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Flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to Sydney

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rio de Janeiro to Sydney? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Sydney.Rs232,369 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs232,369, select.
Sydney.Rs234,434 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Jul.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun, 27 Jul, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs234,434, select.
Sydney.Rs235,011 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Oct.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun, 26 Oct, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs235,011, select.
Sydney.Rs244,728 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug.One-way flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs244,728, select.
Sydney.Rs301,116 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Jan.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Jacarepaguá on Thu, 29 Jan, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs301,116, select.
Sydney.Rs303,826 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Jacarepaguá on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs303,826, select.
Sydney.Rs317,816 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Feb.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun, 1 Feb, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs317,816, select.
Sydney.Rs317,816 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 May.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs317,816, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Sydney

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rio de Janeiro to Sydney flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from Rs234,434
Aug
from Rs244,728
Sep
from Rs232,369
Oct
from Rs235,011
Nov
from Rs303,826
Dec
from Rs318,917
Jan
from Rs301,116
Feb
from Rs317,816
Mar
from Rs319,334
Apr
from Rs319,665
May
from Rs317,816
Jun
from Rs321,406

Rio de Janeiro to Sydney: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Rio de Janeiro to Sydney below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Sydney.

Rio de Janeiro to Sydney: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs232,369
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to Sydney: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Rio de Janeiro to Sydney is Rs427,411. 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 Rio de Janeiro to Sydney. But we found flights with one stop from Rs427,411.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Rio de Janeiro to Sydney.
The cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Sydney is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Sydney Airport on Friday, 15 August 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Rio de Janeiro and Sydney Airport. 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 Sydney 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 Sydney is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Sydney is LATAM Airlines .

Flying from Rio De Janeiro to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): What you need to know

  • Rio De Janeiro's main base, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), is where great travel stories take off. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD).

  • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located in Sydney. The city runs on the UTC+11 timezone and is 14 hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro.

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

  • Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

Airports in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • You might be able to make your cheap flight from Rio De Janeiro to SYD even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to discover where you could make a quick stop. Dubai Airport (DXB) is an option when departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).

  • GIG is about 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:

  • 79.57% of flights that leave from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • You can get to SDU from the centre of Rio De Janeiro in approximately 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 15 minutes to cover the 2 kilometres or so.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Rio De Janeiro to SYD flight? Relax in a hotel near Santos Dumont Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are calling your name:

  • Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time performance of 78.67%. This figure highlights how often flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.

About Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SYD instead:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sydney and beyond.

  • Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Rio De Janeiro to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight.

Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney

  • Central Sydney is around 18 kilometres from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a car hire, cab or ride-share.

  • It takes roughly 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • Rs232,985 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Return flights start at Rs427,411. These fares can change depending on availability.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to SYD if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.

  • If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Rio De Janeiro to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport ticket.

  • Locking in a cheap flight ticket from Rio De Janeiro to SYD is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Rio De Janeiro to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.

The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding when to fly. April is the quietest month to go to Sydney. July is when most people book flights from Rio De Janeiro to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.

  • The warmest month in Sydney is January, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 32ºC. Book your Rio De Janeiro to SYD flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 19ºC.

More about Sydney

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Sydney right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport:

  • All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Sydney Harbour, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Harbour are essential stops on your Sydney itinerary.

Explore more of Australia

  • Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen Sydney. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and National Portrait Gallery.

  • Around 129 kilometres north-east of Sydney, Newcastle is another favourite stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Merewether Beach, Bathers Way Coastal Walk and Nobbys Beach.

Plan the rest of your trip from Rio de Janeiro to Sydney

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