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Flight deals from Los Angeles International to Rio De Janeiro

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles International to Rio De Janeiro? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Rio De Janeiro.R 5,023 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Apr.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 23 Apr, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,023, select.
Rio De Janeiro.R 5,031 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,031, select.
Rio De Janeiro.R 5,084 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 May.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 7 May, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,084, select.
Rio De Janeiro.R 5,671 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Mar.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 30 Mar, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,671, select.
Rio De Janeiro.R 6,112 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Oct.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,112, select.
Rio De Janeiro.R 6,113 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Feb.One-way flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,113, select.
Rio De Janeiro.R 6,121 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Sep.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,121, select.
Rio De Janeiro.R 6,127 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 Aug.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 24 Aug, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,127, select.

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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles International to Rio De Janeiro flights are currently cheapest in April.
Mar
from R 5,671
Apr
from R 5,023
May
from R 5,084
Jun
from R 5,031
Jul
from R 6,492
Aug
from R 6,127
Sep
from R 6,121
Oct
from R 6,112
Nov
from R 6,183
Dec
from R 7,053
Jan
from R 7,094
Feb
from R 6,113

Alternative Los Angeles International to Rio De Janeiro routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Los Angeles International to Rio De Janeiro? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Los Angeles to Rio De Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,023
Cheapest month to flyApril

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

There are 3 airports in Rio De Janeiro: Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont, Rio De Janeiro Internacional and Jacarepaguá.
The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles International to Rio De Janeiro is R 9,178. 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 Los Angeles International to Rio De Janeiro. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 9,178.
As of March 2025, there are no flights flying from Los Angeles International to Rio De Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Rio De Janeiro is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from Los Angeles International Airport, the cheapest airport near Rio De Janeiro is Rio De Janeiro Internacional – which is 12.2 km away from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. We've found flights into this airport from R 9,178.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Rio De Janeiro on Sunday, 11 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Los Angeles International Airport and Rio De Janeiro. 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 Rio De Janeiro 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 Rio De Janeiro is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 25°C. February is typically the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 17°C. The rainiest month is January.
Currently, Copa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rio De Janeiro.

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

  • Rio De Janeiro is 4 hours ahead of Los Angeles, where Los Angeles International Airport is located. Rio De Janeiro operates on the UTC-3 timezone.

  • For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from LAX to Rio De Janeiro.

  • Travelling during a peak time like July? Busy periods (like spring break, summer and New Year) can easily add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • We make it easy to find a flight from LAX to Rio De Janeiro that includes a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • Miami International Airport (MIA)

    • Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

  • You don't need a visa for Brazil if you have a passport from United States and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before booking your cheap tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.

  • The journey from central Los Angeles to LAX takes approximately 54 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 32 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near LAX? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:

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

  • The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Rio De Janeiro is R 5,023. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 9,178. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from LAX to Rio De Janeiro, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Rio De Janeiro throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from LAX to Rio De Janeiro. You don't need to look every day to see whether prices have dropped. We'll tell you as soon as the price changes.

  • Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Airports in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 18 kilometres. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It typically takes 1 hour and 3 minutes to get there using public transport.

  • Book a hotel close to GIG if you're taking a late flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • Central Rio De Janeiro is about 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). After your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Rio De Janeiro has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 3 minutes.

  • You can also opt for public transport, which will take about 16 minutes.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near SDU. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from LAX to Rio De Janeiro:

Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Rio De Janeiro in May when things are quieter.

  • The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Rio De Janeiro in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • July has average temperatures of between 17ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap flights from LAX to Rio De Janeiro sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

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