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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro

 
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.

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

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro.
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1:56 am - 12:15 amLAX-GIG
18h 19m1 stop
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4:55 am - 11:40 pmGIG-LAX
22h 45m1 stop
$507Copa Airlines
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Sun, May 4 - Mon, May 19
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4:15 pm - 5:35 pmLAX-GIG
21h 20m2 stops
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1:50 pm - 7:00 amGIG-LAX
21h 10m2 stops
$514LATAM Airlines
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Mon, May 12 - Wed, May 21
Copa Airlines Logo
12:14 pm - 12:15 amLAX-GIG
32h 01m1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
4:55 am - 11:40 pmGIG-LAX
22h 45m1 stop
$516Copa Airlines
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Sat, May 3 - Mon, May 19
American Airlines Logo
12:25 pm - 8:20 amLAX-GIG
15h 55m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
8:05 pm - 11:20 amGIG-LAX
19h 15m2 stops
$524American Airlines
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Mon, May 12 - Mon, May 19
American Airlines Logo
11:10 am - 10:15 amLAX-GIG
19h 05m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 12:06 pmGIG-LAX
23h 06m2 stops
$530American Airlines
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Mon, May 5 - Fri, May 9
LATAM Airlines Logo
12:10 pm - 10:15 amLAX-GIG
18h 05m1 stop
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9:00 pm - 10:50 amGIG-LAX
17h 50m1 stop
$539LATAM Airlines
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Mon, May 5 - Mon, May 19
Delta Logo
1:45 pm - 1:40 pmLAX-SDU
19h 55m1 stop
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2:20 pm - 7:00 amSDU-LAX
20h 40m1 stop
$607Delta
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Wed, May 7 - Sun, May 18
GOL Logo
10:45 am - 9:25 amLAX-GIG
18h 40m2 stops
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10:50 am - 11:20 amGIG-LAX
28h 30m2 stops
$613GOL
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Wed, May 7 - Sun, May 18
GOL Logo
6:04 am - 8:20 amLAX-GIG
22h 16m1 stop
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11:20 am - 11:20 amGIG-LAX
28h 00m2 stops
$629GOL
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Tue, May 6 - Wed, May 14
Delta Logo
1:45 pm - 5:35 pmLAX-GIG
23h 50m1 stop
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1:50 pm - 7:00 amGIG-LAX
21h 10m1 stop
$655Delta
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Mon, Apr 28 - Sun, May 18

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.
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Planning a trip from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
For Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from Rio de Janeiro back to Los Angeles, the best deals are generally found on Tuesday, with Friday being the most expensive.

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 January, where tickets cost $657 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,175 and $1,137 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 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 14 weeks before departure.

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Low season

August

High season

February

Cheapest flight

$245
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
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.
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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 $245 for a one-way ticket and $507 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. 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?

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

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

    Miami 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 $768 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. Copa Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $850 and an overall rating of 7.6.

  • 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.

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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.
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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.
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DeltaOverall score based on 7897 reviews
8.5Crew
7.9Entertainment
7.9Comfort
7.3Food
8.2Boarding
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Bathrooms dirty sinks clogged. No one seemed to clean them. Plane very old

4.0 OkayPeter, Mar 2025LAX - SYD
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Bathrooms dirty sinks clogged. No one seemed to clean them. Plane very old

Thank you for not flipping the plane on the run way. You guys get a 5 star rating for the flight!!!

Boarding is, as it always is… horrible. Gate lice. Slow moving zones. Too many people with carry ons

It was terrible, if they ran flights on time it would make a big difference.

Delta seems to be improving in many areas, except they are super bad with the food available. Bring back normal food service on long flights.

I actually received a notification from kayak on email but not one by text from Delta when my departure gait changed and I almost missed my flight

New boarding doesn't make sense. Filling front first is slow.

