$271+ Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (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 7/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Rio de Janeiro to California flight deals. Data was last updated April 30, 2025.
Most accurate provider | AranGrant 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | AranGrant 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $477 (Copa Airlines) |
One-way from | $271 (Copa Airlines) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $676 |
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Cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to CaliforniaExplore 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 April 30, 2025.
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 April 30, 2025.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
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This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Rio de JaneiroSan Diego
GIG - SAN
GIGSAN
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Thu 7/24
1:29 am-5:44 pm
1 stop20h 15m
San Diego
Sun 8/10
8:58 pm-12:15 am
1 stop23h 17m
Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles
GIG - LAX
GIGLAX
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Wed 5/28
8:05 pm-11:20 am
2 stops19h 15m
Los Angeles
Wed 6/4
11:10 am-10:15 am
2 stops19h 05m
Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles
GIG - LAX
GIGLAX
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Thu 5/22
10:00 am-12:53 pm
1 stop30h 53m
Los Angeles
Mon 6/2
12:30 am-12:25 am
2 stops19h 55m
Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles
GIG - LAX
GIGLAX
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Mon 5/26
5:00 pm-11:07 pm
2 stops34h 07m
Los Angeles
Thu 6/5
10:30 pm-7:05 pm
2 stops40h 35m
Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles
SDU - LAX
SDULAX
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
Mon 5/26
7:55 am-11:05 am
2 stops31h 10m
Los Angeles
Sun 6/1
8:05 am-3:50 pm
2 stops27h 45m
Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles
SDU - LAX
SDULAX
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
Wed 5/14
7:55 am-11:07 pm
2 stops43h 12m
Los Angeles
Tue 6/3
10:30 pm-3:50 pm
2 stops37h 20m
Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles
GIG - LAX
GIGLAX
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Thu 5/29
11:00 pm-7:00 am
2 stops36h 00m
Los Angeles
Thu 6/5
4:15 pm-5:15 pm
1 stop21h 00m
Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles
GIG - LAX
GIGLAX
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Thu 9/18
1:30 am-10:30 pm
2 stops25h 00m
Los Angeles
Thu 9/25
12:30 am-12:25 am
2 stops19h 55m
Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles
GIG - LAX
GIGLAX
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Wed 5/28
1:21 am-11:40 pm
1 stop26h 19m
Los Angeles
Thu 6/5
12:14 pm-8:00 am
1 stop15h 46m
Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco
GIG - SFO
GIGSFO
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Tue 9/2
9:00 pm-6:52 pm
1 stop25h 52m
San Francisco
Wed 9/24
3:15 pm-10:15 am
1 stop15h 00m
Best time to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to California
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Rio de Janeiro to California
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to California?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to California (average of $246). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 April 30, 2025.
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 April 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Rio de Janeiro to California, such as Azul, Delta and LATAM Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Mike,Feb 2025
NVT - LIS
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Crew
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Mike,Feb 2025
NVT - LIS
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Mike,Feb 2025
NVT - LIS
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Mike,Feb 2025
NVT - LIS
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Overall
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Mike,Feb 2025
NVT - LIS
Entertainment
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Overall
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Mike,Feb 2025
NVT - LIS
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Top 4 airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro to California
Discover the top 4 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 30, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$524 | Average$779 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$582 | Average$778 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$588 | Average$804 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$690 | Average$993 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |