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$318+ Cheap flights from Sao Paulo, Brazil (SAO) to California

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SAO — LAX
May 21 — May 281
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Cheap flight deals from Sao Paulo to California

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 April 21, 2026.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/45:00 am
GRU
-
SAN
1 stop17h 30m
Copa Airlines
Wed 5/2710:00 pm
SAN
-
GRU
1 stop22h 10m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/20$581
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Tue 5/511:45 pm
GRU
-
SAN
2 stops22h 54m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 5/106:15 am
SAN
-
GRU
2 stops19h 15m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/19$592
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Tue 5/511:45 pm
GRU
-
SAN
2 stops22h 54m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 5/1210:49 am
SAN
-
GRU
2 stops28h 51m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/19$594
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2110:15 am
GRU
-
SAN
2 stops27h 24m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 5/281:50 pm
SAN
-
GRU
2 stops22h 25m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/20$597
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Tue 5/511:45 pm
GRU
-
SAN
2 stops22h 54m
LATAM Airlines
Mon 5/111:50 pm
SAN
-
GRU
2 stops26h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/19$604
This CVC Viagens deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 CVC Viagens is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/108:50 am
GRU
-
SAN
2 stops28h 49m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 5/2710:25 pm
SAN
-
GRU
2 stops30h 25m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/18$630
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/143:15 am
GRU
-
SAN
1 stop19h 15m
Copa Airlines
Fri 11/68:16 pm
SAN
-
GRU
1 stop19h 34m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/20$631
This CVC Viagens deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 CVC Viagens is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/18:30 pm
GRU
-
SAN
2 stops27h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 5/1010:25 pm
SAN
-
GRU
2 stops30h 25m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/16$632
This CVC Viagens deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 CVC Viagens is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/48:30 pm
GRU
-
SAN
2 stops26h 09m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 5/2710:25 pm
SAN
-
GRU
2 stops30h 25m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/17$633
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Mon 6/18:30 pm
GRU
-
SAN
1 stop31h 12m
Delta
Fri 6/196:15 am
SAN
-
GRU
2 stops19h 05m
Delta
Deal found 4/17$635
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 GOL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/111:15 pm
GRU
-
SAN
1 stop16h 03m
GOL
Mon 6/2212:36 pm
SAN
-
GRU
1 stop37h 19m
GOL
Deal found 4/16$643
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/1511:40 am
GRU
-
LAX
1 stop24h 54m
LATAM Airlines
Mon 6/229:30 pm
LAX
-
GRU
1 stop14h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/21$656

Find flight deals from Sao Paulo to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sao Paulo to California flight deals. Data was last updated April 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$581
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$318
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$611

Good round-trip deal

$801 or less

Good one-way deal

$724 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Sao Paulo (SAO)-Los Angeles flight deals.
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From Sao Paulo (SAO) to California
One-way flight from Sao Paulo (SAO) to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($64 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sao Paulo (SAO) to California.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sao Paulo (SAO) to California.

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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 April 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sao Paulo to California that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Sao PauloSan Diego

GRU - SAN

GRUSAN

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 6/2

2:00 am-6:40 pm

1 stop20h 40m

San Diego

Sun 6/7

10:00 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$581

Sao PauloSan Diego

GRU - SAN

GRUSAN

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Sat 5/9

1:30 am-6:30 pm

1 stop21h 00m

San Diego

Wed 5/27

10:00 pm-12:10 am

1 stop22h 10m

$581

Sao PauloSan Diego

GRU - SAN

GRUSAN

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Sat 5/9

1:30 am-6:30 pm

1 stop21h 00m

San Diego

Mon 5/25

10:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop22h 30m

$581

Sao PauloSan Diego

GRU - SAN

GRUSAN

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Thu 5/14

3:15 am-6:30 pm

1 stop19h 15m

San Diego

Fri 11/6

8:16 pm-12:15 am

1 stop22h 59m

$631

Sao PauloSan Diego

GRU - SAN

GRUSAN

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 9/1

1:30 am-6:30 pm

1 stop21h 00m

San Diego

Wed 9/30

9:03 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop19h 47m

$681

Sao PauloSan Diego

GRU - SAN

GRUSAN

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Sun 9/13

3:15 am-6:30 pm

1 stop19h 15m

San Diego

Mon 9/21

9:03 pm-12:30 am

1 stop23h 27m

$681

Sao PauloLos Angeles

GRU - LAX

GRULAX

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Mon 6/15

2:00 am-11:22 pm

1 stop25h 22m

Los Angeles

Fri 6/19

2:02 am-4:10 am

1 stop22h 08m

$681

Sao PauloLos Angeles

GRU - LAX

GRULAX

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Wed 5/27

5:00 am-11:19 pm

1 stop22h 19m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/31

2:02 am-12:30 am

1 stop18h 28m

$681

Sao PauloLos Angeles

GRU - LAX

GRULAX

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 6/2

11:10 am-11:22 pm

1 stop16h 12m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/8

2:02 am-8:50 pm

1 stop14h 48m

$681

Sao PauloLos Angeles

GRU - LAX

GRULAX

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 6/2

5:45 pm-7:45 am

1 stop18h 00m

Los Angeles

Tue 6/9

9:30 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops18h 15m

$693

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sao Paulo to California (average of $555). Flying from Sao Paulo to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $952). 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 April 21, 2026.

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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sao Paulo to California?

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 21, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,Copa Airlines, andLATAM Airlines from Sao Paulo to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sao Paulo to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Sao Paulo to California?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sao Paulo to California in 18h. Fly via Copa Airlines, Delta, or GOL to get the fastest option. There are 6159 mi between Sao Paulo and California. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $231. Users have also found prices from $266 and $271 on United Airlines and American Airlines, respectively.

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

  • 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 Delta (60%), LATAM Airlines Brasil (55%) or Japan Airlines (55%) 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 $922 for a flight from Sao Paulo to California. The cheapest flight overall is $629 while the most popular route, (Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $681.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sao Paulo to California (average of $555). Flying from Sao Paulo to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $952). 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 Sao Paulo to California

Discover the top 7 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 April 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$307Average$745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
GOLCheapest$310Average$762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$322Average$714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$440Average$537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$441Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$452Average$839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$459Average$778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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