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$1,311 Find Cheap Flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro

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Cheap Flight Deals from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro (SYD-RIO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro.
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American Airlines Logo
09:10 - 08:20SYD-GIG
36h 10m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
23:00 - 07:05GIG-SYD
43h 05m2 stops
$2,131American Airlines
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Wed, 14 May - Wed, 21 May
American Airlines Logo
09:10 - 08:20SYD-GIG
36h 10m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
23:00 - 07:05GIG-SYD
43h 05m2 stops
$2,153American Airlines
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Thu, 8 May - Wed, 14 May
American Airlines Logo
09:10 - 08:20SYD-GIG
36h 10m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
23:00 - 07:05GIG-SYD
43h 05m2 stops
$2,158American Airlines
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Sun, 1 Jun - Sun, 8 Jun
LATAM Airlines Logo
12:10 - 17:15SYD-GIG
18h 05m1 stop
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18:05 - 06:45GIG-SYD
23h 40m1 stop
$2,339LATAM Airlines
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Sun, 1 Jun - Sun, 8 Jun
LATAM Airlines Logo
12:10 - 17:15SYD-GIG
18h 05m1 stop
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18:05 - 06:45GIG-SYD
23h 40m1 stop
$2,348LATAM Airlines
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Sun, 1 Jun - Sun, 8 Jun
United Airlines Logo
10:20 - 08:15SYD-GIG
34h 55m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
20:55 - 07:00GIG-SYD
44h 05m1 stop
$2,907United Airlines
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Sat, 9 Aug - Thu, 30 Oct
Emirates Logo
20:10 - 15:50SYD-GIG
32h 40m1 stop
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03:05 - 06:25GIG-SYD
38h 20m2 stops
$3,320Emirates
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Sun, 1 Jun - Sat, 7 Jun
Emirates Logo
20:10 - 08:40SYD-SDU
49h 30m2 stops
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13:00 - 06:05SDU-SYD
52h 05m2 stops
$3,320Emirates
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Sun, 1 Jun - Sun, 8 Jun
Qantas Airways Logo
11:30 - 22:30SYD-GIG
24h 00m1 stop
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18:05 - 09:30GIG-SYD
25h 25m2 stops
$3,339Qantas Airways
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Fri, 8 Aug - Fri, 31 Oct
Qantas Airways Logo
11:30 - 09:35SYD-GIG
35h 05m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
18:10 - 09:30GIG-SYD
49h 20m3 stops
$3,356Qantas Airways
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Tue, 12 Aug - Tue, 28 Oct

KAYAK's insights & trends for Sydney to Rio de Janeiro flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
When flying from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro, you should consider leaving on a Friday and avoid Wednesdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Sydney, you’ll find the best rates on Tuesdays and the most expensive ones on Fridays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro is July, where tickets cost $2,547 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $3,879 and $3,304 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

May

High season

December

Cheapest flight

$1,311
Best time to beat the crowds (11% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (34% more expensive on average)
Flight from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro

When to book flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro

  • How do I get from Galeao Airport to Rio's city centre?

    A taxi from the airport will typically take around 20min and cost around 52 BRL (12 AUD). A transfer bus trip is likely to take roughly 40min and will generally cost 61 BRL (14 AUD). If you choose to take the metro, you can take the BRT bus to Vicente de Carvalho metro station and take the L2 from there. Your trip will take around 60min and cost approximately 26.90 BRL (6.20 AUD).

  • What routes do the airlines offer from Sydney Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

    If you’re flying from Sydney to Rio, your flights are likely to have at least two layovers. Flights to Galeao Airport offered by LATAM Airlines and Qantas Airways have layovers at Auckland International Airport (AKL) and Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL). Flights to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont (SDU) offered by LATAM Airlines typically have layovers in Auckland, Santiago, and Sao Paulo (GRU) along the way.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro was $838 for a one-way ticket and $1,362 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro?

