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$344+ Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Brazil (GIG) to California

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GIG — LAX
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG) to California (USCA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$547
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$344
(Kiwi.com)
From Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to California
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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 January 21, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Thu 2/2010:15 pmGIG - LAX
1 stop18h 23mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/510:48 amLAX - GIG
1 stop14h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$547
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/81:23 amGIG - LAX
1 stop19h 36mCopa Airlines
Wed 4/2310:18 pmLAX - GIG
1 stop25h 42mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/20$550
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/109:55 pmGIG - LAX
1 stop28h 52mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/196:00 amLAX - GIG
1 stop22h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$554
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/137:25 amGIG - LAX
1 stop15h 35mDelta
Wed 3/2610:30 amLAX - GIG
1 stop17h 30mDelta
Deal found 1/20$583
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Wed 2/56:25 pmGIG - LAX
2 stops31h 08mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/208:30 amLAX - GIG
2 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$584
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/146:25 amGIG - LAX
2 stops29h 10mLATAM Airlines
Fri 4/256:00 amLAX - GIG
2 stops20h 15mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/21$592
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/211:25 amGIG - SFO
2 stops39h 26mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/178:30 amSFO - GIG
2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$598
This Avianca Connect deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Avianca Connect is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/241:45 amGIG - LAS
2 stops26h 07mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/110:36 pmLAS - GIG
2 stops21h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$629
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Thu 3/1311:00 amGIG - SFO
1 stop16h 40mCopa Airlines
Sat 3/221:51 amSFO - GIG
1 stop21h 59mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/20$634
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Mon 2/1710:15 pmGIG - LAX
1 stop18h 23mGOL
Mon 2/2412:43 pmLAX - GIG
2 stops22h 12mGOL
Deal found 1/19$637
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 4/91:23 amGIG - LAS
1 stop25h 47mCopa Airlines
Sun 4/131:59 amLAS - GIG
1 stop22h 01mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/21$682
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/258:55 pmGIG - LAS
1 stop16h 11mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/3112:59 amLAS - GIG
1 stop27h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$684

Find flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 2/20

10:15 pm-11:38 am

1 stop18h 23m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/5

10:48 am-6:20 am

1 stop14h 32m

$547

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 4/8

1:23 am-4:59 pm

1 stop19h 36m

Los Angeles

Wed 4/23

10:18 pm-4:00 am

1 stop25h 42m

$550

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 2/10

9:55 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop28h 52m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/19

6:00 am-9:35 am

1 stop22h 35m

$554

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 3/13

7:25 am-7:00 pm

1 stop15h 35m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/26

6:00 am-8:00 am

1 stop22h 00m

$583

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 2/5

6:25 pm-8:33 pm

2 stops31h 08m

Los Angeles

Thu 2/20

8:30 am-3:50 pm

2 stops26h 20m

$584

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 3/14

6:25 am-7:35 am

2 stops29h 10m

Los Angeles

Fri 4/25

6:00 am-6:15 am

2 stops20h 15m

$592

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 2/2

11:25 am-9:51 pm

2 stops39h 26m

San Francisco

Mon 2/17

8:30 am-2:35 pm

2 stops25h 05m

$598

Rio de JaneiroLas Vegas

GIG - LAS

GIGLAS

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 3/24

1:45 am-11:52 pm

2 stops26h 07m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 4/1

10:36 pm-12:25 am

2 stops21h 49m

$629

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 3/13

11:00 am-11:40 pm

1 stop16h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 3/22

1:51 am-3:50 am

1 stop21h 59m

$634

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 2/17

10:15 pm-11:38 am

1 stop18h 23m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/24

12:43 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops22h 12m

$637

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Travel insights for flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to California

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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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 January 21, 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 January 21, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Copa Airlines, Delta and LATAM 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.
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Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

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811 reviews
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811 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

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7.2

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8.6

Boarding

8.1

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8.0

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Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

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8,521 reviews
8.0
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811 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

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8.0

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7.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

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1,662 reviews
8.0
Very good
811 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

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1,858 reviews
8.0
Very good
811 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

7.5
Good
1,849 reviews
8.0
Very good
811 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

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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 $364. United Airlines flights start at $368 while deals on American Airlines start at $373 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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$525Average$827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$532Average$733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$612Average$905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$687Average$993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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