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$335 Find Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro

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Cheapest round-trip
$765
Overall average: $891
Avianca
Fri 4/10Sun 4/26
LAX - GIG • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$335
Typical prices: $406-$595
LATAM Airlines
Wed 5/13
LAX - GIG • 1 stop
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Cheapest • from $765 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 7.9 score
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There are currently no direct flights between Los Angeles and Rio de Janeiro. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $604 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 14h 27m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 8% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro (LAX-RIO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro

Fri, Apr 10 - Sun, Apr 26
Avianca Logo
1:00 am - 12:30 am
LAX
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GIG
19h 30m
2 stops
Avianca Logo
4:40 pm - 12:25 pm
GIG
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LAX
23h 45m
2 stops
$765Avianca
Sun, Apr 12 - Sun, Apr 26
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12:15 am - 12:30 am
LAX
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GIG
20h 15m
2 stops
Avianca Logo
4:40 pm - 12:25 pm
GIG
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LAX
23h 45m
2 stops
$768Avianca
Fri, Apr 10 - Wed, Apr 22
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1:11 am - 1:05 pm
LAX
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GIG
31h 54m
3 stops
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4:40 pm - 10:40 pm
GIG
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LAX
34h 00m
2 stops
$769Multiple Airlines
Sat, May 9 - Sun, May 17
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3:55 pm - 5:20 pm
LAX
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GIG
21h 25m
1 stop
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12:20 pm - 7:45 am
GIG
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LAX
23h 25m
1 stop
$772LATAM Airlines
Sat, May 2 - Wed, May 13
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11:59 pm - 8:15 am
LAX
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GIG
28h 16m
1 stop
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9:05 pm - 11:44 pm
GIG
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LAX
30h 39m
1 stop
$773United Airlines
Wed, May 6 - Mon, May 18
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11:35 am - 4:30 pm
LAX
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GIG
24h 55m
1 stop
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10:15 pm - 7:00 am
GIG
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LAX
36h 45m
2 stops
$775LATAM Airlines
Sun, May 3 - Wed, May 13
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11:35 am - 4:30 pm
LAX
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GIG
24h 55m
1 stop
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5:00 am - 7:00 pm
GIG
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LAX
18h 00m
2 stops
$777LATAM Airlines
Fri, Jun 12 - Fri, Jun 19
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1:50 pm - 1:10 pm
LAX
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SDU
19h 20m
1 stop
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8:15 pm - 7:00 am
SDU
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LAX
14h 45m
1 stop
$807Delta
Wed, May 6 - Tue, May 12
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1:50 pm - 8:35 am
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SDU
14h 45m
1 stop
Delta Logo
8:15 pm - 7:00 pm
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LAX
26h 45m
2 stops
$846Delta
Sat, Sep 12 - Mon, Sep 21
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10:20 pm - 4:45 pm
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SDU
38h 25m
2 stops
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1:45 pm - 11:20 am
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LAX
25h 35m
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$854Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro is November, where tickets cost $725 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and February, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,166 and $957 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 8% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonOctober
Cheapest flight$335
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 15% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 33% increase in price.
Flight from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro-Galeao Airport

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro

  • Can I pre-select my seat when flying with Delta Air Lines from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes, when flying with Delta Air Lines from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro, you can pre-select your seat. Delta offers seat selection options during the booking process or afterwards through their website or mobile app. You can choose your preferred seat based on availability and any applicable fees.

  • Does LATAM Airlines offer any special food on flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro?

    LATAM Airlines offers a variety of special meals on flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro to accommodate passengers' dietary needs and preferences. Examples of special meals include vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, lactose-free, diabetic, low-sodium, and kosher options. Passengers can request these meals in advance during the booking process or by contacting the airline directly.

  • How can I get to the city center after my flight from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro?

