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

LATAM Airlines, Copa 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 34% 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?

LATAM Airlines, Avianca, and Air Canada are the most popular carriers operating from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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 Diego (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 14h 42m on average. If you fly from Los Angeles (another popular airport in California) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 15h.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

As of February 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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GIG

21h 20m

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7:50 pm - 2:37 pm

GIG

LAX

22h 47m

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$709American Airlines

Sun, Mar 15 - Wed, Mar 18

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26h 05m

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21h 34m

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19h 55m

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19h 14m

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$711Delta

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27h 05m

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18h 30m

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Sun, Mar 29 - Thu, Apr 2

11:10 pm - 12:40 am

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20h 30m

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7:30 am - 10:50 pm

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19h 20m

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$714Avianca

Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 10

12:15 am - 12:30 am

LAX

GIG

20h 15m

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4:40 pm - 10:40 pm

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34h 00m

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$717Avianca

Sun, Apr 19 - Sat, Apr 25

6:00 am - 8:20 am

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GIG

22h 20m

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LAX

22h 47m

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Wed, Mar 11 - Wed, Mar 18

5:00 am - 8:15 am

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GIG

23h 15m

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9:05 pm - 8:36 pm

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ONT

27h 31m

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$1,066United Airlines

Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13

1:25 pm - 4:30 pm

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GIG

23h 05m

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5:20 pm - 9:45 pm

GIG

SJC

32h 25m

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$1,071Delta

Sun, Apr 5 - Tue, Apr 21

5:45 am - 8:15 am

ONT

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22h 30m

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9:05 pm - 9:40 pm

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ONT

28h 35m

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$1,075United Airlines

Wed, Jun 3 - Mon, Jul 27

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May 12

LAS12:18 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

15h 57m

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GIG8:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

May 19

GIG9:05 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

15h 58m

1 stop

LAS9:03 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$861

United Airlines

Feb 25

LAS11:53 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

16h 42m

2 stops

GIG9:35 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mar 6

GIG9:55 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

22h 41m

1 stop

LAS3:36 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$862

United Airlines

Aug 11

LAS8:00 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

20h 15m

1 stop

GIG8:15 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Aug 13

GIG9:05 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

25h 59m

2 stops

LAS7:04 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$865

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Apr 10

LAX11:35 amLos Angeles

24h 55m

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GIG4:30 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Apr 25

GIG7:00 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

16h 00m

1 stop

LAX7:00 pmLos Angeles

$711

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Mar 29

LAX2:55 pmLos Angeles

27h 05m

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GIG10:00 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Apr 2

GIG5:20 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

18h 30m

1 stop

LAX7:50 amLos Angeles

$712

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Apr 19

LAX3:55 pmLos Angeles

16h 45m

1 stop

GIG12:40 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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GIG7:00 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

16h 00m

1 stop

LAX7:00 pmLos Angeles

$714

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11:10 pm-12:40 am

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Sun 4/19

12:15 am-12:30 am

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2 stops34h 00m

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Wed 3/11

6:00 am-8:20 am

1 stop22h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 3/18

7:50 pm-2:37 pm

2 stops22h 47m

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2 stops23h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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9:05 pm-8:36 pm

2 stops27h 31m

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Sun 4/5

1:25 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops23h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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5:20 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops32h 25m

$1,071

OntarioRio de Janeiro

ONT - GIG

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Ontario

Wed 6/3

5:45 am-8:15 am

1 stop22h 30m

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9:05 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop28h 35m

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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 $706. If you are unable to visit Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport during the month of May, then departing from California during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $767.

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 $916 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 $756 on momondo.

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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 8,205 reviews	Search Delta flights
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Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $477	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,556 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
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