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Cheap flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, Brazil from $1,320

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 25/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — GIG
31 Aug — 7 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 August 2026.

Fri 14/821:00
SYD
-
GIG
2 stops33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 17/811:25
GIG
-
SYD
1 stop30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/7$2,076
Thu 3/912:20
SYD
-
GIG
1 stop21h 55m
Qantas Airways
Thu 17/922:25
GIG
-
SYD
1 stop30h 15m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 30/7$2,103
Fri 14/811:45
SYD
-
GIG
1 stop22h 30m
LATAM Airlines
Mon 17/818:05
GIG
-
SYD
1 stop23h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 30/7$2,107
Thu 3/911:45
SYD
-
GIG
1 stop18h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Mon 7/918:05
GIG
-
SYD
1 stop23h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 29/7$2,114
Thu 13/809:10
SYD
-
GIG
2 stops36h 10m
American Airlines
Mon 17/822:10
GIG
-
SYD
2 stops43h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 29/7$2,121
Thu 3/911:45
SYD
-
GIG
1 stop18h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Sat 12/918:05
GIG
-
SYD
1 stop23h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 28/7$2,123
Thu 20/807:45
SYD
-
GIG
2 stops22h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 23/818:05
GIG
-
SYD
1 stop23h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7$2,126
Sat 29/811:45
SYD
-
GIG
2 stops31h 30m
LATAM Airlines
Sat 5/913:40
GIG
-
SYD
1 stop28h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 30/7$2,127
Tue 25/809:10
SYD
-
GIG
2 stops36h 10m
American Airlines
Tue 1/922:10
GIG
-
SYD
2 stops43h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 28/7$2,135
Thu 20/811:45
SYD
-
GIG
1 stop37h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 23/818:05
GIG
-
SYD
1 stop23h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 29/7$2,141

Find flight deals from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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Round-trip from

$2,076

One-way from

$1,320

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$3,197
14/8-17/8
  • 14/8-17/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 63h 45m total
  • Sydney to Rio de Janeiro
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25/1
  • 25/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 25m total
  • Sydney to Rio de Janeiro
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($96 potential savings vs. average return price).
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SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 3/9

12:20-21:15

1 stop21h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 17/9

22:25-17:40

1 stop30h 15m

$2,103

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/8

11:45-21:15

1 stop22h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 17/8

18:05-06:50

1 stop23h 45m

$2,107

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 31/8

11:45-12:40

1 stop37h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 6/9

13:45-06:50

2 stops28h 05m

$2,164

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 30/8

11:45-07:10

2 stops32h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 6/9

14:55-06:50

1 stop26h 55m

$2,211

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 30/8

11:45-21:15

1 stop22h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 6/9

18:05-06:50

1 stop23h 45m

$2,272
Fastest return journey

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 26/8

11:45-19:55

1 stop21h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 2/9

18:50-06:50

1 stop23h 00m

$2,325

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 14/10

07:40-17:20

2 stops23h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 28/10

15:00-06:15

2 stops25h 15m

$2,326

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 28/12

14:05-08:20

1 stop32h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 8/1

23:55-06:25

2 stops40h 30m

$3,551

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 1/12

08:30-16:50

2 stops22h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 1/1

19:10-11:00

2 stops25h 50m

$3,639

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 22/8

07:25-20:45

3 stops26h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 4/9

18:05-09:45

2 stops26h 40m

$3,685

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $1,286). Flying from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $3,242). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Reviews last updated 1 August 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, such as LATAM Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,967 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

JC,Jan 2026

FLN - GRU

Plane was late in FLN and missed connection in GRU. No alternative was given to me until 6 hours later and I was delayed by over 12 hours total.
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,967 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,967 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

JC,Jan 2026

FLN - GRU

Plane was late in FLN and missed connection in GRU. No alternative was given to me until 6 hours later and I was delayed by over 12 hours total.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    If you book a flight to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl from Sydney, you will be flying from Kingsford Smith, which is the city’s only airport. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is located 7.5 km from the centre of Sydney. There are 0 flights from Kingsford Smith to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl per day from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in 21h 55m. Fly via Qantas Airways or LATAM Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 13515 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $2,133, LATAM Airlines will fly you from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport and back. In addition to LATAM Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. LATAM Airlines is currently priced 14% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $1,286). Flying from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $3,242). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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LATAM AirlinesCheapest$2,133Average$2,821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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