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$364+ Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro (RIO) to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIO — LAX
nov. 10 — nov. 171
dom. 11/10
dom. 11/17
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rio de Janeiro to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on noviembre 5, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
mar. 11/129:55 pmGIG - LAX
1 stop27h 12mUnited Airlines
dom. 11/175:55 amLAX - GIG
1 stop22h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/4$523
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
mié. 12/49:30 pmGIG - LAX
1 stop17h 00mLATAM Airlines
lun. 12/92:55 pmLAX - GIG
1 stop23h 55mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/4$524
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
mié. 11/2010:30 pmGIG - LAX
1 stop17h 20mAmerican Airlines
mié. 11/2712:45 amLAX - GIG
1 stop26h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/4$532
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
mar. 12/31:25 amGIG - LAX
1 stop14h 49mCopa Airlines
mar. 12/3111:02 amLAX - GIG
1 stop16h 08mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/3$600
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
mar. 11/2610:30 pmGIG - LAS
1 stop22h 21mAmerican Airlines
mar. 12/311:54 amLAS - GIG
1 stop17h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/4$631
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
mar. 11/2611:30 amGIG - LAS
2 stops30h 24mLATAM Airlines
mar. 12/36:00 amLAS - GIG
2 stops19h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/4$641
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
mar. 11/261:25 amGIG - LAS
1 stop26h 00mCopa Airlines
jue. 12/512:49 amLAS - GIG
1 stop18h 36mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/4$645
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
vie. 12/135:05 pmGIG - LAX
2 stops23h 00mDelta
dom. 1/126:15 amLAX - GIG
1 stop21h 05mDelta
Deal found 11/4$663
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 GOL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/136:25 amGIG - LAX
2 stops45h 43mGOL
mar. 11/2612:30 pmLAX - GIG
2 stops25h 25mGOL
Deal found 11/5$664
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/195:35 pmSDU - LAS
3 stops25h 47mMultiple Airlines
mar. 11/2612:20 pmLAS - SDU
2 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$684
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
lun. 11/1810:30 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop27h 41mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 11/306:00 amSFO - GIG
1 stop21h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/3$687
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/269:55 pmGIG - LAS
2 stops24h 28mUnited Airlines
lun. 12/212:59 amLAS - GIG
1 stop27h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$716

Find flights from Rio de Janeiro to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Rio de Janeiro 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 2,554,862 searches. Data last updated noviembre 5, 2024.

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Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mar. 11/12

10:45 am-10:45 pm

1 stop17h 00m

$364

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

lun. 3/3

10:30 pm-12:11 pm

1 stop18h 41m

$373

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

sáb. 11/23

1:25 am-9:20 pm

3 stops48h 55m

$382

Rio de JaneiroLas Vegas

GIG - LAS

GIGLAS

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mié. 3/12

8:55 pm-7:07 am

2 stops38h 12m

$407

Rio de JaneiroLas Vegas

GIG - LAS

GIGLAS

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

jue. 2/27

7:25 am-11:44 pm

2 stops21h 19m

$432

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

jue. 12/5

7:20 am-9:55 pm

2 stops19h 35m

$435

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mié. 2/12

9:05 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops31h 05m

$436

Rio de JaneiroLas Vegas

GIG - LAS

GIGLAS

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

jue. 11/14

7:25 am-11:37 pm

2 stops21h 12m

$448

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

SDU - LAX

SDULAX

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

lun. 4/14

7:50 am-10:21 am

2 stops30h 31m

$594

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

SDU - LAX

SDULAX

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

vie. 1/17

8:50 pm-1:46 pm

2 stops21h 56m

$794

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Travel insights for flights from Rio de Janeiro to California

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to California?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to California (average of $240). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 RIO to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Rio de Janeiro 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 noviembre 5, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Rio de Janeiro to California as you normally would.

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 noviembre 5, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Rio de Janeiro to California, such as Copa Airlines, American Airlines and Avianca. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Azul
8.1
Very good
840 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

On time. Nice crew, clean plane and a small snack

Azul
8.1
Very good
840 reviews
Azul
8.1
Very good
840 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

On time. Nice crew, clean plane and a small snack

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,830 reviews
Azul
8.1
Very good
840 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

On time. Nice crew, clean plane and a small snack

Copa Airlines
7.8
Good
1,860 reviews
Azul
8.1
Very good
840 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

On time. Nice crew, clean plane and a small snack

LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,966 reviews
Azul
8.1
Very good
840 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

On time. Nice crew, clean plane and a small snack

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
2,024 reviews
Azul
8.1
Very good
840 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

On time. Nice crew, clean plane and a small snack

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Rio de Janeiro to California for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Rio de Janeiro to California for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on LATAM Airlines for just $500, but on average you can expect to pay $639.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Rio de Janeiro to California for under $500?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Rio de Janeiro to California within the next 7 days for less than $500.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $364 on Copa Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $373 and United Airlines from $407 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Rio de Janeiro to California?

    While some choose either Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont - Los Angeles or Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - Los Angeles is the most popular route from Rio de Janeiro to California.

  • What does GIG to LAX mean?

    Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is GIG and Los Angeles Airport is LAX. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. San Francisco Airport (SFO), San Diego Airport (SAN), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA), San Jose Airport (SJC), Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rio de Janeiro to California that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Rio de Janeiro to California flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Rio de Janeiro to California with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Rio de Janeiro to California flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rio de Janeiro to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Rio de Janeiro to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Rio de Janeiro to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rio de Janeiro to California that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro to California offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Rio de Janeiro to California?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Rio de Janeiro to California flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Rio de Janeiro to California flight deals updated?

    The Rio de Janeiro to California flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/5.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to California (average of $240). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 5 airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro to California

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Rio de Janeiro 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 2,554,862 searches. Data last updated noviembre 5, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$525Average$868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$532Average$796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$582Average$741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$617Average$920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$776Average$1,126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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