Delta flight was great from the check in all the way to arrival. However, I had a very bad experience. I requested a wheelchair and the wheelchair employee that went to pick me up from the plane in Boston to bring me to the baggage claims told me I have to pay him. I was under the impression that it was a free service and I usually give tips but the person forced me to pay and since I said no because I was upset with his demand when my daughter walked in to pick me up he demanded payment from my daughter who paid him thinking maybe now it is a charged service.

Horrible. Grateful to be alive but spent 13 hours at airport only to return back to my familys house and flight changed to next day. They tried to fix a part on plane, had no back up plane and after 10 hours , reattempted the flight and it STILL wasn't fixed. We got a meal voucher and rescheduled flight but there should be some other compensation for the 15 hours spent in airport

My seat was changed at the last minute and I was moved to the last row, right next to the bathroom despite selecting my seat well in advance. I was also made to check my carry on due to space but when I got on the plane there was significant empty overhead space. Picking up my carry on from the luggage carousel added time to my trip which had already been extended due to delay.

I upgraded myself to Business Class at the last minute so I had a DREAMS window seat. Seeing as I've never flown Business before everything was novel and fun for me and it made the 7 hour flight much more enjoyable for sure.

No headphones given for inflight entertainment. I missed my flight from the previous day and the customer service agent tried to extort an additional $100.00 US from me for missing my flight. Really?!

It was reasonably comfortable trip considering its duration (7 hours). Crew was very good and friendly, seats very more comfortable than other planes. Only negative comment would be that the bathroom light did not get its full brightness 🙃

The flight was delayed about 4 hours without any explanation. No wifi or entertainment at all on planes. Had to pay for checked bags I was allowed according to reservations.

It was good, plane is a bit older so seats are somewhat flat

Great from check in all the way to the end. Very happy with Copa

Well the airline was fine. The only thing is I was charged for a checked in luggage. But when I reserved the ticket it showed a check in bag allowed. Who can I get in contact with for reimbursement.? The airline said I had to speak to whoever I booked ticket with.

Friendly flight team and seamless travel from one stop to next.

I loved my experience. Very safe, Very informative and very friendly.

At JFK the Security line was extremely long and few checkpoints open.

Although the flight is goof and the crew is good, the way the airline charges you for every service is ridiculous.

Everything was good except the check in. Could not do it online neither on the machines in the airport. Needed special assistance from the airline desk clerk

No entertainment but not expected. Unless you are referring to monitor that you can use. Then Al, was fine on all flights.

Friendly staff, It was the first flight out for our plane, so had to be deiced from the frost. Only delayed a few minutes,

Staff encountered friendly and helpful. Flight delayed 1 hour due to mechanical issue, but made it through Atlanta immkgration and security in plenty of time,

We boarded so late it caused us to miss time at Foz. No real information was provided to the passengers waiting.

Basic experience, we were delayed causing less time to enjoy our destination and on the way back, we boarded when the flight should have been taking off.

Very poor ! Latam is really excellent in mistreating its premium passengers and their family. They should go out of business for good.

Only complaint is that the entertainment system wasn’t working on our seats and some others.

Please guy check the food I almost end up to the hospital

the boarding staff were incredibly officious. our carry-on case was borderline within dimensions but staff were not prepared to show ANY flexibility even though many others with larger carry-on luggage were allowed to board. we were understandably furious but the staff were incredibly disrespectful. we called the supervisor who eventually agreed to look on board the plane to see if there was room for our case (one case between 2 of us) and reluctantly agreed to allow us on. The staff on board were excellent though and realized we had been treated badly and were very helpful both in finding a place for our case, some distance from our seats, and helping us to retrieve it when we landed. We are regular travelers on Gol and have Diamante status and had chosen the better Conforto + seats, so we expected better treatment from the ground staff. Also the cabins are of a size that will only fit 3 cases of normal size with a large gap of about 30cm of wasted space. If our case were deemed to be oversize, which I dispute, the extra 1cm would not have made the slightest difference.

