Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Los Angeles (LAX)
Flight Distance & Air Miles
💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn
| Airline | Base Miles | Elite Total |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage | 6,300 | 10,080 Platinum |
| 🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles | 6,300 | 10,080 Gold Medallion |
| ⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus | 6,300 | 9,450 Premier Gold |
| ❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards | 6,300 | 9,450 A-List Preferred |
| 🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan | 6,300 | 12,600 MVP Gold |
| 🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue | 6,300 | 9,450 Mosaic |
* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.
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💡 Did You Know?
A round trip between Rio De Janeiro and Los Angeles earns you 12,600 base miles - that's 50% of the way to a typical domestic award ticket!
✈️ Flight Details
The GIG to LAX route connects Rio De Janeiro, Brazil with Los Angeles, United States. This long-haul flight covers 6,300 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.
This international flight crosses from Brazil to United States. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a NW bearing of 307° from Rio De Janeiro. There is a 5 hour time difference between the airports.
🛫 About GIG
Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport
Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) serves Rio De Janeiro, Brazil.
🛬 About LAX
Los Angeles International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the primary airport serving Los Angeles and the fifth busiest in the world.