    Sydney airport is called Sydney Kingsford Smith and the only airport in Rio de Janeiro is Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Sydney and Rio de Janeiro, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro, Emirates or LATAM Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro are Emirates and LATAM Airlines. With an average price for the route of $3,740 and an overall rating of 8.0, Emirates is the most popular choice. LATAM Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $2,847 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Rio de Janeiro from Sydney is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Rio de Janeiro with an airline and back to Sydney with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Rio de Janeiro from Sydney up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro

  • When travelling from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) with a hidden disability, you can contact the Airport Services Centre, which is located on Level 3 of the International Terminal. They'll give you a sunflower lanyard that discreetly lets staff know you may need assistance.
  • If you’re hoping to track your flight or have a friend track yours, Sydney Airport offers online flight tracking. You can also find live updates through their social media pages or apps.
  • If you haven’t exchanged money before arriving at Rio de Janeiro–Galeao International Airport (GIG), you will find currency exchange services offered on the first and the third floor of both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
  • If you require help with mobility issues, Rio de Janeiro–Galeao International Airport has wheelchair services on the first and second floor of Terminal 1 and the first and third floor of Terminal 2. Please contact the airport at least 48h before your arrival to arrange these services.
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Top 5 airlines serving from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3206 reviews
8.3Crew
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
7.8Food
8.2Entertainment
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Food no so good. Extra charge to much for front seats cost me £163 then other people sat near me for nothing 🤬

6.0 GoodDave, Mar 2025SYD - DXB
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Food no so good. Extra charge to much for front seats cost me £163 then other people sat near me for nothing 🤬

It was great, a little more leg room would have been better particularly since we were in premium economy

Comfort good. Service as usual poor. Cabin temperature as usual too cold, about 15 degrees

Flight was delayed by and hour but were informed beforehand

Comfort and customer service from most if the crew was great. The crew reassigning passengers should consider the presence of infants when reassigning seats. Unfortunately a couple of oversized passengers were relocated next to us, making this segment a bit uncomfortable, as there was not only extra leg space required. I ended up swapping seats with my husband so our baby wouldn't be impacted. My husband travelled quite uncomfortable as the reassigned neighbour shoulder and arm ended up on my husband's seat

Poor flight aircraft very old Crew was friendly 1 person though

Very bad groud crew taking bags less than 7kg Bad food Old plane

Delayed, Bad American style food (not tasty, horrible cheese for a flight to France). Incompetent cabin crew (I asked how to connect by cable my headphones and the flight attendant suggested me Bluetooth which is not available). Good space

Loved everything! This flight had premium economy and I didn't see an option to upgraded to premium economy OR buy premium economy tickets. How come?

Business class on this plane was adequate, service, amenities, swag, and crew was amazing!

Delta has an outstanding service. They are courteous and punctual most of the time. The flight departed a half hour late but we arrived 15 minutes early.

Not sure why there are so many security checks at this airport. Consistently annoying showing passport over and over, checking carryons at gate all the while trying to make tight connection. Basically it was uncomfortable crowded cabin with meidiocre service

Change of gate in Santiago devolved into half plus hour delay and a really tight connection in Lima

Although the flight is goof and the crew is good, the way the airline charges you for every service is ridiculous.

Plane never left the ground. Mech issues - entire trip was rerouted through united.

They didi not provide wheelchair though we had requested. We had to run around for 40 minutes and arrange it from the airport!

Staff encountered friendly and helpful. Flight delayed 1 hour due to mechanical issue, but made it through Atlanta immkgration and security in plenty of time,

We boarded so late it caused us to miss time at Foz. No real information was provided to the passengers waiting.

Basic experience, we were delayed causing less time to enjoy our destination and on the way back, we boarded when the flight should have been taking off.

reliable, relatively relaxed, helpful and kind staff and clean airplanes. No need for more.

Their aircraft are old and amenities lack way behind other international carriers leaving from BNE. Even in economy

Airport and crew experience was excellent. We had to queue for the runway - no one’s fault, but it did mean we were 30 minutes late leaving

Overall good experience with flight and airport wheelchair staff. Also got Indian food in the flights

Friendly staff, surprisingly good premium economy seats allowing good sleep/ snooze opportunity and very good menu.

Very good as always, stand out airline. The passengers whom choose to stuff baggage that otherwise should be checked-in is a real bother but that's not the airlines doing. A real frustration that passengers just don't want to check-in luggage. This is a pet hate unfortunately.

It’s a two prop flight so I had problems with my ears on re- entering ! But otherwise fine

I love flying with Qantas. There was no onscreen entertaining on this flight, and only a snack provided (not a meal) but still better than Jetstar or Virgin (in my opinion) so still happy.

Wheelchair assistance to move through the terminals and to/from the plane door was excellent. No vegan snack on the flight, only something with salami and cheese in it.

The old Plane had not been cleaned properly in a long time.

Planes was old - business class seats looked like they were installed in the 80s

I do prefer to fly United and have always had excellent service, except for bad weather. Flights are on time and staff is alway curtious and helpful

Fantastic crew. Flight was delayed at last minute but we were given updates every 20 minutes and the crew was so friendly and considerate. I miss the touch screens on the back of the seats, wish they would bring that back though.

