$318+ Cheap flights from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Brazil (GIG)
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flight deals. Data was last updated April 4, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $551 (CheapOair) |
One-way from | $318 (Priceline) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $771 |
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Cheapest flights from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlExplore the most affordable flight options available from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 4, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 4, 2025.
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Fly from
Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Los AngelesRio de Janeiro
LAX - GIG
LAXGIG
Los Angeles
Sat 4/19
1:45 pm-9:35 am
1 stop15h 50m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Wed 5/28
11:30 pm-7:00 am
2 stops35h 30m
Las VegasRio de Janeiro
LAS - GIG
LASGIG
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Sun 5/11
1:55 am-12:15 am
1 stop18h 20m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Tue 5/20
1:21 am-11:10 pm
1 stop25h 49m
Los AngelesRio de Janeiro
LAX - GIG
LAXGIG
Los Angeles
Tue 8/5
2:50 pm-12:25 am
2 stops53h 35m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Wed 8/20
1:30 am-10:30 pm
2 stops25h 00m
Los AngelesRio de Janeiro
LAX - GIG
LAXGIG
Los Angeles
Tue 5/6
12:05 pm-7:05 pm
2 stops27h 00m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Wed 5/21
5:00 pm-7:50 pm
2 stops30h 50m
Los AngelesRio de Janeiro
LAX - GIG
LAXGIG
Los Angeles
Wed 5/7
10:45 am-9:25 am
2 stops18h 40m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Sun 5/18
7:50 pm-11:20 am
2 stops19h 30m
Los AngelesRio de Janeiro
LAX - GIG
LAXGIG
Los Angeles
Sun 5/18
1:56 am-12:15 am
1 stop18h 19m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Wed 6/4
10:00 am-11:01 pm
1 stop17h 01m
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO - GIG
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Sun 5/18
2:15 pm-3:05 pm
2 stops44h 50m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Wed 5/28
5:00 pm-8:10 pm
2 stops31h 10m
Los AngelesRio de Janeiro
LAX - GIG
LAXGIG
Los Angeles
Tue 5/6
6:04 am-3:05 pm
2 stops29h 01m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Fri 5/30
5:00 pm-9:44 am
2 stops20h 44m
Las VegasRio de Janeiro
LAS - GIG
LASGIG
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Thu 5/29
2:40 pm-2:30 pm
2 stops19h 50m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Thu 6/5
7:55 pm-12:52 pm
2 stops20h 57m
San FranciscoRio de Janeiro
SFO - GIG
SFOGIG
San Francisco
Fri 8/29
9:55 pm-8:00 am
2 stops30h 05m
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Mon 9/1
7:00 am-12:36 am
2 stops21h 36m
Best time to book a flight from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $755). Flying from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,290). 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 CA to GIG?
Find hourly flight availability from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 4, 2025.
When flying from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, 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 Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by month
Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport ranges from 1.6 - 5.1 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport when rainfall is around 1.6 in.
Temperature in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by month
Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 69.8 F).
Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. 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 Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Reviews last updated April 4, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to Rio de Janeiro, such as Azul, Delta and Copa Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Mike,Feb 2025
NVT - LIS
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Mike,Feb 2025
NVT - LIS
Overall
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Mike,Feb 2025
NVT - LIS
Overall
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Mike,Feb 2025
NVT - LIS
Overall
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Entertainment
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Mike,Feb 2025
NVT - LIS
Overall
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Entertainment
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Mike,Feb 2025
NVT - LIS
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Top 7 airlines flying from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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| Cheapest$514 | Average$1,091 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$516 | Average$1,229 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$545 | Average$921 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$551 | Average$1,006 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$578 | Average$1,111 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$598 | Average$1,193 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$613 | Average$859 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% |