Rio de Janeiro

$304+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 8/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — RIO
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro are usually found in January or November, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO). 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 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$733
(oojo)

One-way from

$304
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$951
From Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($32 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($33 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2711:30 amLAX - SDU
2 stops18h 05mLATAM Airlines
Sun 8/315:50 pmSDU - LAX
2 stops41h 55mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/1$733
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/810:34 amLAX - GIG
3 stops33h 56mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/299:10 pmGIG - LAX
3 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$733
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/87:30 amLAX - SDU
2 stops26h 50mAir Canada
Mon 9/297:55 amSDU - LAX
2 stops31h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 7/1$734
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/162:01 amLAX - SDU
2 stops30h 59mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/245:40 pmSDU - LAX
3 stops34h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$735
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Mon 10/136:00 amLAX - GIG
1 stop22h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/2611:00 pmGIG - LAX
2 stops20h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$735
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Tue 9/22:50 pmLAX - GIG
3 stops29h 35mAvianca
Mon 9/81:30 amGIG - LAX
2 stops40h 00mAvianca
Deal found 7/2$736
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Tue 9/29:25 pmLAX - GIG
2 stops21h 05mLATAM Airlines
Tue 9/99:30 amGIG - LAX
1 stop24h 55mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/2$738
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Thu 10/2311:30 amLAX - SDU
2 stops22h 10mDelta
Thu 11/68:05 pmSDU - LAX
1 stop14h 55mDelta
Deal found 7/3$781

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro that are best for you.

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Los Angeles

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Rio de Janeiro

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Return

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Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - SDU

LAXSDU

Los Angeles

Wed 8/27

11:30 am-9:35 am

2 stops18h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 8/31

5:50 pm-7:45 am

2 stops41h 55m

$733

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Mon 9/8

10:34 am-12:30 am

3 stops33h 56m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 9/29

9:10 pm-11:10 pm

3 stops30h 00m

$733

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - SDU

LAXSDU

Los Angeles

Mon 9/8

7:30 am-2:20 pm

2 stops26h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 9/29

7:55 am-11:05 am

2 stops31h 10m

$734

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Mon 10/13

10:30 am-8:20 am

1 stop17h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 10/20

7:00 pm-9:31 am

2 stops18h 31m

$735

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - SDU

LAXSDU

Los Angeles

Sat 8/16

2:01 am-1:00 pm

2 stops30h 59m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 8/24

5:40 pm-11:58 pm

3 stops34h 18m

$735

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Tue 9/2

2:50 pm-12:25 am

3 stops29h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 9/8

1:30 am-1:30 pm

2 stops40h 00m

$736

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Tue 9/2

9:25 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops21h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 9/9

9:30 am-6:25 am

1 stop24h 55m

$738

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - SDU

LAXSDU

Los Angeles

Thu 10/23

11:30 am-1:40 pm

2 stops22h 10m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 11/6

8:05 pm-6:00 am

1 stop14h 55m

$781

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - SDU

LAXSDU

Los Angeles

Tue 8/26

2:01 am-8:40 am

2 stops26h 39m

$304

Los AngelesRio de Janeiro

LAX - GIG

LAXGIG

Los Angeles

Wed 8/20

2:01 am-9:00 am

2 stops26h 59m

$304

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

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

Booking 43 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. 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?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro (average of $755). Flying from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro 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 LAX to RIO?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 July 3, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 12% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro?

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro. 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. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, LATAM Airlines, and Copa Airlines from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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. 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?

    Los Angeles (LAX) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro. You should not have trouble finding flights to Rio de Janeiro from Los Angeles; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Rio de Janeiro per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights from the Los Angeles airport to Rio de Janeiro. It is only a 9.4 mi journey to Los Angeles (LAX) from Los Angeles’s city center.

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

    According to our current data, LATAM Airlines ($733), Air Canada ($734), and American Airlines ($735) offers the cheapest pricing from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro. These flights start at 7% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Avianca, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $320. However, be on the lookout for offers from LATAM Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro for a low price.

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

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

    Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, and World of Coca-Cola are the most popular attractions in Atlanta if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, and World of Coca-Cola can be accessed by traveling approximately 8.6 mi, 9.3 mi, and 8.6 mi, respectively from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. Those looking to explore during their layover in Atlanta can rent a car from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson for about $47 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Miami?

    Most Miami visitors opt to spend their time at Wynwood Art District, Bayfront Park, and Bayside Marketplace. Wynwood Art District, Bayfront Park and Bayside Marketplace are located about 5.5 mi, 6.4 mi, and 6.4 mi, respectively from Miami if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers in need of a car in Miami can rent one for about $22 per day.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro (average of $755). Flying from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro 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 6 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$507Average$768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$514Average$812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$543Average$1,045FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$545Average$833FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$598Average$1,067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
GOLCheapest$628Average$864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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