Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

$291+ Cheap flights from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Brazil (GIG)

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LAX — GIG
Aug 5 — Aug 121
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Cheap flight deals from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$636
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$291
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$933
From California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
One-way flight from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($42 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($33 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/151:25 pmLAX - GIG
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/253:55 pmGIG - LAX
2 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$636
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/144:15 pmLAX - GIG
1 stop37h 25mLATAM Airlines
Sun 8/178:40 amGIG - LAX
1 stop26h 20mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/30$653
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/181:25 pmLAX - GIG
2 stops21h 40mAir Canada
Thu 10/23:55 pmGIG - LAX
2 stops31h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 7/30$684
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/302:47 pmLAS - GIG
2 stops21h 33mLATAM Airlines
Tue 11/47:15 amGIG - LAS
2 stops20h 19mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/29$695
This Copa 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/291:00 amLAS - GIG
1 stop19h 25mCopa Airlines
Tue 11/49:55 amGIG - LAS
1 stop17h 34mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/29$750
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Wed 9/311:15 pmLAS - GIG
3 stops30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/198:30 pmGIG - LAS
3 stops28h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$755
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/216:00 amLAS - GIG
1 stop22h 15mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/259:05 pmGIG - LAS
1 stop24h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$762
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/410:00 amLAS - GIG
2 stops18h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/1611:55 pmGIG - LAS
2 stops19h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$766
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Tue 8/262:20 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/29:00 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$794
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/286:15 amSAN - GIG
3 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/176:10 amGIG - SAN
3 stops32h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$795
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Thu 8/212:20 pmSFO - GIG
2 stops36h 00mAvianca
Wed 9/101:30 amGIG - SFO
2 stops25h 15mAvianca
Deal found 7/29$799
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Sat 9/66:15 amSFO - GIG
2 stops28h 55mLATAM Airlines
Fri 9/127:55 pmGIG - SFO
2 stops19h 48mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/31$800

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

Fly from

California

Fly to

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Mon 9/15

7:30 am-1:50 pm

2 stops26h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 9/24

3:55 pm-11:05 am

2 stops23h 10m

$636

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Thu 8/14

4:15 pm-9:40 am

1 stop37h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 8/17

8:40 am-7:00 am

1 stop26h 20m

$653

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Thu 9/18

1:25 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops21h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 10/2

3:55 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops31h 45m

$684

Las VegasRio de Janeiro

LAS - GIG

LASGIG

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 10/30

2:47 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops21h 33m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 11/4

7:15 am-10:34 pm

2 stops20h 19m

$695

Las VegasRio de Janeiro

LAS - GIG

LASGIG

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 10/29

1:00 am-12:25 am

1 stop19h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 11/4

9:55 am-10:29 pm

1 stop17h 34m

$750

Las VegasRio de Janeiro

LAS - GIG

LASGIG

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 9/3

11:15 pm-10:10 am

3 stops30h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 9/19

8:30 pm-9:02 pm

3 stops28h 32m

$755

Las VegasRio de Janeiro

LAS - GIG

LASGIG

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 9/21

6:00 am-8:15 am

1 stop22h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 9/25

9:05 pm-5:52 pm

1 stop24h 47m

$762

Las VegasRio de Janeiro

LAS - GIG

LASGIG

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 11/4

10:00 am-9:25 am

2 stops18h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 11/16

11:55 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops19h 30m

$766

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Tue 8/26

2:20 pm-6:20 am

2 stops36h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 9/2

9:00 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops21h 50m

$794

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Thu 8/28

6:15 am-9:15 pm

3 stops35h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 9/17

6:10 am-11:03 am

3 stops32h 53m

$795

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $755). Flying from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,290). 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 CA to GIG?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

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How much does it cost to fly round-trip from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. 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 Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, LATAM Airlines, and Copa Airlines from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport are LATAM Airlines ($319), Avianca ($334), and Copa Airlines ($424).

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $755). Flying from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,290). 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 California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$477Average$847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$507Average$1,174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$514Average$1,102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$524Average$1,166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$536Average$890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
GOLCheapest$628Average$864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
AviancaCheapest$693Average$870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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