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$252+ Cheap flights from California to Sao Paulo, Brazil (SAO)

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 3/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SAO
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Sao Paulo

Cheapest flights from California to Sao Paulo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Sao Paulo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/410:30 amLAX - GRU
1 stop15h 45mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/1110:25 pmGRU - LAX
1 stop18h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3$500
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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.
Thu 12/49:04 pmLAX - GRU
1 stop18h 46mCopa Airlines
Wed 12/103:10 amGRU - LAX
1 stop24h 34mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/4$508
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1111:05 amLAX - GRU
1 stop14h 25mCopa Airlines
Mon 12/155:25 amGRU - LAX
1 stop22h 19mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/3$573
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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.
Sun 12/710:02 amLAX - GRU
2 stops17h 08mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/911:00 pmGRU - LAX
1 stop18h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/4$590
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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.
Thu 12/1812:45 pmLAS - GRU
1 stop15h 50mLATAM Airlines
Tue 12/2311:45 pmGRU - LAS
1 stop23h 46mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/4$592
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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.
Sun 12/711:59 pmLAX - GRU
1 stop24h 41mLATAM Airlines
Tue 12/911:05 pmGRU - LAX
Nonstop12h 15mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/4$599
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/410:52 amSAN - GRU
2 stops18h 28mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/1110:25 pmGRU - SAN
1 stop27h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3$600
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/48:25 amLAX - GRU
1 stop20h 30mDelta
Thu 12/1111:05 pmGRU - LAX
Nonstop12h 15mDelta
Deal found 12/3$605
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/31:00 pmSFO - GRU
1 stop16h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/109:45 pmGRU - SFO
1 stop19h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$610
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/38:25 amSFO - GRU
2 stops20h 10mLATAM Airlines
Wed 12/1011:45 pmGRU - SFO
2 stops19h 51mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/2$615
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 12/811:28 amLAX - GRU
2 stops15h 37mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/1011:30 pmGRU - LAX
1 stop25h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/4$627
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Thu 12/46:15 amSAN - GRU
1 stop18h 25mLATAM Airlines
Thu 12/1111:05 pmGRU - SAN
1 stop25h 12mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/3$629

Find flight deals from California to Sao Paulo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Sao Paulo flight deals. Data was last updated December 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$500
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$252
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$926

Good round-trip deal

$874 or less

Good one-way deal

$323 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Sao Paulo 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 December 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Sao Paulo that are best for you.

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Route

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Return

Price

Los AngelesSao Paulo

LAX - GRU

LAXGRU

Los Angeles

Sat 5/9

7:10 pm-6:45 am

1 stop31h 35m

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Sat 5/23

10:20 pm-6:58 pm

1 stop24h 38m

$509

Los AngelesSao Paulo

LAX - GRU

LAXGRU

Los Angeles

Sat 2/7

2:15 pm-7:15 am

1 stop36h 00m

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Sat 2/21

10:15 pm-2:26 pm

1 stop21h 11m

$509

Las VegasSao Paulo

LAS - GRU

LASGRU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 1/20

1:02 am-8:50 pm

1 stop14h 48m

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 2/3

5:25 am-10:29 pm

1 stop22h 04m

$530

Los AngelesSao Paulo

LAX - VCP

LAXVCP

Los Angeles

Mon 3/2

6:15 am-7:00 pm

2 stops31h 45m

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Wed 3/11

7:40 pm-6:51 pm

2 stops27h 11m

$532

Los AngelesSao Paulo

LAX - GRU

LAXGRU

Los Angeles

Thu 3/19

2:01 am-12:15 am

1 stop18h 14m

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 3/24

1:40 am-11:29 pm

1 stop25h 49m

$538

Las VegasSao Paulo

LAS - GRU

LASGRU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 4/2

12:45 am-5:40 am

1 stop24h 55m

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 4/14

8:30 am-11:28 pm

2 stops18h 58m

$540

Las VegasSao Paulo

LAS - GRU

LASGRU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 3/29

7:00 am-8:50 am

1 stop21h 50m

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 4/14

8:30 am-11:28 pm

2 stops18h 58m

$540

Las VegasSao Paulo

LAS - GRU

LASGRU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 3/30

7:00 am-8:50 am

1 stop21h 50m

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 4/14

8:30 am-11:28 pm

2 stops18h 58m

$540

Las VegasSao Paulo

LAS - GRU

LASGRU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 3/30

12:45 am-5:40 am

1 stop24h 55m

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Wed 4/15

8:30 am-11:28 pm

2 stops18h 58m

$540

Las VegasSao Paulo

LAS - GRU

LASGRU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 4/2

10:10 am-5:40 am

1 stop15h 30m

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Sat 4/18

8:30 am-11:28 pm

2 stops18h 58m

$543

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Best time to book a flight from California to Sao Paulo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Sao Paulo

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Sao Paulo?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Sao Paulo (average of $348). Flying from California to Sao Paulo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $499). 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 SAO?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Sao Paulo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 4, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 13% on flights from California to Sao Paulo by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Sao Paulo?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Sao Paulo flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings 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 Sao Paulo?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Sao Paulo. 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 Sao Paulo?

    United Airlines, Copa Airlines, and American Airlines can get you from California to Sao Paulo in just under 14h 48m. Your travel time can differ by up to 16h 57m. The distance between California and Sao Paulo is about 6074 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Sao Paulo one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Copa Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $170. Users have also found prices from $174 and $237 on United Airlines and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Sao Paulo?

    When deciding which route to take from California to Sao Paulo consider Los Angeles - Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl, San Francisco - Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl or Los Angeles - Sao Paulo Viracopos as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Sao Paulo?

    Before booking your flight to Sao Paulo from California, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: LATAM Airlines Brasil (85%), Japan Airlines (85%), LATAM Airlines( 85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Sao Paulo?

    On average you can expect to pay $2,184 for a flight from California to Sao Paulo. The cheapest flight overall is $234 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl) is currently priced at $500.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Sao Paulo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Sao Paulo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Sao Paulo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Sao Paulo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Sao Paulo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Sao Paulo 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 Sao Paulo?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Sao Paulo (average of $348). Flying from California to Sao Paulo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $499). 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 Sao Paulo

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from California to Sao Paulo. 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 December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$384Average$692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$405Average$643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$410Average$863FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$460Average$833FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$498Average$868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$524Average$925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air CanadaCheapest$531Average$749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
GOLCheapest$535Average$957FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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