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$351+ Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Brazil (GIG) to California

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GIG — LAX
Apr 30 — May 71
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Cheap flight deals from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to California

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Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$477
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$351
(Copa Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$678
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From Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to California
One-way flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($95 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 25, 2025.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/255:05 amGIG - SAN
1 stop16h 39mCopa Airlines
Sun 8/108:58 pmSAN - GIG
1 stop23h 17mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/25$477
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/810:00 amGIG - LAX
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/1211:50 pmLAX - GIG
2 stops20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$553
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/21:30 amGIG - LAX
3 stops40h 00mAvianca
Tue 10/142:50 pmLAX - GIG
3 stops29h 35mAvianca
Deal found 4/24$554
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/711:00 pmGIG - LAX
1 stop17h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/1112:20 pmLAX - GIG
2 stops17h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$559
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/710:00 amGIG - LAX
1 stop17h 30mCopa Airlines
Sun 5/1110:14 pmLAX - GIG
1 stop22h 01mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/25$563
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Thu 5/89:05 pmGIG - LAX
1 stop26h 58mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/125:47 amLAX - GIG
1 stop22h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$591
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Thu 5/2910:20 amGIG - LAX
1 stop25h 05mLATAM Airlines
Mon 6/164:15 pmLAX - GIG
1 stop26h 15mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/25$616
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/291:27 amGIG - SFO
1 stop26h 13mCopa Airlines
Sat 10/111:28 amSFO - GIG
1 stop22h 27mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/23$630
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Mon 8/2512:50 pmGIG - LAX
1 stop22h 10mDelta
Mon 9/229:30 amLAX - GIG
1 stop20h 45mDelta
Deal found 4/24$632
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Thu 11/67:00 amGIG - SFO
2 stops22h 16mLATAM Airlines
Tue 11/119:00 amSFO - GIG
1 stop18h 20mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/24$634
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/411:55 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop28h 01mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/181:24 pmSFO - GIG
1 stop15h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24$636
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/71:21 amGIG - LAS
1 stop25h 09mCopa Airlines
Sat 6/141:55 amLAS - GIG
1 stop21h 55mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/25$654

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to California that are best for you.

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Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 7/25

5:05 am-5:44 pm

1 stop16h 39m

San Diego

Sun 8/10

8:58 pm-12:15 am

1 stop23h 17m

$477

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 5/8

10:00 am-11:40 pm

1 stop17h 40m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/12

11:50 pm-12:25 am

2 stops20h 35m

$553

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 5/7

11:00 pm-12:44 pm

1 stop17h 44m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/11

12:20 pm-10:15 am

2 stops17h 55m

$559

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 5/7

10:00 am-11:30 pm

1 stop17h 30m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/11

10:14 pm-12:15 am

1 stop22h 01m

$563

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 5/8

9:05 pm-8:03 pm

1 stop26h 58m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/12

5:47 am-8:15 am

1 stop22h 28m

$591

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 5/8

7:25 am-12:00 pm

2 stops32h 35m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/10

12:30 am-12:25 am

2 stops19h 55m

$593

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 5/29

10:20 am-7:25 am

1 stop25h 05m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/16

4:15 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop26h 15m

$616

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 9/29

1:27 am-11:40 pm

1 stop26h 13m

San Francisco

Sat 10/11

1:28 am-3:55 am

1 stop22h 27m

$630

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 8/29

7:00 am-12:38 pm

2 stops33h 38m

San Francisco

Sun 9/7

6:00 am-10:15 am

1 stop24h 15m

$635

Rio de JaneiroLas Vegas

GIG - LAS

GIGLAS

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 6/7

1:21 am-10:30 pm

1 stop25h 09m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 6/14

1:55 am-3:50 am

1 stop21h 55m

$654

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to California (average of $246). Flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from GIG to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 25, 2025.

When flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated April 25, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Azul, Delta and Copa Airlines from Rio de Janeiro to California by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to California one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Copa Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $351. Delta flights start at $354 while deals on LATAM Airlines start at $360 one-way.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to California (average of $246). Flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to California

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$524Average$785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$582Average$778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$588Average$810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$690Average$993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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