Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro?

Flights connecting via Houston (IAH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 15h 06m.

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 Los Angeles according to our data. LATAM Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 54% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Rio de Janeiro. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro?

Houston (IAH) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 37m.

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

GOL, Copa Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Los Angeles and Rio de Janeiro?

Panama City (PTY) was the most common stop: 28% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro?

Flights via New York (JFK) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $785.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Prices for flights from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Rio de Janeiro are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

As of May 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Rio de Janeiro.

How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Rio de Janeiro.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Rio de Janeiro trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $906 to $756. The lowest price recently found on this route was $696.

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10:04 pm - 12:25 am

LAX

GIG

22h 21m

1 stop

5:10 am - 11:15 pm

GIG

LAX

22h 05m

1 stop

$696Copa Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 20

10:15 pm - 12:05 am

LAX

GIG

21h 50m

2 stops

6:35 pm - 10:49 am

GIG

LAX

20h 14m

2 stops

$697Delta

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21

9:35 am - 10:45 am

LAX

GIG

21h 10m

2 stops

7:00 am - 10:49 am

GIG

LAX

31h 49m

2 stops

$700LATAM Airlines

Wed, Sep 2 - Fri, Sep 11

3:55 pm - 12:50 pm

LAX

GIG

16h 55m

1 stop

9:10 pm - 7:00 am

GIG

LAX

37h 50m

2 stops

$704LATAM Airlines

Sun, Jun 7 - Mon, Jun 8

9:20 pm - 12:05 am

LAX

GIG

21h 45m

2 stops

10:55 pm - 10:35 pm

GIG

LAX

28h 40m

2 stops

$705Delta

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 16

2:02 am - 12:30 am

LAX

GIG

18h 28m

1 stop

5:10 am - 11:22 pm

GIG

LAX

22h 12m

1 stop

$706Copa Airlines

Sun, Jun 7 - Mon, Jun 15

10:15 pm - 12:05 am

LAX

GIG

20h 50m

2 stops

7:25 pm - 6:45 am

GIG

LAX

40h 20m

1 stop

$707LATAM Airlines

Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15

2:02 am - 4:05 am

LAX

GIG

22h 03m

1 stop

1:30 am - 11:15 pm

GIG

LAX

25h 45m

1 stop

$708Copa Airlines

Fri, Jun 26 - Sat, Sep 26

7:00 am - 4:45 pm

LAX

SDU

29h 45m

2 stops

1:45 pm - 4:30 pm

SDU

LAX

30h 45m

2 stops

$794United Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21

5:00 pm - 4:45 pm

LAX

SDU

43h 45m

2 stops

1:45 pm - 10:46 am

SDU

LAX

25h 01m

2 stops

$806United Airlines

Sun, Sep 13 - Mon, Sep 21

Copa Airlines flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro

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Copa Airlines

Oct 7

LAX10:04 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

22h 21m

1 stop

GIG12:25 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Oct 20

GIG5:10 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

22h 05m

1 stop

LAX11:15 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

$696

Copa Airlines

Jun 7

LAX2:02 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

18h 28m

1 stop

GIG12:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Jun 15

GIG5:10 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

22h 12m

1 stop

LAX11:22 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

$706

Copa Airlines

Jun 26

LAX2:02 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

22h 03m

1 stop

GIG4:05 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sep 26

GIG1:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

25h 45m

1 stop

LAX11:15 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

$708

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Sep 2

LAX9:35 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

21h 10m

2 stops

GIG10:45 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sep 11

GIG7:00 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

31h 49m

2 stops

LAX10:49 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

$700

LATAM Airlines

Jun 7

LAX3:55 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

16h 55m

1 stop

GIG12:50 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Jun 8

GIG9:10 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

37h 50m

2 stops

LAX7:00 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

$704

LATAM Airlines

Nov 11

LAX10:15 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

20h 50m

2 stops

GIG12:05 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Nov 15

GIG7:25 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

40h 20m

1 stop

LAX6:45 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

$707

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LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 10/7

10:04 pm-12:25 am

1 stop22h 21m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 10/20

5:10 am-11:15 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$696

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 9/14

10:15 pm-12:05 am

2 stops21h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 9/21

6:35 pm-10:49 am

2 stops20h 14m

$697

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 9/2

9:35 am-10:45 am

2 stops21h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 9/11

7:00 am-10:49 am

2 stops31h 49m

$700

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 6/7

3:55 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop16h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 6/8

9:10 pm-7:00 am

2 stops37h 50m

$704

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 11/5

9:20 pm-12:05 am

2 stops21h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 11/16

10:55 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops28h 40m

$705

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LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 6/7

2:02 am-12:30 am

1 stop18h 28m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 6/15

5:10 am-11:22 pm

1 stop22h 12m

$706

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 11/11

10:15 pm-12:05 am

2 stops20h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 11/15

7:25 pm-6:45 am

1 stop40h 20m

$707

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 6/26

2:02 am-4:05 am

1 stop22h 03m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 9/26

1:30 am-11:15 pm

1 stop25h 45m

$708

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - SDU

LAXSDU

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 9/14

7:00 am-4:45 pm

2 stops29h 45m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 9/21

1:45 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops30h 45m

$794

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - SDU

LAXSDU

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 9/13

5:00 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops43h 45m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 9/21

1:45 pm-10:46 am

2 stops25h 01m

$806

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Los Angeles and Rio de Janeiro?

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

The cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro from Los Angeles is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $270, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of April is another great option to travel to Rio de Janeiro, with average flight prices from Los Angeles averaging around $291.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Rio de Janeiro from Los Angeles when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Rio de Janeiro for around $958 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 Los Angeles for as low as $919 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro flights?

You could potentially save up to 10% on your flight if you consider stops on a Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro flight.

How have Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro flight prices changed over time?

As of May 2026, prices for Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro flights are approximately 49% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro takes 14h 45m

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How far is Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro by plane?
The distance between Los Angeles and Rio de Janeiro is about 6301.6 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 14h 45m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Rio de Janeiro?
Prices for flights from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Rio de Janeiro are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Rio de Janeiro?
As of May 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Rio de Janeiro?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Rio de Janeiro trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro is LATAM Airlines (56% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Copa Airlines (15%), Delta (11%), and American Airlines (8%).

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Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $434	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,584 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
GOL	PriceFrom $608	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,219 reviews	Search GOL flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $669	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,727 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $729	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,662 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $750	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,923 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $777	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,455 reviews	Search Delta flights

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