I did not like the way that baggage fees were charged. When I signed up for the flight, I knew that there were bag fees. However, the bag fees were so confusing that it felt like I was paying for overweight bags rather than just for having brought a bag with me. Also, the bag fees were based on the pair of tickets rather than per person. It seems to me that it should be first bag fee for passenger 1 and then first bag fee for passenger 2. I eventually got away with only paying $100 for two bags, but it was a struggle to understand the process. As for the flight, the seats were the standard uncomfortable seats that are on most Boeing aircraft. The airline aims to accommodate the standard height people, so us tall people are stuck. There was never an option to upgrade for leg room. It did not appear that there were any seats on the whole plane that had a little more leg room to even try to get. Other than that, I completely ignored the food for this red eye flight. I am not one to eat "dinner" at 2 am. They did not offer any drinks in the morning before landing. I recommend that you bring a bottle of water on board.

Lost luggage, people are not very nice to help you , I was just instructed to fill out a baggage claim online, they were not helpful when I had additional questions after I completed the form on my phone.

They are not ready for international flights, poor service and food, no screen info on the seat.

Horrible. I was never able to board the e flight as they had a glitch in their system that didn’t showed me as a passenger. I waited 2 hours at the front desk till they closed the flight, and they were not able to board me in it. They didn’t offer any sort of solution or refund. Such a disappointment. I would never flight with them again.

It was really bad. Inexperienced and rude people during check-in in Miami, a small and uncomfortable airplane, and problems with the airline caused me to lose my connection flight in Brasilia. Terrible experience!

Pretty terrible, was unable to check out of a flight through the app. Could not check in to my flights with the app. Had to call customer service but they were not much help. Nothing on my itinerary said I had to check in with American Airlines when I reached the United States. I almost missed my flight. I had to run to the gate and get dressed in the tunnel. GOL seemed really unorganized at the desks for check in and took a lot longer than other airlines

Awful experience, A/C didn't work, crew did not do anything about it

Gol has an interesting choice of words. When they say “priority access”, this means you’re boarding on the seventh or eighth group.

Great flight however unlike most airlines there is no WiFi and no power outlets. Overall good flight and would fly them again. Just make sure your devices have power and bring your own entertainment.

The plane was late and then sat on the runway for almost 45 minutes before taking off.

We kept being told that the flight was full and that all overhead compartments were full and therefore had to check in our hand luggage. We were some of the last people to board and noticed that there was still sufficient space in the overhead compartments. We were obliged to check in hand luggage when there was space and so had to wait at luggage retrieval which took a while to then noticed damage to our luggage - not a great experience!

Worst seats I’ve ever had !!! The seats were very narrow and uncomfortable and misaligned with the seats in front of mine leading to bottom of the seat in front of mine pressing on my legs for 15.5 hours !

This was an overnight flight. There was no meal service in first class, just a simple snack basket was offered along with beverages. There should have been some type of continental breakfast prior to arrival in PHL. As an Executive Platinum American Airlines Advantage member, I received no name recognition from the first class flight attendant. When disembarking at PHL, the flight attendants were more interested in their cell phones than saying "thank you" to the passengers as they disembarked.

The flight was quick and to the point. The crew just did their job w/o excessive talking and everything was just perfect.

Awkward carry on process. Forced to check all carry on. No overhead space of worthiness. Left delayed, but made up the time. Crew was amicable.

Amazingly comfy flight - I had upgraded for a reasonable price and it was worth it. The food also was good.

Had to wait on pilot and crew to depart and had to wait to arrive at the gate because they only had 2 crews working. Delays, delays....Planes just keep getting smaller and tighter and they nickle and dime for everything. When will an airline actually wake up and make flying more enjoyable?

Flight cancelled. Added a day and a half to my travel. American Airlines DID put me in a hotel for two nights, but have not given any money back for any of this! I spent money on an apartment at my destination that I basically wasted because I could not arrive.

I paid for what I got which was cheap, I brought my own entertainment. I knew what to expect, so I could be prepared. If you’re flying economy, check in early like me. I have no problems with my flight, was on time, staff were friendly, and overall good experience.

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