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$1,261+ Cheap flights to Rio de Janeiro

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30 May — 6 Jun1
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 30 April 2026.

Sun 18/1010:10
SYD
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GIG
2 stops60h 10m
American Airlines
Thu 5/1123:55
GIG
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SYD
2 stops43h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 26/4$2,144
Sun 1/1111:15
SYD
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GIG
2 stops36h 10m
American Airlines
Sun 15/1123:55
GIG
-
SYD
2 stops43h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 28/4$2,146
Wed 27/509:10
SYD
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GIG
2 stops36h 10m
American Airlines
Wed 3/622:10
GIG
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SYD
2 stops43h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 27/4$2,149
Sat 6/609:10
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GIG
2 stops60h 10m
American Airlines
Wed 10/622:10
GIG
-
SYD
2 stops67h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 28/4$2,151
Sun 4/1010:10
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GIG
2 stops36h 10m
American Airlines
Sun 11/1022:10
GIG
-
SYD
2 stops67h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 27/4$2,152
Mon 8/609:10
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GIG
2 stops36h 10m
American Airlines
Mon 15/622:10
GIG
-
SYD
2 stops43h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 25/4$2,160
Mon 26/1011:15
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GIG
2 stops36h 10m
American Airlines
Thu 19/1123:55
GIG
-
SYD
2 stops43h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 30/4$2,247
Mon 1/609:10
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GIG
2 stops60h 10m
American Airlines
Tue 9/622:10
GIG
-
SYD
2 stops43h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 26/4$2,250
Fri 17/709:10
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GIG
2 stops60h 10m
American Airlines
Wed 22/722:10
GIG
-
SYD
2 stops43h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 27/4$2,355
Mon 1/608:25
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GIG
2 stops21h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Fri 19/618:10
GIG
-
SYD
1 stop23h 40m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 29/4$2,372
Tue 20/1010:20
SYD
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SDU
3 stops44h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1113:45
SDU
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SYD
3 stops53h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$2,667
Sun 23/811:45
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SDU
2 stops33h 50m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 26/813:55
SDU
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SYD
2 stops27h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 26/4$2,695

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 30 April 2026.

Return from

$2,144

One-way from

$1,328

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$2,579
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 18/10-5/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 103h 15m total
  • Sydney to Rio de Janeiro
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23/7
  • 23/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 32h 00m total
  • Sydney to Rio de Janeiro
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($247 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($89 potential savings vs. average return price).
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SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 6/6

09:10-08:20

2 stops60h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 10/6

22:10-07:05

2 stops67h 55m

$2,151

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 4/10

10:10-08:20

2 stops36h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 11/10

22:10-08:05

2 stops67h 55m

$2,152

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 12/6

11:45-17:20

1 stop18h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 19/6

18:10-09:45

2 stops26h 35m

$2,442

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 10/7

11:40-10:20

2 stops35h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 27/7

19:25-06:50

1 stop22h 25m

$2,509
Fastest return journey

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/6

11:45-17:20

1 stop18h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 15/6

18:05-06:50

1 stop23h 45m

$2,531

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/6

11:45-06:20

2 stops31h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 25/6

18:10-06:50

1 stop23h 40m

$2,569

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 13/6

11:45-06:20

2 stops31h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 20/6

13:45-06:50

1 stop28h 05m

$2,580

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 21/7

11:45-00:05

2 stops25h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 28/7

07:10-06:50

2 stops34h 40m

$2,674

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - SDU

SYDSDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/6

20:45-08:35

2 stops72h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 25/6

20:15-06:10

2 stops44h 55m

$2,938

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - SDU

SYDSDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/6

20:45-08:35

2 stops72h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 17/6

20:15-06:10

2 stops44h 55m

$2,950

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

When is the best time to book a flight to Rio de Janeiro?

The price you pay for your flight to Rio de Janeiro may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 77 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Rio de Janeiro?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro takes 27 hours 52 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, Qantas Airways and American Airlines.

LATAM Airlines
LATAM Airlines
From $1,605
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $1,258
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
From $1,824
American Airlines
American Airlines
From $1,104

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 30 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Cathay Pacific,Qantas Airways, 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.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,310 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Jasper,Mar 2026

SFO - HKG

Food and comfort. Rice was kinda dry and hard. Ratio of protein to starch was menial.i probably found two chunks of chicken on the stew. Seats were tight. Very cramped. It was a bit warm during the flight. My check in baggage was separated from my connection ting flight. Had to wait a few hours in the airport, costing me extra cash for the driver to wait. I dont think ill be ever flying cathay pacific ever again.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,310 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,310 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Jasper,Mar 2026

SFO - HKG

Food and comfort. Rice was kinda dry and hard. Ratio of protein to starch was menial.i probably found two chunks of chicken on the stew. Seats were tight. Very cramped. It was a bit warm during the flight. My check in baggage was separated from my connection ting flight. Had to wait a few hours in the airport, costing me extra cash for the driver to wait. I dont think ill be ever flying cathay pacific ever again.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,028 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,310 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Jasper,Mar 2026

SFO - HKG

Food and comfort. Rice was kinda dry and hard. Ratio of protein to starch was menial.i probably found two chunks of chicken on the stew. Seats were tight. Very cramped. It was a bit warm during the flight. My check in baggage was separated from my connection ting flight. Had to wait a few hours in the airport, costing me extra cash for the driver to wait. I dont think ill be ever flying cathay pacific ever again.
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,911 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,310 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Jasper,Mar 2026

SFO - HKG

Food and comfort. Rice was kinda dry and hard. Ratio of protein to starch was menial.i probably found two chunks of chicken on the stew. Seats were tight. Very cramped. It was a bit warm during the flight. My check in baggage was separated from my connection ting flight. Had to wait a few hours in the airport, costing me extra cash for the driver to wait. I dont think ill be ever flying cathay pacific ever again.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,681 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,310 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Jasper,Mar 2026

SFO - HKG

Food and comfort. Rice was kinda dry and hard. Ratio of protein to starch was menial.i probably found two chunks of chicken on the stew. Seats were tight. Very cramped. It was a bit warm during the flight. My check in baggage was separated from my connection ting flight. Had to wait a few hours in the airport, costing me extra cash for the driver to wait. I dont think ill be ever flying cathay pacific ever again.

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–Galeão Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Rio de Janeiro. One-way flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl typically cost $222, while return flights cost around $789.

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

    A return flight to Rio de Janeiro will typically cost around $801, however they can be found for as little as $789.

  • 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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