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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 507 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles 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 to Rio de Janeiro flights are currently cheapest in May.

Alternative Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Los Angeles 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 found500 €
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles 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 to Rio de Janeiro is 500 €. 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 to Rio de Janeiro. But we found flights with one or more stops from 500 €.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro is usually May.
If you're flying from Los Angeles, 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 500 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro on Tuesday, 4 May 2027.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Los Angeles 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 July, the average temperature is usually around 20°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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Rio de Janeiro is GOL Linhas Aéreas .

Flying from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know

  • Los Angeles has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro flying out of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY).

  • Come in for landing at Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG), the major arrival point in Rio de Janeiro.

  • Rio de Janeiro's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Rio de Janeiro five hours ahead of Los Angeles.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when looking for your plane ticket from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Find a cheap Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro flight with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • We make it simple to book a Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:

    • Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)

    • Miami International Airport (MIA)

  • Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.

  • Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:

  • 80% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport land at their destination as planned. Given its strong performance rating, delays are unlikely when taking off from LAX.

  • You'll find LAX at One World Way.

Arriving in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)

  • The distance from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro is roughly 13 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:

  • Travel at your own speed with a Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and see more of Rio de Janeiro and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • After your flight from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 10 minutes by car. Central Rio de Janeiro is approximately 2 kilometres from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).

  • Travelling by public transport will take around 20 minutes.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to SDU. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro:

  • The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and be off and running.

  • Get the lowest price by booking your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro

  • December is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro. To travel when it's less crowded, visit Rio de Janeiro in March.

  • The warmest month in Rio de Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Search for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.

More about Rio de Janeiro

  • After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Rio de Janeiro, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rio de Janeiro:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Christ the Redeemer, Rio de Janeiro Carnival and Ipanema Beach are highlights which should be on any good Rio de Janeiro itinerary.

Explore more of Brazil

  • You've visited Rio de Janeiro, now it's time to explore other corners of Brazil. Journey around 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to check off its top attractions. From Ibirapuera Park to Av. Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Belo Horizonte is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. No journey is complete without dropping by Pampulha Modern Ensemble, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.

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