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Cheap flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, Brazil from $1,238

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 22/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — GIG
7 Jul — 14 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl are usually found in July or May, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Monday

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

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 2 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,738

One-way from

$1,238

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$2,410
15/8-22/8
  • 15/8-22/8
  • 5 total stops
  • 68h 20m total
  • Sydney to Rio de Janeiro
22/8
  • 22/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 44h 55m total
  • Sydney to Rio de Janeiro
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($1,055 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($143 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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

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 2 July 2025.

Fri 15/812:20SYD - GIG
2 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 22/807:55GIG - SYD
3 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$1,738
Sun 3/812:20SYD - GIG
1 stop21h 45mLATAM Airlines
Sun 10/812:50GIG - SYD
1 stop28h 55mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 29/6$1,887
Thu 14/811:30SYD - GIG
1 stop22h 35mQantas Airways
Thu 21/822:05GIG - SYD
1 stop30h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 30/6$2,109
Tue 2/909:10SYD - GIG
2 stops60h 10mAmerican Airlines
Tue 16/923:00GIG - SYD
2 stops43h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 29/6$2,133

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 2 July 2025.
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Sydney

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Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 15/8

12:20-08:15

2 stops32h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 22/8

07:55-08:20

3 stops35h 25m

$1,738

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 3/8

12:20-21:05

1 stop21h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 10/8

12:50-06:45

1 stop28h 55m

$1,887

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 14/8

11:30-21:05

1 stop22h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 21/8

22:05-17:15

1 stop30h 10m

$2,109

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 2/9

09:10-08:20

2 stops60h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 16/9

23:00-07:05

2 stops43h 05m

$2,133

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 22/8

16:20-00:15

3 stops44h 55m

$1,238

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 24/8

12:20-21:05

1 stop21h 45m

$1,353

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 15/11

11:05-10:15

2 stops61h 10m

$1,457

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/12

11:15-09:25

2 stops36h 10m

$1,759

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/12

11:50-09:35

1 stop35h 45m

$2,320

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 23/8

20:10-15:50

1 stop32h 40m

$2,402

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Deals found on 30/6

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is 62 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SYD to GIG?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 2 July 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 8% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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 2 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, such as Emirates, Cathay Pacific, andLATAM Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,June 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,June 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,June 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,June 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,June 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,June 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Related info for your journey

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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 3 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,887, 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. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qantas Airways and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $2,109 and $2,133, respectively. LATAM Airlines is currently priced 33% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is LATAM Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $1,353. However, be on the lookout for offers from Cathay Pacific and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport for a low price.

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

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

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Top 3 airlines flying from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 2 July 2025.
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American AirlinesCheapest$2,022Average$2,311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,252Average$2,792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapest$2,351Average$3,303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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