/24

8:15 am-9:35 am

1 stop20h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 2/2

9:55 pm-4:33 pm

1 stop23h 38m

$784

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX Los Angeles - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Wed 3/24

2:42 pm-10:15 am

1 stop15h 33m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 3/31

10:10 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$784

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX Los Angeles - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Thu 1/21

10:41 am-8:20 am

1 stop16h 39m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 1/28

11:00 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop27h 05m

$784

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

The cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro from California is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $856, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of August is another great option to travel to Rio de Janeiro, with average flight prices from California averaging around $888.

How far in advance should I book a flight from California to Rio de Janeiro?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Rio de Janeiro from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Rio de Janeiro for around $993 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Rio de Janeiro from California for as low as $943 on momondo.

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Best Price Found	$383
Fastest flight time	14h 10m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Rio de Janeiro from California in the past 72 hours is $383. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Rio de Janeiro found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $769.

The fastest flight from California to Rio de Janeiro takes 14h 10m

There are no direct flights from California to Rio de Janeiro. There are no popular flight routes from California to Rio de Janeiro.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Rio de Janeiro?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Rio de Janeiro?
As of November 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Rio de Janeiro.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Rio de Janeiro?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Rio de Janeiro.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Rio de Janeiro may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Rio de Janeiro. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Delta	PriceFrom $342	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,702 reviews	Search Delta flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $365	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,556 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $464	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,970 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $516	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,875 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $638	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,475 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
GOL	PriceFrom $639	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,333 reviews	Search GOL flights
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Avianca	PriceFrom $660	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,551 reviews	Search Avianca flights

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