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$378+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 11/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — GIG
Dec 10 — Dec 171
Wed 12/10
Wed 12/17
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$630
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$378
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$822
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 10, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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.
Wed 11/1912:45 pmLAX - GIG
1 stop14h 50mLATAM Airlines
Sat 11/2210:20 amGIG - LAX
1 stop24h 55mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/8$667
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 11/1210:30 amLAX - GIG
1 stop25h 15mLATAM Airlines
Thu 11/133:20 amGIG - LAX
1 stop32h 00mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/8$671
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 11/1412:45 pmLAX - GIG
1 stop25h 00mLATAM Airlines
Wed 11/1911:50 amGIG - LAX
1 stop23h 25mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/8$707
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 12/1010:30 amLAX - GIG
1 stop25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/31:45 amGIG - LAX
2 stops25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$741
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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.
Fri 12/52:05 pmLAX - GIG
1 stop16h 30mLATAM Airlines
Thu 12/116:55 pmGIG - LAX
1 stop16h 25mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/9$745
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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.
Tue 12/912:52 amLAX - GIG
2 stops25h 23mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/2910:55 pmGIG - LAX
1 stop29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/8$747

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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 November 10, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Sun 2/8

11:12 am-8:20 am

1 stop16h 08m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 2/14

6:00 pm-6:20 am

2 stops41h 20m

$776

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Sun 2/8

11:12 am-8:20 am

1 stop16h 08m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 2/14

9:30 pm-9:39 am

1 stop17h 09m

$781

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Fri 1/16

8:25 am-8:20 am

1 stop18h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 1/23

7:15 am-6:00 pm

1 stop15h 45m

$820

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Tue 1/13

8:25 am-8:20 am

1 stop18h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 1/23

7:15 am-6:00 pm

1 stop15h 45m

$820

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Wed 1/14

7:20 am-8:20 am

1 stop20h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 1/20

5:40 pm-6:50 am

1 stop18h 10m

$820

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Tue 1/13

11:55 am-10:15 am

1 stop17h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 1/20

5:40 pm-6:50 am

1 stop18h 10m

$820

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Wed 1/14

12:20 pm-8:20 am

1 stop15h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 1/23

7:15 am-6:00 pm

1 stop15h 45m

$820

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Fri 1/30

7:45 am-10:15 am

1 stop21h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 2/14

9:30 pm-9:39 am

1 stop17h 09m

$831

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Mon 1/12

7:45 am-10:15 am

1 stop21h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 1/21

9:30 pm-9:39 am

1 stop17h 09m

$831

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Tue 1/13

11:55 am-10:15 am

1 stop17h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 1/21

9:30 pm-11:00 am

1 stop18h 30m

$831

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Los Angeles-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Los Angeles-Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl from Los Angeles with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Price data was last updated on November 7, 2025.

Booking 20 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $489). Flying from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $783). 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 LAX to GIG?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 10, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 11% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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

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

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

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 November 10, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Copa Airlines, and LATAM Airlines from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,004 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,004 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,004 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,004 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,870 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,004 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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.
GOL
7.3
Good
1,127 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,004 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,004 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    Located just 9.4 mi from the city center, Los Angeles is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl from Los Angeles. Booking flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl from 6 different airlines.

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

    LATAM Airlines and Delta can get you from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in just under 16h 08m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Los Angeles and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport are separated by a distance of 6296 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, with prices starting at $508. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Copa Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $518 and $573, respectively. Delta is currently priced 40% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Flights departing from Los Angeles and landing in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport layover in Panama City most frequently.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Panama City?

    Most Panama City visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, and Panama Canal. Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, and Panama Canal can be accessed by traveling approximately 13.2 mi, 14.7 mi, and 15.1 mi, respectively from Panama City Tocumen Intl. Travelers can rent a car at Panama City Tocumen Intl for an average daily rate of $9 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights?

    Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights have a layover in Miami the least frequently.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $489). Flying from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $783). 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 6 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 10, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$508Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$518Average$777FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$573Average$848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$576Average$889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
GOLCheapest$608Average$885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$669Average$1,080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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