Rio de Janeiro

$300+ Cheap flights from California to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (RIO)

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LAX — RIO
ene. 26 — feb. 21
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO). 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 enero 21, 2025.

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$508
(LATAM Airlines)

One-way from

$300
(Mytrip)
From California to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)
One-way flight from California to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)

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Cheapest flights from California to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 21, 2025.

This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
lun. 2/312:50 pmLAX - GIG
1 stop25h 00mLATAM Airlines
jue. 2/67:25 amGIG - LAX
1 stop15h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/19$508
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.
lun. 2/106:15 amLAX - GIG
1 stop21h 05mDelta
jue. 2/205:00 amGIG - LAX
2 stops18h 00mDelta
Deal found 1/20$513
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
lun. 2/312:50 pmLAX - SDU
2 stops20h 15mLATAM Airlines
jue. 2/610:00 amSDU - LAX
2 stops25h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/19$515
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.
dom. 1/261:05 amLAX - GIG
1 stop21h 50mCopa Airlines
mar. 2/115:35 amGIG - LAX
1 stop34h 55mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/20$525
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dom. 2/26:12 amLAX - GIG
1 stop23h 03mAmerican Airlines
mié. 2/1211:55 pmGIG - LAX
1 stop27h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$529
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lun. 1/2711:30 amLAX - GIG
2 stops17h 45mBritish Airways
mar. 2/1111:55 pmGIG - LAX
2 stops19h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/20$549
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dom. 5/41:55 amLAS - GIG
1 stop18h 20mCopa Airlines
jue. 5/1510:00 amGIG - LAS
1 stop17h 10mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/19$568
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mié. 1/2212:08 pmLAS - GIG
2 stops17h 07mAmerican Airlines
mié. 1/2911:55 pmGIG - LAS
2 stops19h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$571
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lun. 3/178:10 amLAS - GIG
1 stop21h 25mUnited Airlines
mar. 5/69:05 pmGIG - LAS
1 stop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$580
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jue. 2/68:30 amLAX - GIG
2 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
jue. 2/206:25 pmGIG - LAX
2 stops31h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$584
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 2/68:30 amLAX - SDU
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
jue. 2/205:30 pmSDU - LAX
2 stops32h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$586
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.
jue. 2/61:10 pmLAX - GIG
1 stop15h 25mUnited Airlines
mié. 2/199:55 pmGIG - LAX
1 stop23h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$593

Find flights from California to Rio de Janeiro within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Rio de Janeiro 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 enero 21, 2025.

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Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

lun. 2/3

12:50 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop25h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

jue. 2/6

7:25 am-6:00 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$508

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

lun. 2/10

6:00 am-8:20 am

2 stops21h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

vie. 2/14

7:25 am-6:00 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$513

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - SDU

LAXSDU

Los Angeles

lun. 2/3

12:50 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops20h 15m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

jue. 2/6

10:00 am-6:35 am

2 stops25h 35m

$515

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

sáb. 3/15

2:07 am-12:25 am

1 stop18h 18m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

dom. 3/30

1:30 am-11:40 pm

1 stop26h 10m

$526

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

dom. 2/9

12:51 am-9:35 am

1 stop27h 44m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

vie. 2/14

9:55 pm-9:18 am

1 stop16h 23m

$527

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

dom. 2/2

6:12 am-10:15 am

1 stop23h 03m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mié. 2/12

11:55 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop27h 16m

$529

Las VegasRio de Janeiro

LAS - GIG

LASGIG

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

dom. 5/4

1:55 am-12:15 am

1 stop18h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mié. 5/14

1:21 am-11:10 pm

1 stop25h 49m

$568

Las VegasRio de Janeiro

LAS - GIG

LASGIG

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

lun. 3/17

10:20 am-9:35 am

1 stop19h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

sáb. 5/24

9:05 pm-8:53 am

1 stop15h 48m

$580

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

jue. 2/6

8:30 am-3:50 pm

2 stops26h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

jue. 2/20

6:25 pm-8:33 pm

2 stops31h 08m

$584

Las VegasRio de Janeiro

LAS - GIG

LASGIG

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

lun. 2/3

11:27 am-10:15 am

1 stop17h 48m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

jue. 2/6

10:15 pm-1:44 pm

2 stops20h 29m

$585

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Travel insights for flights from California to Rio de Janeiro

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from California to Rio de Janeiro including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Rio de Janeiro (average of $755). Flying from California to Rio de Janeiro 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 RIO?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Rio de Janeiro. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated enero 21, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rio de Janeiro 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 when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rio de Janeiro, 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro. 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. Reviews last updated enero 21, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown LATAM Airlines, Delta and Copa Airlines from California to Rio de Janeiro. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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8.6

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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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8.0

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8.0

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8.1

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7.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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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

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8.0

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8.1

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7.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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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.

7.7
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1,662 reviews
8.0
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811 reviews

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8.0

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8.0

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8.1

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7.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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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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8.0
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811 reviews

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8.0

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8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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.

7.4
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8,984 reviews
8.0
Very good
811 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Rio de Janeiro. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Rio de Janeiro one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $382 on LATAM Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include GOL from $389 and Copa Airlines from $391 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Rio de Janeiro (average of $755). Flying from California to Rio de Janeiro 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.

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Top 7 airlines flying from California to Rio de Janeiro

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from California to Rio de Janeiro. 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 enero 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$515Average$1,268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$518Average$829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$545Average$923FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$554Average$1,222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$573Average$1,048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$582Average$1,064FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
GOLCheapest$613Average$868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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