How long does it take to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

The flight from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from San Jose (a popular airport in California) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport), then the flight time is 15h 05m on average. If you fly from Santa Ana (another popular airport in California) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 16h.

What airlines fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

LATAM Airlines, American Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from California according to our data. LATAM Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Avianca, Delta, and Azul are the most popular carriers operating from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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As of April 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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10:00 pm - 4:05 am

SAN

GIG

26h 05m

1 stop

1:30 am - 6:30 pm

GIG

SAN

21h 00m

1 stop

$690Copa Airlines

Wed, May 6 - Sat, May 9

11:55 pm - 12:30 am

SFO

GIG

20h 35m

2 stops

5:10 am - 11:40 pm

GIG

SFO

22h 30m

1 stop

$693Multiple Airlines

Tue, Apr 14 - Mon, May 4

11:55 pm - 12:30 am

SFO

GIG

20h 35m

2 stops

10:30 am - 11:40 pm

GIG

SFO

17h 10m

1 stop

$708Multiple Airlines

Sun, May 24 - Thu, May 28

3:55 pm - 4:20 pm

LAX

GIG

20h 25m

2 stops

7:00 am - 10:54 am

GIG

LAX

31h 54m

2 stops

$735LATAM Airlines

Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13

11:55 pm - 12:30 am

SFO

GIG

20h 35m

2 stops

7:20 am - 11:55 pm

GIG

SFO

20h 35m

2 stops

$738Avianca

Wed, Aug 12 - Thu, Aug 27

3:55 pm - 5:20 pm

LAX

GIG

21h 25m

1 stop

11:10 pm - 7:00 am

GIG

LAX

35h 50m

2 stops

$740LATAM Airlines

Thu, Jun 11 - Tue, Jun 30

2:15 pm - 12:30 am

SFO

GIG

30h 15m

2 stops

4:40 pm - 12:50 pm

GIG

SFO

24h 10m

2 stops

$740Avianca

Sat, May 2 - Sat, May 16

7:00 am - 2:05 pm

SAN

GIG

27h 05m

2 stops

2:50 pm - 8:36 pm

GIG

SAN

33h 46m

2 stops

$813Air Canada

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

7:20 am - 8:20 am

LAS

GIG

21h 00m

1 stop

10:10 pm - 5:39 pm

GIG

LAS

23h 29m

1 stop

$904American Airlines

Sat, Sep 5 - Wed, Sep 9

8:30 am - 8:20 am

LAS

GIG

19h 50m

2 stops

10:10 pm - 5:39 pm

GIG

LAS

23h 29m

1 stop

$908American Airlines

Fri, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 21

Delta flights from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

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May 6

LAX11:35 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

24h 55m

1 stop

GIG4:30 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

May 15

GIG7:00 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

21h 41m

2 stops

LAX12:41 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

$772

Delta

May 20

LAX1:20 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

23h 10m

2 stops

GIG4:30 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

May 27

GIG9:00 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

26h 45m

2 stops

LAX7:45 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

$774

Delta

May 12

LAX11:35 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

24h 55m

1 stop

GIG4:30 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

May 25

GIG6:30 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

20h 24m

2 stops

LAX10:54 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

$780

LATAM Airlines flights from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

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May 6

LAX3:55 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

20h 25m

2 stops

GIG4:20 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

May 13

GIG7:00 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

31h 54m

2 stops

LAX10:54 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

$735

LATAM Airlines

Jun 11

LAX3:55 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

21h 25m

1 stop

GIG5:20 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Jun 30

GIG11:10 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

35h 50m

2 stops

LAX7:00 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

$740

LATAM Airlines

May 3

LAX11:35 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

24h 55m

1 stop

GIG4:30 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

May 7

GIG7:00 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

21h 41m

2 stops

LAX12:41 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

$747

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Wed 5/6

10:00 pm-4:05 am

1 stop26h 05m

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Sat 5/9

1:30 am-6:30 pm

1 stop21h 00m

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Tue 4/14

11:55 pm-12:30 am

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5:10 am-11:40 pm

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11:55 pm-12:30 am

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10:30 am-11:40 pm

1 stop17h 10m

$708

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3:55 pm-4:20 pm

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Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 5/13

7:00 am-10:54 am

2 stops31h 54m

$735

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SFOGIG

San Francisco

Wed 8/12

11:55 pm-12:30 am

2 stops20h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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7:20 am-11:55 pm

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$738

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

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Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 6/11

3:55 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 6/30

11:10 pm-7:00 am

2 stops35h 50m

$740

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Sat 5/2

2:15 pm-12:30 am

2 stops30h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 5/16

4:40 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops24h 10m

$740

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Wed 9/16

7:00 am-2:05 pm

2 stops27h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 9/23

2:50 pm-8:36 pm

2 stops33h 46m

$813

Las VegasRio de Janeiro

LAS - GIG

LASGIG

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 9/5

7:20 am-8:20 am

1 stop21h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 9/9

10:10 pm-5:39 pm

1 stop23h 29m

$904

Las VegasRio de Janeiro

LAS - GIG

LASGIG

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 9/18

8:30 am-8:20 am

2 stops19h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 9/21

10:10 pm-5:39 pm

1 stop23h 29m

$908

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $787. If you are unable to visit Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport during the month of May, then departing from California during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $850.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport for around $954 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport from California for as low as $826 on momondo.

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How old do you have to be to fly from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Delta	PriceFrom $342	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,382 reviews	Search Delta flights
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Air Canada	PriceFrom $565	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,891 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
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