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Cheap flights from Australia to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from $1,200

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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — RIO
26 Mar — 2 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Rio de Janeiro

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 February 2026.

Sat 14/308:40
BNE
-
GIG
2 stops36h 45m
American Airlines
Wed 18/322:55
GIG
-
BNE
2 stops65h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,908
Mon 20/409:10
SYD
-
GIG
2 stops36h 10m
American Airlines
Mon 4/522:10
GIG
-
SYD
2 stops67h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 20/2$2,143
Mon 20/409:10
SYD
-
GIG
2 stops36h 10m
British Airways
Wed 29/422:10
GIG
-
SYD
2 stops43h 55m
British Airways
Deal found 24/2$2,153
Mon 25/508:25
SYD
-
GIG
2 stops21h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 31/518:05
GIG
-
SYD
1 stop23h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 23/2$2,173
Sat 7/311:10
SYD
-
GIG
1 stop25h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 10/317:15
GIG
-
SYD
1 stop23h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 20/2$2,183
Mon 25/508:25
SYD
-
GIG
2 stops21h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 7/613:40
GIG
-
SYD
1 stop28h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 20/2$2,189
Thu 9/411:45
SYD
-
GIG
1 stop18h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 16/413:40
GIG
-
SYD
1 stop28h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 23/2$2,193
Tue 17/311:10
SYD
-
GIG
1 stop25h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 1/413:40
GIG
-
SYD
1 stop28h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 24/2$2,207
Sat 19/911:45
SYD
-
GIG
1 stop18h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 15/1013:40
GIG
-
SYD
1 stop27h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 23/2$2,213
Sat 7/311:10
SYD
-
GIG
2 stops26h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Fri 20/315:10
GIG
-
SYD
1 stop25h 05m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 20/2$2,217
Mon 23/312:30
MEL
-
GIG
1 stop24h 25m
LATAM Airlines
Mon 30/323:20
GIG
-
MEL
3 stops65h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 22/2$2,235
Mon 22/608:15
MEL
-
GIG
2 stops22h 05m
LATAM Airlines
Mon 27/719:25
GIG
-
MEL
1 stop21h 15m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 23/2$2,244

Find flight deals from Australia to Rio de Janeiro

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Rio de Janeiro flight deals. Data was last updated 24 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,908

One-way from

$1,200

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$2,342
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 14/3-18/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 102h 20m total
  • Australia to Rio de Janeiro
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LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 12/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 20m total
  • Australia to Rio de Janeiro
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($301 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($124 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to Rio de Janeiro 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 24 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to Rio de Janeiro that are best for you.

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Australia

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Rio de Janeiro

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/3

11:20-06:15

2 stops56h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 22/3

23:00-09:00

2 stops44h 00m

$2,258

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Mon 9/3

12:30-21:20

2 stops22h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 24/3

17:15-05:25

1 stop22h 10m

$2,299

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Tue 2/6

08:00-17:20

2 stops22h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 12/6

18:05-11:40

2 stops28h 35m

$2,403

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 8/4

11:45-20:45

2 stops22h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 15/4

14:55-06:50

2 stops26h 55m

$2,415

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/4

11:45-17:20

1 stop18h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 4/5

13:45-06:50

2 stops28h 05m

$2,424

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - GIG

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/4

11:45-20:45

2 stops22h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 28/4

13:40-06:50

1 stop28h 10m

$2,449

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Wed 8/4

12:00-20:45

2 stops21h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 20/4

12:20-05:40

1 stop28h 20m

$2,466

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Mon 18/5

12:00-08:00

2 stops33h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 7/6

13:40-10:20

2 stops31h 40m

$2,472

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD - SDU

SYDSDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 9/4

11:45-22:10

2 stops23h 25m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 16/4

13:55-06:50

2 stops27h 55m

$2,480

BrisbaneRio de Janeiro

BNE - GIG

BNEGIG

Brisbane

Sat 11/4

06:30-22:00

2 stops28h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 18/4

12:20-11:30

2 stops34h 10m

$2,496

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 24/2

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Rio de Janeiro

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to Rio de Janeiro

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to Rio de Janeiro?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Rio de Janeiro (average of $1,371). Flying from Australia to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,663). 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

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 24 February 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Cathay Pacific, andLATAM Airlines from Australia to Rio de Janeiro have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,533 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,533 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,533 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,179 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,533 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,918 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,533 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
997 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,533 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,343 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,533 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to Rio de Janeiro. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Australia to Rio de Janeiro?

    For as low as $2,299, American Airlines can have you in Rio de Janeiro from Australia in 22h 50m. The distance between Australia and Rio de Janeiro is about 13229 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Australia to Rio de Janeiro?

    When deciding which route to take from Australia to Rio de Janeiro, consider Melbourne - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Melbourne - Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont or Sydney Kingsford Smith - Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont, as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Australia to Rio de Janeiro that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to Rio de Janeiro?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Australia to Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to Rio de Janeiro 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 Australia to Rio de Janeiro?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Rio de Janeiro (average of $1,371). Flying from Australia to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,663). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,118Average$1,763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapest$1,585Average$2,703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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United AirlinesCheapest$2,649Average$2,664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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