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$321+ Cheap flights from California to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (RIO)

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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — RIO
Dec 5 — Dec 121
Fri 12/5
Fri 12/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Rio de Janeiro

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Rio de Janeiro flight deals. Data was last updated November 5, 2025.

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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$587
(LATAM Airlines)

One-way from

$321
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$703
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Cheapest flights from California to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 5, 2025.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 11/1912:51 amLAS - GIG
1 stop18h 39mCopa Airlines
Wed 12/39:55 amGIG - LAS
1 stop17h 34mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/4$588
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 11/512:50 pmLAS - GIG
1 stop15h 35mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/1310:15 pmGIG - LAS
1 stop18h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/4$601
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Mon 11/105:20 amLAS - GIG
2 stops23h 15mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/139:55 pmGIG - LAS
2 stops26h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/4$605
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Fri 11/76:57 pmLAS - GIG
1 stop33h 38mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/139:55 pmGIG - LAS
2 stops26h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/4$614
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 11/1012:50 pmLAS - GIG
1 stop15h 35mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/1711:55 pmGIG - LAS
1 stop23h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/4$620
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Sat 11/89:47 amLAS - SDU
2 stops21h 03mLATAM Airlines
Thu 11/138:05 pmSDU - LAS
2 stops21h 51mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/4$623
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Thu 11/206:00 amLAS - GIG
2 stops34h 40mLATAM Airlines
Tue 11/2512:30 pmGIG - LAS
2 stops29h 26mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/4$637
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 11/4. 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 12/97:35 pmGIG - LAX
1 stop15h 45mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/4$666
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1710:55 pmLAX - GIG
1 stop28h 25mLATAM Airlines
Wed 11/193:25 amGIG - LAX
1 stop31h 55mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/4$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 11/4. 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.
Sat 11/812:50 pmLAX - GIG
1 stop15h 35mLATAM Airlines
Wed 11/1212:40 pmGIG - LAX
1 stop22h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/4$672

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Rio de Janeiro 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 5, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Rio de Janeiro that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Rio de Janeiro

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Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasRio de Janeiro

LAS - GIG

LASGIG

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 11/19

12:51 am-12:30 am

1 stop18h 39m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 12/3

9:55 am-10:29 pm

1 stop17h 34m

$588

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

8:25 am-2:20 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 3/17

11:25 am-9:39 pm

2 stops38h 14m

$670

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

Wed 12/10

9:55 am-10:29 pm

1 stop17h 34m

$696

San DiegoRio de Janeiro

SAN - GIG

SANGIG

San Diego

Mon 3/9

12:40 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops20h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 3/18

8:00 pm-11:53 am

1 stop19h 53m

$704

Las VegasRio de Janeiro

LAS - GIG

LASGIG

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 3/24

11:55 am-7:20 am

1 stop15h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 3/26

9:30 pm-10:25 am

1 stop16h 55m

$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

Las VegasRio de Janeiro

LAS - SDU

LASSDU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 3/23

12:35 am-9:25 am

2 stops28h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 3/26

2:00 pm-12:38 pm

2 stops26h 38m

$780

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Mon 2/2

9:05 am-10:15 am

1 stop20h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 2/7

9:30 pm-12:11 pm

1 stop19h 41m

$781

San FranciscoRio de Janeiro

SFO - SDU

SFOSDU

San Francisco

Mon 3/9

8:16 am-4:55 pm

2 stops28h 39m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 3/17

8:25 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops30h 45m

$795

Las VegasRio de Janeiro

LAS - GIG

LASGIG

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 12/22

12:59 am-9:35 am

1 stop27h 36m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 12/29

9:55 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop30h 35m

$810

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Rio de Janeiro (average of $370). Flying from California to Rio de Janeiro 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 RIO?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Rio de Janeiro. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 5, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from California to Rio de Janeiro in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 30% 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?

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

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

Related info for your journey

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

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

    There are many flights that can get you from California to Rio de Janeiro in 15h 25m. Fly via Copa Airlines, Air Canada, or Delta to get the fastest option. California and Rio de Janeiro are separated by a distance of 6202 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $387 on GOL. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Avianca from $389 and Delta from $399 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Rio de Janeiro?

    The most popular route from California to Rio de Janeiro is Los Angeles - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. You may also consider San Francisco - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl or Los Angeles - Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.

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

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

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

    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.

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Rio de Janeiro (average of $370). Flying from California to Rio de Janeiro 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

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from California to Rio de Janeiro. 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 5, 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$1,023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
GOLCheapest$608Average$885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$669Average$1,213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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