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$354+ Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Brazil (GIG) 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 2/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GIG — LAX
Jan 15 — Jan 221
Thu 1/15
Thu 1/22
1 adult, Economy
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Fri 12/199:55 pmGIG - LAX
1 stop30h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/316:45 pmLAX - GIG
1 stop33h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$590
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/1711:55 pmGIG - LAX
1 stop21h 24mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/3112:50 pmLAX - GIG
1 stop15h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$599
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/1711:55 pmGIG - LAX
2 stops19h 52mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/138:10 amLAX - GIG
1 stop21h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$603
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Thu 12/189:55 pmGIG - LAX
1 stop16h 18mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/3112:05 pmLAX - GIG
1 stop16h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$649
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/195:10 amGIG - SFO
1 stop23h 07mCopa Airlines
Fri 1/912:42 amSFO - GIG
1 stop18h 48mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/15$681
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sat 12/209:30 pmGIG - LAX
1 stop17h 05mDelta
Thu 1/87:45 amLAX - GIG
2 stops19h 35mDelta
Deal found 12/16$689
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Mon 12/2210:30 pmGIG - LAX
1 stop16h 40mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/121:00 pmLAX - GIG
1 stop16h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$693
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sat 12/209:55 pmGIG - LAX
1 stop31h 13mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/112:55 amLAX - GIG
1 stop27h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$694
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/179:30 pmGIG - LAX
1 stop17h 39mDelta
Wed 12/3110:30 amLAX - GIG
2 stops19h 15mDelta
Deal found 12/16$695
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/179:30 pmGIG - LAX
1 stop17h 39mLATAM Airlines
Tue 1/137:20 amLAX - GIG
1 stop20h 00mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/16$698
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/179:30 pmGIG - LAX
1 stop16h 40mLATAM Airlines
Wed 12/2412:50 pmLAX - GIG
1 stop22h 40mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/16$700
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Sun 12/219:55 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop38h 44mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/212:30 amSFO - GIG
1 stop28h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$752

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Round-trip from

$496
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One-way from

$354
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Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$775
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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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Return

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Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 5/4

5:10 am-5:08 pm

1 stop15h 58m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/10

2:30 am-12:25 am

1 stop17h 55m

$508

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 2/2

1:40 am-10:39 pm

1 stop25h 59m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/23

9:08 pm-12:30 am

1 stop22h 22m

$508

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 5/16

10:30 am-11:36 pm

1 stop17h 06m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/23

10:13 pm-12:25 am

1 stop22h 12m

$544

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 2/20

5:10 am-10:29 pm

1 stop22h 19m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/7

1:01 am-12:30 am

1 stop18h 29m

$548

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 2/20

5:10 am-10:29 pm

1 stop22h 19m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/7

9:08 pm-12:30 am

1 stop22h 22m

$568

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 2/3

9:30 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops21h 55m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/23

6:00 am-8:20 am

1 stop21h 20m

$575

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 1/30

10:10 am-10:36 pm

1 stop17h 26m

Los Angeles

Thu 2/5

1:01 am-12:30 am

1 stop18h 29m

$587

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 3/15

10:55 pm-12:11 am

1 stop29h 16m

San Diego

Tue 3/31

10:30 pm-10:15 am

1 stop31h 45m

$589

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 3/16

9:30 pm-9:50 am

1 stop16h 20m

San Diego

Sat 3/21

10:30 pm-7:20 am

1 stop28h 50m

$590

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 3/5

7:15 am-10:06 am

2 stops31h 51m

San Diego

Sun 3/8

10:30 pm-7:10 am

2 stops28h 40m

$599

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to California (average of $348). Flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $646). 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 December 16, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to California at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 29% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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 December 16, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to California, such as Copa Airlines, LATAM Airlines, and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,891 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to California?

    A quick flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to California can take about 15h 58m. Copa Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $508. Airlines will cover a distance of 6296 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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. American Airlines flights start at $352 while deals on LATAM Airlines start at $354 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to California?

    When deciding which route to take from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to California consider Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - Los Angeles, Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - San Francisco or Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl as they are the most popular.

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

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

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  • Can I find deals for business class 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to California (average of $348). Flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $646). 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 December 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$488Average$818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$524Average$628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$571Average$973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$607Average$789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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