    Upon arriving at Rio de Janeiro's Galeão International Airport (GIG), you have several transportation options to reach the city center. The most convenient way is to take a taxi or a rideshare service, such as Uber or 99. Alternatively, you can use the airport's official shuttle service or public buses, which operate regular routes to Downtown Rio de Janeiro.

  • Can I bring my pet when I board LATAM Airlines from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro?

    Upon arriving at Rio de Janeiro's Galeão International Airport, you have several transportation options to reach the city center. The most convenient way is to take a taxi or a rideshare service, such as Uber or 99. Alternatively, you can use the airport's official shuttle service or public buses, which operate regular routes to Downtown Rio de Janeiro.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro was $335 for a one-way ticket and $765 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Los Angeles and Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Los Angeles and on arrival in Rio de Janeiro.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro?

    When flying out of Los Angeles you will be using Los Angeles Los Angeles. You will be landing at one of these airports: Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl or Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Los Angeles and Rio de Janeiro, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Rio de Janeiro from Los Angeles?

    Sao Paulo is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro, Delta or Copa Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro are Delta and Copa Airlines. With an average price for the route of $896 and an overall rating of 7.9, Delta is the most popular choice. Copa Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $948 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Rio de Janeiro from Los Angeles is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Rio de Janeiro with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Rio de Janeiro from Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro

  • For U.S. citizens traveling from Los Angeles (LAX) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO), Brazil typically require a valid passport with at least six months of remaining validity. Brazil has an electronic visa system and requires travelers to apply online to obtain an e-visa before departure.
  • American Airlines offers a range of kid-friendly amenities on flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro. Young travelers can enjoy in-flight entertainment with a selection of movies, TV shows, and games suitable for children. Additionally, American Airlines provides complimentary snacks and meals for kids, ensuring they have a comfortable and enjoyable journey. The airline also offers assistance with baby bassinets, strollers, and car seats - making travel easier for families.
  • Delta Air Lines offers a variety of in-flight entertainment options on flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro. Passengers can enjoy a wide selection of movies, TV shows, music, and games through the seatback screens or personal devices. Delta Studio, the airline's entertainment system, provides an extensive library of content to keep passengers entertained throughout the journey.
  • American Airlines provides assistance to passengers with limited mobility on flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro. They offer services such as wheelchair assistance, priority boarding, and accessible lavatories. Passengers can request assistance during the booking process or by contacting the airline in advance.
  • American Airlines also aids sustainability in travel on flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro through several initiatives. They prioritize fuel efficiency by operating modern, eco-friendly aircraft, and optimizing flight routes. The airline promotes recycling and waste reduction efforts, as well as sustainable sourcing for on-board products.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
DeltaOverall score based on 8288 reviews
7.9Comfort
7.8Entertainment
7.2Food
8.1Boarding
8.5Crew
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I was in first class and literally the men behind me were so aggressively loud I moved myself to economy. This has become so common on Delta - people using audio without headphones, and men on 12am / late night flights drinking and yelling to talk to each other which prevents anyone around them from resting. Pretty crazy to have to move from first to economy (poorer service, less comfort...). Wild wild. Looking into other airlines.

2.0 MediocreIsabella, Mar 2026
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I was in first class and literally the men behind me were so aggressively loud I moved myself to economy. This has become so common on Delta - people using audio without headphones, and men on 12am / late night flights drinking and yelling to talk to each other which prevents anyone around them from resting. Pretty crazy to have to move from first to economy (poorer service, less comfort...). Wild wild. Looking into other airlines.

Flight was delayed by 3-hours and their fix was… complimentary pretzels.

The crew, and fellow passengers, were super gracious and kind. There seemed to be plenty of bin space even though the plane was full. It’s nice to get a glass of wine with dinner in Premiere seating, and there was a lot of food.

Everything I mentioned earlier - the airbus was more comfortable indeed and the experience was further enhanced.

The plane was an older model, so it wasn’t as comfortable as others. The flight attendants were not helpful during onboarding. It was a full flight so there was chaos finding space for baggage.

Awesome! On time flight, early arrival, and a complimentary upgrade!

