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$334+ Cheap flights from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Brazil (GIG)

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 3/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — GIG
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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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 September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$562
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$334
(Avianca)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$737
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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 September 16, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 11/1312:30 pmLAS - GIG
1 stop14h 50mLATAM Airlines
Tue 11/187:35 pmGIG - LAS
2 stops22h 21mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/14$562
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 10/297:00 amLAS - GIG
1 stop21h 25mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/511:55 pmGIG - LAS
1 stop23h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$580
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3111:35 amLAX - GIG
1 stop25h 15mDelta
Sat 11/87:45 amGIG - LAX
2 stops27h 30mDelta
Deal found 9/16$582
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/182:30 pmLAX - GIG
1 stop16h 05mLATAM Airlines
Tue 11/255:05 pmGIG - LAX
1 stop18h 10mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/16$586
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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
Wed 11/51:30 amGIG - LAS
1 stop25h 59mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/15$588
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 11/57:45 amLAX - GIG
2 stops26h 25mAir Canada
Wed 11/123:55 pmGIG - LAX
2 stops24h 49mAir Canada
Deal found 9/14$591
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/309:15 pmLAX - GIG
2 stops20h 30mLATAM Airlines
Sat 11/811:50 amGIG - LAX
1 stop23h 25mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/16$592
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/319:35 amLAX - GIG
2 stops22h 00mLATAM Airlines
Sat 11/811:30 amGIG - LAX
2 stops23h 45mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/16$596
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Fri 9/2610:45 pmLAS - GIG
2 stops36h 25mDelta
Mon 10/139:00 pmGIG - LAS
1 stop25h 46mDelta
Deal found 9/15$600
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/182:30 pmLAX - GIG
1 stop16h 05mLATAM Airlines
Mon 11/246:45 amGIG - LAX
2 stops21h 43mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/16$602
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sun 11/169:21 amLAS - GIG
2 stops21h 14mLATAM Airlines
Sun 11/239:30 pmGIG - LAS
2 stops20h 26mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/14$605
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Mon 11/178:30 amLAS - GIG
2 stops20h 35mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/2411:55 pmGIG - LAS
1 stop16h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$607

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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.

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Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Fri 10/31

11:35 am-4:50 pm

1 stop25h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 11/8

7:45 am-6:15 am

2 stops27h 30m

$582

Las VegasRio de Janeiro

LAS - GIG

LASGIG

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 10/29

11:13 am-10:15 am

1 stop19h 02m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 11/5

11:55 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop29h 04m

$582

Las VegasRio de Janeiro

LAS - GIG

LASGIG

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 10/28

1:00 am-4:00 am

1 stop23h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 11/4

1:30 am-10:29 pm

1 stop25h 59m

$588

Las VegasRio de Janeiro

LAS - GIG

LASGIG

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 9/28

7:10 am-10:15 am

1 stop23h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 10/13

9:00 pm-6:46 pm

1 stop25h 46m

$600

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Tue 10/28

8:45 am-4:45 pm

2 stops28h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 11/11

3:55 pm-10:32 am

2 stops23h 37m

$632

Las VegasRio de Janeiro

LAS - GIG

LASGIG

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 10/22

6:06 am-8:15 am

1 stop22h 09m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 10/28

8:55 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop24h 55m

$650

Las VegasRio de Janeiro

LAS - GIG

LASGIG

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 10/30

8:50 am-8:25 am

1 stop19h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 11/6

10:15 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$680

Las VegasRio de Janeiro

LAS - GIG

LASGIG

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 10/29

11:02 pm-4:00 am

2 stops24h 58m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 11/4

1:30 am-10:29 pm

1 stop25h 59m

$709

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Wed 11/12

6:15 am-4:20 pm

2 stops29h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 11/16

9:30 pm-9:57 am

1 stop17h 27m

$716

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Wed 10/29

9:07 pm-12:25 am

1 stop23h 18m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 11/4

1:30 am-5:03 pm

1 stop20h 33m

$728

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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 September 16, 2025.

When flying from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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  • How long is the flight from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Departing from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport will take you 19h 02m. There are 6202 mi between California and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 Avianca ($334), LATAM Airlines ($362), and Delta ($363).

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

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, San Francisco - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl or Ontario - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl when deciding on the best route from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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 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

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$392Average$743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$477Average$927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$503Average$1,155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$508Average$1,101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$533Average$900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$598Average$1,165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
GOLCheapest$613Average$887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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