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Cheapest round-trip
$641
Typical prices: $589-$894
Copa Airlines
Sun 11/4Sat 11/10
GIG - LAX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$523
Typical prices: $448-$694
GOL
Sun 11/11
SDU - LAX • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Rio de Janeiro and Los Angeles. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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GIG - LAX
Cheapest • 7% average savings
SDU - LAX
Most popular
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When to book
6 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 21% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 20% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $683 (round-trip)
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU)
Shortest trip • 15h 42m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles (RIO-LAX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles

Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10
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1:35 am - 10:29 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
25h 54m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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12:30 am - 4:00 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
22h 30m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$641Copa Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 15
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1:35 am - 10:10 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
25h 35m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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12:30 am - 4:00 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
22h 30m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$641Copa Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Nov 2
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7:20 am - 10:40 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
19h 20m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl
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11:00 pm - 12:30 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
20h 30m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Bogotá El Dorado
$641Avianca
Wed, Oct 7 - Mon, Oct 19
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7:20 am - 10:10 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
18h 50m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl
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12:15 am - 12:30 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
20h 15m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Bogotá El Dorado
$641Avianca
Wed, Oct 14 - Thu, Nov 26
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1:45 pm - 7:40 amGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
21h 55m2 stops Vitória Eurico Sales Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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10:10 am - 6:25 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
15h 15m1 stop Lima J Chavez Intl
$646LATAM Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Fri, Oct 30
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7:05 am - 12:43 amGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
21h 38m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:59 pm - 10:15 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
30h 16m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$654LATAM Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Fri, Oct 30
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9:55 pm - 2:00 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
20h 05m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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7:35 am - 6:00 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
18h 25m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Miami
$662American Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Dec 5
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11:55 pm - 3:30 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
19h 35m2 stops Miami Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:00 am - 10:15 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
23h 15m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$737American Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Jan 13
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9:55 pm - 4:30 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
23h 35m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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7:10 pm - 9:35 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
33h 25m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$745United Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
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9:55 pm - 9:08 amGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
16h 13m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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5:45 am - 9:35 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
22h 50m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$799United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles?

Round-trip flights from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles start at $641. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $589 to $894. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $641 on Copa Airlines.

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

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (GIG) to Los Angeles (LAX) is the cheapest Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles route, averaging $697 round-trip. Other Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles routes average $798, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles, it is 3% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 10% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles at $562 round-trip.
•July ($979) and June ($896) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 74% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles the cheapest?

Flights from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles are cheapest 6 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 21% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$523
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 40% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
Flight from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport to Los Angeles

When to book flights from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles?

    Flights from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles may depart from several airports in Rio de Janeiro area, including Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG) and Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont (SDU). Flights usually arrive at Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles pass through?

    One-stop flights from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles most commonly connect through:

    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 56% of one-stop connections
    • Miami (MIA) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 7% of one-stop connections

    Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 12% on the Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $685 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $776, a difference of $91. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?

    Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Los Angeles Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 16% above the route average of $701. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles takes 0h 00m, covering 6,303 miles.

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

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles looking right now?

    One-way fares from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $572, which is 6% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles?

    Flying via Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 42m, compared with 15h 52m via Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM) and 17h 08m via Miami (MIA).

  • What is the time difference between Rio de Janeiro and Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles is 4 hours behind Rio de Janeiro (Pacific Time vs Brasilia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Ace
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles flight?

    Round-trip flights from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles range from $589 to $894, with an average of $701 over the past 12 months. Anything below $589 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $685 - about $91 less than Saturday (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 6 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 21% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles trip for March. Fares historically average $562 round-trip in that month - typically $417 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport.
    - Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
    - Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
    - Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel

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