Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3. The city is 14 hours behind Sydney, where Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from SYD to Rio De Janeiro.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for flights from SYD to Rio De Janeiro, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
If you have a passport from Australia and plan to travel to Brazil for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on the duration of your stay and are subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Sydney, SYD can be reached in about 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport is roughly 27 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near SYD:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Rio De Janeiro
Rs218,531 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rio De Janeiro. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs457,217. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for flight tickets from SYD to Rio De Janeiro. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
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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 approximately 18 kilometres. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour and 3 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Book one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
As soon as your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rio De Janeiro has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 3 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is approximately 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
You can also travel using public transport, which will take approximately 16 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to SDU. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from SYD to Rio De Janeiro:
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rio De Janeiro. July is the busiest month to visit Rio De Janeiro. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rio De Janeiro for February to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 22ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap flights from SYD to Rio De Janeiro in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Rio De Janeiro
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Rio De Janeiro right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rio De Janeiro:
Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Rio De Janeiro travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Copacabana Beach.
Complete your Rio De Janeiro trip with a car rental
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