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$1,315+ Cheap flights to Rio de Janeiro

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— GIG
5 Mar — 12 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Rio de Janeiro in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 3 February 2026.

Mon 4/508:25
SYD
-
GIG
2 stops21h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Fri 8/518:05
GIG
-
SYD
2 stops26h 40m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 2/2$1,699
Mon 10/808:25
SYD
-
GIG
2 stops21h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 30/818:05
GIG
-
SYD
1 stop23h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 2/2$1,722
Mon 23/208:30
SYD
-
GIG
2 stops22h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Mon 9/318:40
GIG
-
SYD
2 stops24h 50m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 2/2$1,863
Mon 23/208:45
SYD
-
GIG
2 stops21h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/304:50
GIG
-
SYD
3 stops26h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$1,941
Tue 1/1211:10
SYD
-
SDU
2 stops25h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 15/1213:55
SDU
-
SYD
2 stops26h 25m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/2$2,491
Tue 17/311:10
SYD
-
SDU
2 stops25h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 24/314:00
SDU
-
SYD
2 stops26h 15m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 31/1$2,568
Tue 10/311:10
SYD
-
SDU
2 stops25h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 19/314:00
SDU
-
SYD
2 stops26h 15m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 31/1$2,626
Tue 4/814:50
SYD
-
SDU
2 stops38h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/820:15
SDU
-
SYD
2 stops45h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$2,765
Tue 4/814:50
SYD
-
SDU
2 stops35h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 11/820:15
SDU
-
SYD
2 stops45h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/2$2,827
Mon 23/211:50
SYD
-
SDU
2 stops42h 55m
United Airlines
Mon 9/313:50
SDU
-
SYD
2 stops51h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$2,860
Wed 18/311:10
SYD
-
SDU
2 stops34h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/313:50
SDU
-
SYD
2 stops26h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2$2,966
Tue 10/311:10
SYD
-
SDU
2 stops25h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 19/314:00
SDU
-
SYD
3 stops63h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1$3,004

Find flight deals to Rio de Janeiro

Find the latest flights to Rio de Janeiro in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 3 February 2026.

Return from

$1,699

One-way from

$1,315

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$2,506
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 4/5-8/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 48h 35m total
  • Sydney to Rio de Janeiro
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8/2
  • 8/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 55m total
  • Sydney to Rio de Janeiro
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($88 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/3

11:10-21:20

2 stops24h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 9/3

12:30-09:00

2 stops30h 30m

$2,318

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 24/4

11:45-20:30

2 stops21h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 29/4

12:20-06:50

1 stop29h 30m

$2,370

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/3

12:20-22:55

1 stop24h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 22/3

04:50-17:40

2 stops22h 50m

$2,626

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - SDU

SYDSDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/3

11:10-22:10

2 stops25h 00m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 19/3

14:00-06:15

2 stops26h 15m

$2,626

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/2

11:10-23:00

1 stop25h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 22/2

23:55-08:15

2 stops42h 20m

$2,637

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/3

11:10-21:20

2 stops24h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 9/3

04:50-20:50

3 stops26h 00m

$2,760

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - SDU

SYDSDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/3

11:10-22:10

2 stops25h 00m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 24/3

14:00-06:15

2 stops26h 15m

$2,778

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - SDU

SYDSDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 23/2

11:50-16:45

2 stops42h 55m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 9/3

13:50-07:00

2 stops51h 10m

$2,860

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - SDU

SYDSDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/3

21:15-07:40

3 stops72h 25m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 31/3

13:55-20:10

3 stops64h 15m

$3,173

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - SDU

SYDSDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/4

14:50-08:35

2 stops54h 45m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 4/5

20:15-06:15

2 stops45h 00m

$3,265

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Rio de Janeiro State

How long is the flight to Rio de Janeiro?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro takes 28 hours 37 minutes. Flights to Rio de Janeiro from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro are LATAM Airlines, Cathay Pacific and Qantas Airways.

LATAM Airlines
LATAM Airlines
From $1,610
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
From $1,876
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $1,294
Emirates
Emirates
From $2,845

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro are Qantas Airways, American Airlines and LATAM Airlines.

Rainfall in Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rio de Janeiro ranges from 40.0 - 130.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Rio de Janeiro when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rio de Janeiro, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro. 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. Reviews last updated 3 February 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Cathay Pacific, andLATAM Airlines to Brazil. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,495 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,495 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,495 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,155 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,495 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,918 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,495 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
985 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,495 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,215 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,495 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

FAQs about flying to Rio de Janeiro

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Rio de Janeiro if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Rio de Janeiro on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, American Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Rio de Janeiro?

    Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Rio de Janeiro. One-way flights to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont typically cost $57, while return flights cost around $51.

  • How much is a return flight to Rio de Janeiro?

    A return flight to Rio de Janeiro will typically cost around $140, however they can be found for as little as $109.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Rio de Janeiro depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Rio de Janeiro, Melbourne offers the quickest one-way flight (18 hours 20 minutes).

  • Does Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    Yes. Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Escondidinho Bar, hostel e casa de festas is the closest property to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (1.6 km away from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl).

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