It was nt delta. It was aeromexo. Service was awful. They served a very small drink and NO snack for a 3hr and 35min flight. Then for the first 30 min of the flight is was talk and talk over head interruption the movie/ show i picked to watch.

Delta One is extraordinary. I fly business when somebody hires me. I just wonder why there is such a chasm between business class and the insanely inhumane and nonsensical coach. The seats are not large enough to fit even my tiny wife. We fly 10% of what we did because we don’t want to pay 5-10 k but for $400 it’s unbearable. It seems like the accountants took over and made stupid decisions. Screw in 20 extra seats and make it so unbearable that people fly 90% less. Just put the damn price up and put some proper chairs in. But business, yay.

Delta’s staff is unmatched. From the gate agents, to the pilots, to the flight attendants… all top of the industry.

The flight was delayed for about 2 hrs. Other than it, it was good.

Flight got delayed; had to go through security three times.

Copa staff at PTY and one particular crew member were unhelpful & rude.

Horrible. No TV or any type of entertainment on board. Passwnger listening to/watching stuff on their own phone with no headphones making it noise and uncomfortable for everyone else, little/tiny food portions, old seats, useless wifi (cant access anything). Horrible exlerience especially it was a lomg distance flight with kids.

There should be a warning regarding the quality of the aircraft on the website as we reserve the tickets. There was no TV or any type of screen onboard. The wifi they offer is good for nothing. Traveling 9 hours straight with kids and no type of entetainment was horrible. I wish I had been informed prior so I could buy a ticket with another airline. The food was a joke too. A very tiny portion per passenger. They also charged $100 per checked bag. With United I used to pay $60. So, fair to say that I wont be flying Copa anymore. Their aircraft was super old, outdated, no entertainment, with nearly no onboard food.

Very strict carry on rules meant most of the plane had to gate check their luggage. As is often the case had things that were broken because of this, but I appreciated not being charged to gate check. Otherwise good flight and great crew once on the plane

I liked the meatloaf the chicken was awful but the plane was on time and got there and the staff was nice.

They were super friendly bumped me up to exit row free of charge, All flight legs were on time

Boarding was quick & efficient; they gave boarding groups due priority; staff & air crew were very cordial and helpful, pleasant flight.

As always, Copa Airlines is great to fly on. The flights are always on time, the staff are pleasant and helpful and it's always a wonderful flying experience.

The flighr attandants were very rude they ignored me didnt offer me anything to drink throughoit the 4 hour flight i feel i was targeted and ignored because i was a darkskin latino man.

Deleted flight made me loose my connection flight now stuck in Atlanta for a day

Apart of Sky miles delta. And they go everywhere in Brazil

There was a mechanical issue with the plane that they had to work on before we could take off. That's fine, by all means, PLEASE make sure the mechanics are functioning properly. What was a problem was the fact that we sat on the tarmac for 4.5 hours without moving, without letting us off the plane, and without climate control and air running through the plane. There was no explanation as to what was going on; they just kept promising that it would be "15 minutes, then we are on our way." At one point, they even switched the entire crew out and told everyone we just needed to wait for new employees to show up. Then, as the 4 hours were not moving, an hour before the full refund, they made a big show about "the flight starting and the doors are locked, so you have to sit down." We didn't move for another 40 minutes; they were just trying to skirt around legalities that entitled us to restitution. When the flight finally was underway, the plane was gigantic but cramped in design, my entertainment screen kept freezing and glitching, and subtitles didn't work, and the crew was passive-aggressive. Terrible flight.

