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$353+ Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (RIO) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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 8/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIO — LAX
Aug 12 — Aug 191
Wed 8/12
Wed 8/19
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 13, 2026.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/197:05 am
GIG
-
LAX
1 stop15h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 8/2611:35 am
LAX
-
GIG
1 stop24h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/8$626
This ViajaNet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 ViajaNet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/241:40 pm
GIG
-
LAX
1 stop22h 05m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 10/411:35 am
LAX
-
GIG
1 stop25h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/9$637
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. 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 8/261:25 am
GIG
-
LAX
2 stops20h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/82:19 am
LAX
-
GIG
1 stop18h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11$638
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/35:10 am
GIG
-
LAX
1 stop22h 05m
Copa Airlines
Tue 9/812:06 pm
LAX
-
GIG
1 stop32h 19m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/8$639
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/87:20 am
GIG
-
LAX
2 stops19h 20m
Avianca
Wed 10/211:00 am
LAX
-
GIG
2 stops19h 30m
Avianca
Deal found 7/10$641
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/57:30 am
GIG
-
LAX
2 stops19h 30m
Avianca
Mon 2/111:20 pm
LAX
-
GIG
2 stops20h 20m
Avianca
Deal found 7/9$643
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 8/118:20 am
GIG
-
LAX
2 stops26h 50m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 8/253:55 pm
LAX
-
GIG
1 stop16h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/10$644
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/17:20 am
GIG
-
LAX
2 stops19h 20m
Avianca
Tue 9/82:40 pm
LAX
-
GIG
3 stops20h 55m
Avianca
Deal found 7/10$647
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/2312:50 pm
GIG
-
LAX
1 stop22h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 8/3011:35 am
LAX
-
GIG
1 stop24h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/9$648
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. 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.
Wed 8/196:15 am
SDU
-
LAX
2 stops19h 30m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 8/261:55 pm
LAX
-
SDU
1 stop14h 40m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/11$665
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/198:10 pm
SDU
-
LAX
1 stop15h 30m
Delta
Wed 8/2611:35 am
LAX
-
SDU
2 stops21h 35m
Delta
Deal found 7/9$756
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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.
Wed 7/291:30 pm
SDU
-
LAX
1 stop21h 40m
LATAM Airlines
Mon 8/1010:59 am
LAX
-
SDU
2 stops23h 41m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/10$766

Find flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rio de Janeiro (RIO) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 13, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$626
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$353
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$981
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles 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 July 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 9/3

5:10 am-11:15 pm

1 stop22h 05m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/8

12:06 pm-12:25 am

1 stop32h 19m

$639

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 9/11

5:10 am-10:58 pm

1 stop21h 48m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/29

12:06 pm-12:25 am

1 stop32h 19m

$640

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 8/27

10:10 pm-2:19 pm

2 stops20h 09m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/9

10:42 am-8:20 am

2 stops17h 38m

$655

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 8/25

8:15 pm-5:13 pm

2 stops24h 58m

Los Angeles

Mon 8/31

8:00 am-8:20 am

1 stop20h 20m

$658

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 9/9

5:10 am-10:58 pm

1 stop21h 48m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/28

10:04 pm-12:25 am

1 stop22h 21m

$660

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 8/8

2:45 pm-9:25 am

2 stops22h 40m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/16

6:25 am-8:20 am

1 stop21h 55m

$671

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 9/3

8:15 pm-6:31 pm

2 stops26h 16m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/8

8:00 am-8:20 am

1 stop20h 20m

$671

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

GIG - LAX

GIGLAX

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 9/15

8:15 pm-12:25 am

2 stops32h 10m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/29

7:51 am-8:20 am

1 stop20h 29m

$672

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

SDU - LAX

SDULAX

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 8/19

8:10 pm-7:40 am

1 stop15h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 8/26

11:35 am-1:10 pm

2 stops21h 35m

$756

Rio de JaneiroLos Angeles

SDU - LAX

SDULAX

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 10/26

1:45 pm-9:48 am

2 stops24h 03m

Los Angeles

Wed 11/4

1:04 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops22h 41m

$853

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Compare providers for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles

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 Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BusinessClassPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Rio de Janeiro-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Rio de Janeiro-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Rio de Janeiro-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Rio de Janeiro-Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Rio de Janeiro-Los Angeles 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 Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Los Angeles from Rio de Janeiro with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles (average of $194). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of $527). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Houston (IAH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 80% of 1-stop itineraries from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Houston (IAH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $491.

What’s the fastest layover option from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Panama City (PTY) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 15h 53m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Panama City (PTY) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 07m.

How often are flights from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles delayed?

About 0% of weekly flights between Rio de Janeiro and Los Angeles have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 0 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

The price you pay for your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 14 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated July 13, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,Copa Airlines, andLATAM Airlines from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,463 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

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
Delta
7.8
Good
8,463 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,463 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

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
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,559 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,463 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

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
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,954 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,463 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

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 Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles. 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 into for flights to Los Angeles from Rio de Janeiro?

    Located just 9.4 mi from the city center, Los Angeles is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Los Angeles from Rio de Janeiro. Booking flights from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles (LAX) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Rio de Janeiro from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles?

    For as low as $756, LATAM Airlines can have you in Los Angeles from Rio de Janeiro in 15h 30m. Rio de Janeiro and Los Angeles are separated by a distance of 6304 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $279, Copa Airlines will fly you from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles and back. In addition to Copa Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $487 and $490, respectively. Copa Airlines is 60% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $374. Users have also found prices from $374 and $426 on United Airlines and GOL, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles 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 Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles (average of $194). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of $527). 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 5 airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles. 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 July 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$279Average$724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$487Average$852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$490Average$571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$538Average$805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$595Average$647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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