Great. Food going from Australia to the US was better than other way around, but still needs improvement in terms of quality and quantity!!!

Boarding is very confusing. They have Line 1 and Line 2 and many many Boarding groups. Everyone lines up under those two lines long before they call zones. If you have a higher zone 2 like I did due to a Premium Plus ticket, it’s very awkward having to ask each person which zone they have. Extremely chaotic process. On board the flight attendants had no charisma whatsoever, even to us paying extra for an upgraded cabin. I asked for a chamomile tea after dinner (as no coffee or tea was even offered) and the FÃ said they didn’t have even though listed on the drink menu. Also, the mid flight service was entirely skipped which was a soup and sandwich combo. Supposedly had a variety of snacks mid flight too but those never materialized either. A few times I walked Back there, not a single flight attendant acknowledged me as they were all deep into their iPhones. I simply Wanted a glass of water since ZERO water runs were made on this 9hr 30 min flight.

The flight was delayed, it took longer than anticipated because of weather, and they broke my luggage.

Cabin crew was very friendly, requests were satisfied promptly and cheerfully, and the cabin was reasonably clean when I boarded. The United lounges at Newark and Heathrow are always well-run and comfortable, especially Newark. I look forward to the new lounge that will be part of the rebuild of Terminal 2 at Heathrow.

Very friendly staff. The flight was on time. Need a bit heavy covers/blankets. It can get colder with a thin blanket.

Staff was generally seeming stressed out and was a bit rude and slow. Plane left late. Pilot was very well-spoken.

This was a 5 hour flight with no entertainment and with a snack being provided (pretzels and fruit bar), which are both high in carbs and sugar. Nuts would have been a better choice.

Delayed by 2.5hrs any longer and they would’ve had to honour their own policy for breaking their own rules and regs. Not cool, especially when I have an infant child that needs to stay on a routine and they get schedules.

Would have thought that they would gas up plane before everyone got on board

One bottle of water and a package of cookies for comfort plus. We had to literally beg a flight attendant for an extra bottle of water later in the flight due to feeling dehydrated.

We were not offered anything to drink in business class during the boarding process.

Had to wait on pilot and crew to depart and had to wait to arrive at the gate because they only had 2 crews working. Delays, delays....Planes just keep getting smaller and tighter and they nickle and dime for everything. When will an airline actually wake up and make flying more enjoyable?

Flight cancelled. Added a day and a half to my travel. American Airlines DID put me in a hotel for two nights, but have not given any money back for any of this! I spent money on an apartment at my destination that I basically wasted because I could not arrive.

What, first class and not even a cup of coffee before landing at 5 am in First Class? Really?

Random carry-on baggage inspection before boarding for NO REASON. The crew kept talking loudly the entire time, making it impossible to rest. When I asked the crew for something, they said they would come back later but never did. It was an EXTREMELY UNPLEASANT and UNCOMFORTABLE flight.

No overhead space so all carryons were checked. No internet.

It was okay. I opted to pay for an upgrade to an exit row, but this might’ve been the worst exit row experience I’ve ever had. - The fold out table was janky and didn’t fold out properly. - The seats felt squished together as I was the aisle seat in the group of three, but the guy in the middle felt like he was constantly leaning on me. - Everyone who walked by brushed up against me, or knocked my entertainment screen, to include the food and drink carts. Didn’t get one apology or excuse me. - The community flight tracker screen was right in front of me and was sooooooo bright I could barely catch any sleep on my 13hr flight from Seoul to DFW. Not the best experience at all…

The departing flight from Newark to Charlotte was fine. It was the returning flight from Charlotte to Newark that was awful. We had scheduled an 8:35pm return flight time. We got delayed TEN times all the way to 5am in the morning! We were told over 4 different excuses as to why the flight kept getting delayed. First it was the flight crew needed to rest, then it was something technical with the plane, then it was something with air traffic control, and finally it was because they couldn’t find a captain and had to wait until the morning so the captain could get some rest. It was terrible sleeping overnight in the airport. They offered a $12 meal voucher. That was it! And the only place open in the middle of the night was Dunkin’ Donuts who didn’t even accept the voucher. They should have cancelled the flight much earlier on in the evening instead of just stringing us along hour by hour with more delays. Not professional and unacceptable. There was no refund for inconvenience. I probably will not be flying American Airlines again.

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