We traveled with two young children, and it was not possible for our family to be seated together. No one offered help or assistance to organize seating so we could sit with our kids. In the end, we managed to find two seats in Economy so I could at least sit with one of them, even though I had originally paid for Comfort+. In summary, I had to downgrade my seat just to be able to sit with one of my children, which was very disappointing

I booked a flight through Kayak to Brazil I have traveled to Brazil several times before Kayak Delta or LATAM never mentioned during the booking or in the pre flight process that the visa requirements to visit Brazil have changed earlier this year. I was unaware of this change and as such never got a visa and was unable to fly from JFK to Sao Paulo Add to this that Delta allowed me to fly from Boston to JFK which they should not have as I didn’t have a visa. It has been a terrible experience and a huge loss of money

Latam may be the worst airline in the world, far worse than even the lowest of low cost airlines in the USA. I wasted hours trying to PAY THEM TO CHECK A BAG! Then they misled me at the terminal, sent me through the wrong security line, the list goes on and on... Just absolutely terrible in every way. Avoid at all costs.

Poor, the airline was not able to help me move flights.

The way the Pilot made all announcements, specially the way he congratulated the entire crew as the best team ever, making a comment that due to them they were able to shorter the delay to the destination. Amazing flight .

Just to drop my already labeled bag it took 50 minutes inline. Completely disappointed with Latam operation at GRU

I’m entitled to a refund per LATAM due to the mid flight itinerary change and being stuck in São Paulo for 24 hours and needing to get a hotel. The airline was dismissive and of no help.

OK, we were delayed and had to de plane and reboard.

The 777’s economy seat’s legroom was more tolerable than expected. I appreciate the reclining mechanism which slides the seat forward to minimize cannibalizing the space behind. The food was terrible: very salty.

Seats are uncomfortable. This has been a trend in the industry for decades. Trying to fit more seats on each plane to increase profits at the expense of the passenger.

Staff were good. My seat was in need of repair, but for a short flight was not problematic. Usual basic snack and drink setup that you'll find on any US carrier. Over, a decent, basic flight.

Complimentary light meal would be appreciated. But great flight crew service on all legs

Flight delayed for more than 16 hrs and no effort was spent to provide an alternate

We had turbulence ever 1/2 hr or so and the captains announcements were SOOOO LOUD

Crew was great (professional, attentive, prompt). Snacks for 4 hrs flight is deplorable.

Check-in and in-flight staff were better than average. The seat was a fair size but too hard and not enough padding. The cushion/pillow provided is poor (thin and seems to be disposable ,it provides no effective cushioning or support). Food was OK-ish but no choice of inflight snacks and no easy place to get drinks other than water (I could ask for juice by intruding into the staff area at the back of the plane) Entertainment was very good actually. Overall better than I expected from a US-based airline (sorry!) but compared to ANA or Singapore it was so-so. (I live in Japan so they are my comparative airlines)

Terrible. Our first time back on United for 10 years, the seats in Polaris class are small and uncomfortable. They have squished too many people in to get more $$$. The staff are not friendly and not wanting to accommodate. I asked for two salads rather than a main meal and was advised no we wont do that. Then asked what I would like for breakfast and given something else anyway. I will not be flying United International anytime soon.

Delay after delay with little communication then AA lost my luggage and at airport would not assist just said scan this QR code to track your luggage and submit a claim. However QR code provided did not work so have to go back to airport

Dloght delayed by 2.5 hrs . Common theme in my last four american floghts

They are rarely on time! Very hard to plan your travels when flights or connections keep getting delayed.

My seat was assigned last row behind restrooms No legroom’s I’m very Pettit Still was not comfortable Food choice was excellent

The worst Airline ever. They centered my second flight and leave me in NY. They don’t have any representatives at the airport and they don’t respond to calls. Basically I got stuck. I will never purchase through there again.

Small plane, poor meal choices for first class, bad terminal and boarding experience at LAX

Massimo, flight attendant was very authentic, attentive - wonderful. Food/wrap was just okay.

Experience was great. The best part is the free Wi-Fi connection which helps me to work on the flight

The flight was fine. It's the satellite terminal that supports American eagle flights is what sucks. There is only one food option and everything there is way overpriced. I mean I know it's airport pricing, but it's even crazier than that. I bought a sandwich in a plastic container for $18.

The flight was really crowded. Flight attendants were just ok.

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