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$260+ Cheap flights from Sao Paulo, Brazil (SAO) 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 6/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAO — LAX
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$439
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$260
(Orbitz)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$604

Good round-trip deal

$690 or less

Good one-way deal

$540 or less
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Cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sao Paulo to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 8/281:40 amGRU - SAN
1 stop20h 04mCopa Airlines
Wed 9/109:03 pmSAN - GRU
1 stop23h 07mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/30$439
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.
Tue 6/105:25 amGRU - LAX
1 stop21h 46mCopa Airlines
Tue 8/1912:03 pmLAX - GRU
1 stop14h 27mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/29$439
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/24:50 pmGRU - LAX
2 stops24h 40mAvianca
Sun 6/812:30 amLAX - GRU
2 stops25h 05mAvianca
Deal found 4/30$440
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/1010:20 pmGRU - LAX
1 stop19h 03mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/1711:37 pmLAX - GRU
1 stop29h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$441
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/2710:50 pmGRU - LAX
Nonstop12h 10mDelta
Sat 6/71:45 pmLAX - GRU
Nonstop11h 55mDelta
Deal found 4/30$484
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/67:20 amGRU - LAX
2 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/2010:04 pmLAX - GRU
1 stop22h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$494
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/2710:00 pmGRU - LAX
1 stop15h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/77:00 amLAX - GRU
1 stop20h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$498
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/96:40 amGRU - LAS
2 stops21h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/1610:20 pmLAS - GRU
2 stops23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$544
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/19:00 pmGRU - LAX
2 stops23h 08mAir Canada
Wed 10/86:00 amLAX - GRU
2 stops23h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$552
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/19:00 pmGRU - SFO
1 stop26h 51mAir Canada
Wed 10/158:31 amSFO - GRU
2 stops21h 09mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30$553
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/114:50 pmGRU - LAS
2 stops24h 55mAvianca
Tue 6/173:05 pmLAS - GRU
2 stops29h 35mAvianca
Deal found 4/29$598
This GOL 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 GOL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/36:00 pmGRU - LAX
2 stops22h 22mGOL
Wed 9/1712:25 pmLAX - GRU
1 stop14h 50mGOL
Deal found 4/29$604

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sao Paulo to California 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sao Paulo to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Sao Paulo

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Sao PauloSan Diego

GRU - SAN

GRUSAN

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Thu 8/28

1:40 am-5:44 pm

1 stop20h 04m

San Diego

Wed 9/10

9:03 pm-12:10 am

1 stop23h 07m

$439

Sao PauloLos Angeles

GRU - LAX

GRULAX

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 6/10

5:25 am-11:11 pm

1 stop21h 46m

Los Angeles

Tue 8/19

12:03 pm-6:30 am

1 stop14h 27m

$439

Sao PauloLos Angeles

GRU - LAX

GRULAX

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Mon 6/2

4:50 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops24h 40m

Los Angeles

Sun 6/8

12:30 am-5:35 am

2 stops25h 05m

$440

Sao PauloLos Angeles

GRU - LAX

GRULAX

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 6/10

9:50 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop29h 15m

Los Angeles

Tue 6/17

11:37 pm-9:30 am

1 stop29h 53m

$441

Sao PauloLos Angeles

GRU - LAX

GRULAX

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 5/27

10:50 pm-7:00 am

Nonstop12h 10m

Los Angeles

Sat 6/7

1:45 pm-5:40 am

Nonstop11h 55m

$484

Sao PauloLos Angeles

GRU - LAX

GRULAX

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Wed 8/6

7:20 am-1:30 pm

2 stops34h 10m

Los Angeles

Wed 8/20

10:04 pm-12:30 am

1 stop22h 26m

$494

Sao PauloLos Angeles

GRU - LAX

GRULAX

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 5/27

10:00 pm-9:30 am

1 stop15h 30m

Los Angeles

Sat 6/7

7:00 am-7:15 am

1 stop20h 15m

$498

Sao PauloLas Vegas

GRU - LAS

GRULAS

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Mon 6/9

6:40 am-12:25 am

2 stops21h 45m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 6/16

10:20 pm-2:15 am

2 stops23h 55m

$544

Sao PauloLos Angeles

GRU - LAX

GRULAX

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Wed 10/1

9:00 pm-4:08 pm

2 stops23h 08m

Los Angeles

Wed 10/8

6:00 am-9:40 am

2 stops23h 40m

$552

Sao PauloSan Francisco

GRU - SFO

GRUSFO

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Wed 10/1

9:00 pm-7:51 pm

1 stop26h 51m

San Francisco

Wed 10/15

8:31 am-9:40 am

2 stops21h 09m

$553

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Best time to book a flight from Sao Paulo to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sao Paulo to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sao Paulo to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sao Paulo to California (average of $246). Flying from Sao Paulo 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 SAO to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Sao Paulo 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 May 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sao Paulo 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 May 1, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Sao Paulo to California, see what other customers have to say about 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
777 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
Azul
8.0
Very good
777 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
777 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
777 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,767 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
777 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,415 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
777 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,698 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
777 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sao Paulo to California one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Avianca. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $260. Users have also found prices from $262 and $266 on Copa Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Sao Paulo to California?

    The most popular route from Sao Paulo to California is Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl - Los Angeles. You may also consider Sao Paulo Viracopos - Los Angeles or Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sao Paulo to California?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Sao Paulo to California consider choosing LATAM Airlines Brasil (74%), Japan Airlines (74%) or LATAM Airlines (74%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to California?

    On average you can expect to pay $715 for a flight from Sao Paulo to California. The cheapest flight overall is $342 while the most popular route, (Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $432.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sao Paulo to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sao Paulo to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sao Paulo to California?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sao Paulo to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sao Paulo to California 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 Sao Paulo to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sao Paulo to California (average of $246). Flying from Sao Paulo 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.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Sao Paulo to California

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Sao Paulo 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$311Average$707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$317Average$804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
AviancaCheapest$431Average$725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$441Average$1,040FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
GOLCheapest$481Average$647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
DeltaCheapest$481Average$761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$482Average$816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$569Average$1,039FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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