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$328+ 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 1/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — GIG
Dec 3 — Dec 101
Wed 12/3
Wed 12/10
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

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One-way from

$328
(FlightHub)

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$703
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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 November 3, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/47:00 amLAS - GIG
1 stop21h 25mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/1111:55 pmGIG - LAS
1 stop23h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/2$620
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/72:30 pmLAX - GIG
1 stop26h 10mLATAM Airlines
Sun 11/96:55 amGIG - LAX
1 stop28h 25mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/2$636
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2912:50 pmLAX - GIG
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/59:30 pmGIG - LAX
2 stops31h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$647
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/32:05 pmLAX - GIG
1 stop21h 25mLATAM Airlines
Tue 12/912:25 pmGIG - LAX
1 stop22h 55mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/1$666
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1012:45 pmLAX - GIG
1 stop14h 40mLATAM Airlines
Fri 11/147:15 amGIG - LAX
1 stop15h 45mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 10/31$667
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/257:15 amLAS - GIG
1 stop20h 05mLATAM Airlines
Sun 11/309:30 pmGIG - LAS
1 stop25h 53mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/2$669
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1010:30 amLAX - GIG
1 stop25h 20mLATAM Airlines
Sun 11/1610:10 amGIG - LAX
1 stop25h 10mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/1$671
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2912:50 pmLAX - GIG
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/48:45 pmGIG - LAX
2 stops20h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$683
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/112:50 pmLAX - GIG
1 stop30h 40mLATAM Airlines
Mon 12/83:10 pmGIG - LAX
1 stop20h 05mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/1$687
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2912:50 pmLAX - GIG
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/125:15 pmGIG - LAX
2 stops33h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1$688
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/112:30 pmLAX - GIG
1 stop26h 10mLATAM Airlines
Sun 11/167:45 amGIG - LAX
1 stop27h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/1$689
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/62:30 pmLAX - GIG
1 stop26h 10mLATAM Airlines
Fri 11/73:30 amGIG - LAX
2 stops19h 30mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/2$693

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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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Las VegasRio de Janeiro

LAS - GIG

LASGIG

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 3/24

6:00 am-7:20 am

1 stop21h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 3/26

5:15 am-11:23 pm

2 stops22h 08m

$587

Las VegasRio de Janeiro

LAS - GIG

LASGIG

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 12/2

12:51 am-12:30 am

1 stop18h 39m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 12/11

9:55 am-10:29 pm

1 stop17h 34m

$696

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Tue 3/3

1:06 am-12:30 am

1 stop18h 24m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 3/18

1:40 am-1:05 pm

1 stop15h 25m

$718

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Tue 3/3

1:01 am-12:30 am

1 stop18h 29m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 3/11

10:10 am-11:29 pm

1 stop17h 19m

$718

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Mon 3/2

12:55 am-9:35 am

1 stop27h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 3/9

8:55 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$741

Las VegasRio de Janeiro

LAS - GIG

LASGIG

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 3/24

11:30 am-8:00 am

1 stop16h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 3/26

10:55 pm-3:04 pm

1 stop20h 09m

$762

Las VegasRio de Janeiro

LAS - GIG

LASGIG

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 3/26

11:24 am-10:15 am

1 stop18h 51m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 4/6

11:00 pm-8:01 pm

1 stop25h 01m

$762

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Thu 3/26

12:19 pm-8:00 am

1 stop15h 41m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 4/1

10:00 am-11:26 pm

1 stop17h 26m

$779

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - GIG

SFOGIG

San Francisco

Wed 12/3

10:52 pm-8:55 am

2 stops29h 03m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 12/10

9:30 pm-2:36 pm

2 stops22h 06m

$785

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Wed 1/14

7:45 am-8:20 am

2 stops19h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 1/20

5:40 pm-6:50 am

1 stop18h 10m

$825

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $370). Flying from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $778). 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 November 3, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 38% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

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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 18h 39m. 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 LATAM Airlines ($376), Air Canada ($391), and Delta ($399).

  • 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 San Diego - 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.

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    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?

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $370). Flying from California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $778). 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 California to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover the top 8 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 November 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$392Average$743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$411Average$1,116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$518Average$1,083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$565Average$704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$573Average$1,001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$576Average$924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
GOLCheapest$608Average$885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$669Average$1,213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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