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$290+ 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 10/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIO — LAX
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Rio de Janeiro to California flight deals. Data was last updated julio 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$484
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$290
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$868
From Rio de Janeiro (RIO) to California
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Cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to California
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 julio 31, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/103:20 pmGIG - LAX
2 stops20h 25mLATAM Airlines
jue. 9/1811:30 amLAX - GIG
1 stop23h 40mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/28$484
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
lun. 8/255:05 amGIG - LAX
1 stop21h 57mCopa Airlines
mar. 9/302:01 amLAX - GIG
1 stop21h 54mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/31$488
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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. 10/29:05 pmGIG - LAX
1 stop29h 30mUnited Airlines
dom. 10/2612:55 amLAX - GIG
1 stop28h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$490
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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. 9/33:55 pmGIG - LAX
2 stops21h 31mAmerican Airlines
mar. 11/1112:45 pmLAX - GIG
1 stop16h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$505
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/235:40 pmSDU - LAX
1 stop17h 20mLATAM Airlines
jue. 10/232:15 pmLAX - SDU
2 stops23h 05mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/29$511
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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. 10/141:30 amGIG - SAN
1 stop20h 27mCopa Airlines
mié. 11/58:10 pmSAN - GIG
1 stop23h 20mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/31$588
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
vie. 9/199:05 pmGIG - SAN
2 stops27h 43mUnited Airlines
mar. 9/3010:15 amSAN - GIG
1 stop18h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$590
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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. 10/153:55 pmGIG - SAN
2 stops23h 31mAmerican Airlines
mié. 11/56:15 amSAN - GIG
2 stops19h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$609
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/45:05 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops21h 40mLATAM Airlines
mar. 11/1811:30 amSFO - GIG
1 stop15h 50mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/30$618
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lun. 9/291:30 amGIG - SFO
2 stops39h 05mAvianca
sáb. 10/1112:05 amSFO - GIG
2 stops44h 20mAvianca
Deal found 7/29$622
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
vie. 8/2910:05 amGIG - SFO
1 stop17h 34mCopa Airlines
sáb. 9/61:30 amSFO - GIG
1 stop18h 55mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/30$626
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
mié. 9/39:05 pmGIG - SFO
1 stop23h 29mUnited Airlines
mar. 9/307:12 amSFO - GIG
1 stop21h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$628

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rio de Janeiro to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Rio de Janeiro

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mié. 9/10

3:20 pm-7:45 am

2 stops20h 25m

Los Angeles

jue. 9/18

11:30 am-3:10 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$484

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

lun. 8/25

5:05 am-11:02 pm

1 stop21h 57m

Los Angeles

mar. 9/30

2:01 am-3:55 am

1 stop21h 54m

$488

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

jue. 10/2

9:05 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop29h 30m

Los Angeles

dom. 10/26

12:55 am-9:35 am

1 stop28h 40m

$490

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mié. 9/3

3:55 pm-9:26 am

2 stops21h 31m

Los Angeles

mar. 11/11

12:45 pm-10:15 am

1 stop16h 30m

$505

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

SDU - LAX

SDULAX

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

mar. 9/23

5:40 pm-7:00 am

1 stop17h 20m

Los Angeles

jue. 10/23

2:15 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops23h 05m

$511

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mar. 10/14

1:30 am-5:57 pm

1 stop20h 27m

San Diego

mié. 11/5

8:10 pm-12:30 am

1 stop23h 20m

$588

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

vie. 9/19

9:05 pm-8:48 pm

2 stops27h 43m

San Diego

mar. 9/30

10:15 am-8:15 am

1 stop18h 00m

$590

Rio de JaneiroSan Diego

GIG - SAN

GIGSAN

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mié. 10/15

3:55 pm-11:26 am

2 stops23h 31m

San Diego

mié. 11/5

6:15 am-6:15 am

2 stops19h 00m

$609

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mar. 11/4

5:05 pm-9:45 am

2 stops21h 40m

San Francisco

mar. 11/18

11:30 am-8:20 am

1 stop15h 50m

$618

Rio de JaneiroSan Francisco

GIG - SFO

GIGSFO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

lun. 9/29

1:30 am-12:35 pm

2 stops39h 05m

San Francisco

dom. 10/12

2:20 pm-12:25 am

2 stops30h 05m

$622

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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 $326). 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 julio 31, 2025.

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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 julio 31, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Rio de Janeiro to California, such as Azul, Delta, and LATAM Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Azul
8.0
Very good
802 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 15
10.0
Excellent

Dean,Jul 2025

CNF - FLL

The touch screens on the aircraft (A330 Neo) were terrible... they did not function properly, and the hand controller did not work much better. With much effort, I was able to view some content that I wanted to see. The "Map" function on the system was inoperative, as well. The only information you could get was the basic info about the flight (altitude, temperature, time-to-destination). Considering that this route takes you over top of one of the most amazing countries/regions in the world, it would have been nice to see the landmarks on a map.
Azul
8.0
Very good
802 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
802 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 15
10.0
Excellent

Dean,Jul 2025

CNF - FLL

The touch screens on the aircraft (A330 Neo) were terrible... they did not function properly, and the hand controller did not work much better. With much effort, I was able to view some content that I wanted to see. The "Map" function on the system was inoperative, as well. The only information you could get was the basic info about the flight (altitude, temperature, time-to-destination). Considering that this route takes you over top of one of the most amazing countries/regions in the world, it would have been nice to see the landmarks on a map.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
802 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 15
10.0
Excellent

Dean,Jul 2025

CNF - FLL

The touch screens on the aircraft (A330 Neo) were terrible... they did not function properly, and the hand controller did not work much better. With much effort, I was able to view some content that I wanted to see. The "Map" function on the system was inoperative, as well. The only information you could get was the basic info about the flight (altitude, temperature, time-to-destination). Considering that this route takes you over top of one of the most amazing countries/regions in the world, it would have been nice to see the landmarks on a map.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,822 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
802 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 15
10.0
Excellent

Dean,Jul 2025

CNF - FLL

The touch screens on the aircraft (A330 Neo) were terrible... they did not function properly, and the hand controller did not work much better. With much effort, I was able to view some content that I wanted to see. The "Map" function on the system was inoperative, as well. The only information you could get was the basic info about the flight (altitude, temperature, time-to-destination). Considering that this route takes you over top of one of the most amazing countries/regions in the world, it would have been nice to see the landmarks on a map.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,493 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
802 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 15
10.0
Excellent

Dean,Jul 2025

CNF - FLL

The touch screens on the aircraft (A330 Neo) were terrible... they did not function properly, and the hand controller did not work much better. With much effort, I was able to view some content that I wanted to see. The "Map" function on the system was inoperative, as well. The only information you could get was the basic info about the flight (altitude, temperature, time-to-destination). Considering that this route takes you over top of one of the most amazing countries/regions in the world, it would have been nice to see the landmarks on a map.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
802 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 15
10.0
Excellent

Dean,Jul 2025

CNF - FLL

The touch screens on the aircraft (A330 Neo) were terrible... they did not function properly, and the hand controller did not work much better. With much effort, I was able to view some content that I wanted to see. The "Map" function on the system was inoperative, as well. The only information you could get was the basic info about the flight (altitude, temperature, time-to-destination). Considering that this route takes you over top of one of the most amazing countries/regions in the world, it would have been nice to see the landmarks on a map.

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  • 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 $315 on Avianca. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Copa Airlines from $352 and LATAM Airlines from $354 one-way.

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

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

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

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  • 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 $326). 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 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 julio 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$524Average$739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$537Average$777FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$588Average$811FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$690Average$1,050FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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