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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Los Angeles to Sao Paulo:

• Earliest: departs at 12:35 and lands at 00:30
• Latest: departs at 12:35 and lands at 00:30.

The flight takes about 11h 55m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Sao Paulo:

• Economy class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Los Angeles to Sao Paulo takes 11h 55m, covering 15,943 km.

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.

Return flights from Los Angeles to Sao Paulo range from $965 to $1,450, with an average of $1,155 over the past 12 months. Anything below $965 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 3% above the $1,155 route average. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $730 return via Newark (EWR), compared with $1,253 for direct.

LATAM Airlines is the only airline operating Los Angeles to Sao Paulo flights. 93% of its flights are on time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $100–$143 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to Sao Paulo flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,165 to $8,901. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Los Angeles to Sao Paulo are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $683, which is 23% above the typical average for this route.

Since Sao Paulo is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH) – daily rates averaging $48:

• FOCO
• Localiza
• MOVIDA
• Avis
• Unidas

Near Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport (GRU) – daily rates averaging $54:

• FOCO
• Localiza
• MOVIDA
• Avis
• keddy by Europcar

Near Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP) – daily rates averaging $44:

• FOCO
• Avis
• MOVIDA
• Localiza
• Unidas

Flights from Los Angeles to Sao Paulo usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and may arrive at several airports in Sao Paulo area, including Sao Paulo Congonhas (CGH), Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU) and Sao Paulo Viracopos (VCP).

Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Los Angeles to Sao Paulo route, 7% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 15m.

One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Sao Paulo most commonly connect through:

• Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) – 38% of one-stop connections
• Miami (MIA) – 18% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) – 10% of one-stop connections
• Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM) – 9% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Los Angeles to Sao Paulo. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,073 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,215, a difference of $141.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only LATAM Airlines operates flights between Los Angeles and Sao Paulo.

Flying via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 46m, compared to 16h 11m via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) and 16h 16m via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY).

Sao Paulo is 5 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Brasilia Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

HSBC Brazil Music Theater is one of the most viewed places in Sao Paulo on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Sao Paulo flights:

• LATAM Airlines: offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• LATAM Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

The Airport Bus Service offers regular and expedited routes to hotels and airports all across the city. While the Airport Bus Express has a red livery and only stops at a few terminals, the Aeroporto Bus is a regular service with its green uniform. The Airport Metrobus provides an expedited route on the monorail that connects the airport and the city for those looking for quicker transportation.

LATAM Airlines is a great option for families flying with kids from Los Angeles to Sao Paulo since they provide family-friendly services. LATAM Airlines offers special meals for kids, including organic vegan and lactose-free options, to ensure that families with young children receive the extra assistance they require during boarding and disembarking.

The average amount of CO2 emitted on this route is 9,940 lb per person. Copa Airlines has more sustainable flights, emitting 43% less CO2. Copa Airlines practices environmentally friendly actions, including employing environmentally friendly planes and engines, cutting emissions with effective landings, and working with the UN World Tourism Organization on environmental projects.

You can find flights from Funchal to Lisbon with one to two connections en route. The layovers differ with your airline. Avianca has a layover at El Dorado International Airport (BOG), while Copa Airlines have stops at Tocumen International Airport (PTY). American Airlines has a Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) layover.