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Flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Los Angeles.R 4,250 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Feb.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,250, select.
Los Angeles.R 4,428 per passenger.Departing Tue, 31 Mar.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,428, select.
Los Angeles.R 5,192 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 May.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,192, select.
Los Angeles.R 5,332 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Apr.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,332, select.
Los Angeles.R 5,436 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Jun.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,436, select.
Los Angeles.R 5,755 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,755, select.
Los Angeles.R 5,931 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,931, select.
Los Angeles.R 6,153 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,153, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles International flights are currently cheapest in February.
Feb
from R 4,250
Mar
from R 4,428
Apr
from R 5,332
May
from R 5,192
Jun
from R 5,436
Jul
from R 5,755
Aug
from R 5,931
Sep
from R 6,173
Oct
from R 6,153
Nov
from R 6,167
Dec
from R 7,016
Jan
from R 10,212

Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Los Angeles International.

Hawthorne

17km from central Los Angeles
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Burbank

19km from central Los Angeles
from R 12,601
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Los Angeles International

20km from central Los Angeles
Cheapest
from R 4,250
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Long Beach Municipal

28km from central Los Angeles
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Los Angeles Van Nuys

28km from central Los Angeles
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Santa Ana John Wayne

55km from central Los Angeles
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Ontario International

60km from central Los Angeles
from R 9,803
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Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 4,250
Cheapest month to flyFebruary

Finding cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles International is R 7,793. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles International. But we found flights with one stop from R 7,793.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles International.
The cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles International is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles International Airport on Friday, 27 February 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Rio de Janeiro and Los Angeles International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Los Angeles International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Los Angeles International is Copa .

Flying from Rio De Janeiro to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): What you need to know

  • Rio De Janeiro's main base, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), is where great travel stories take off. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

  • Los Angeles is four hours behind Rio De Janeiro. Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles, which follows the UTC-7 timezone.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Rio De Janeiro to LAX.

  • If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.

Airports in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to LAX departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

    • Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

  • GIG is around 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • In search of a comfortable hotel close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Los Angeles International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:

  • 79.57% of flights leaving from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • SDU is around 2 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. It'll take you 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 15 minutes.

  • Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Santos Dumont Airport the day before your Rio De Janeiro to LAX flight:

  • Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time performance rate of 78.67%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that depart from this airport land at their destination on time.

About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles

  • Los Angeles International Airport to central Los Angeles is about 19 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 55 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • R 4,250 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Los Angeles International Airport. A return flight starts from R 7,793. These fares can change based on availability and demand.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to LAX if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Rio De Janeiro to Los Angeles International Airport tickets across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.

  • Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Rio De Janeiro to LAX is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Rio De Janeiro to Los Angeles International Airport.

The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • July is when most people book flights from Rio De Janeiro to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Plan your visit to Los Angeles in May for a quieter experience.

  • Lock in a Rio De Janeiro to LAX plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Los Angeles to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Los Angeles International Airport in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).

More about Los Angeles

  • Once you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Los Angeles International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Los Angeles:

  • Hollywood Sign and Griffith Observatory are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Los Angeles must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Hollywood Bowl.

Explore more of the United States

  • San Diego is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.

  • Bakersfield is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 161 kilometres north of Los Angeles. No trip is complete without seeing Kern County Museum, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir.

Plan the rest of your trip from Rio de Janeiro to Los Angeles

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