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Cheap flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from $1,335

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 11/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — RIO
9 Sep — 16 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 August 2026.

Mon 7/909:10 -
2 stops60h 10m
Sun 13/922:10 -
2 stops43h 55m
Deal found 9/8$2,100
Sat 22/809:10 -
2 stops60h 10m
Fri 4/922:10 -
2 stops43h 55m
Deal found 8/8$2,137
Mon 7/909:10 -
2 stops36h 10m
Tue 22/922:10 -
2 stops43h 55m
Deal found 5/8$2,146
Sun 16/809:10 -
2 stops60h 10m
Wed 19/822:10 -
2 stops43h 55m
Deal found 7/8$2,243
Fri 7/806:00 -
2 stops24h 20m
Fri 14/819:25 -
2 stops29h 15m
Deal found 6/8$2,312
Thu 22/1010:10 -
2 stops36h 10m
Fri 20/1123:55 -
2 stops43h 05m
Deal found 6/8$2,394
Thu 3/911:46 -
2 stops23h 09m
Sat 12/913:55 -
2 stops27h 55m
Deal found 5/8$2,505
Tue 8/911:45 -
2 stops23h 10m
Wed 16/913:55 -
2 stops27h 55m
Deal found 8/8$2,509
Thu 3/911:46 -
2 stops33h 49m
Thu 10/913:55 -
2 stops27h 55m
Deal found 6/8$2,513
Thu 3/911:45 -
2 stops33h 50m
Fri 30/1018:55 -
3 stops47h 05m
Deal found 6/8$2,600
Thu 3/911:45 -
2 stops23h 10m
Mon 14/913:55 -
2 stops27h 55m
Deal found 6/8$2,707
Thu 22/1012:45 -
2 stops23h 20m
Fri 20/1110:10 -
2 stops30h 05m
Deal found 6/8$2,716

Find flight deals from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO). 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 10 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,100

One-way from

$1,335

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,447
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 7/9-13/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 104h 05m total
  • Sydney to Rio de Janeiro
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11/11
  • 11/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 25m total
  • Sydney to Rio de Janeiro
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($383 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($120 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 10 August 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro that are best for you.

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Cheapest return flight

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/2

11:20-08:20

2 stops35h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 8/2

23:55-09:00

2 stops43h 05m

$2,238
Fastest return journey

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 22/10

09:00-17:20

2 stops22h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 20/11

17:40-06:15

1 stop22h 35m

$2,464

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 7/9

08:25-17:20

2 stops21h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 13/9

18:05-06:50

1 stop23h 45m

$2,489

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

SYDSDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 3/9

11:46-08:35

2 stops33h 49m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 10/9

13:55-06:50

2 stops27h 55m

$2,513

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 3/9

11:45-21:15

1 stop22h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 30/10

04:40-20:50

3 stops26h 10m

$2,527

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 26/10

11:10-21:15

1 stop24h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 19/11

19:10-06:15

1 stop21h 05m

$2,683

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 26/10

11:10-09:25

2 stops36h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 19/11

23:55-09:00

2 stops43h 05m

$2,700

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

SYDSDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 21/9

11:46-08:35

2 stops33h 49m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 28/9

06:15-06:50

2 stops35h 35m

$2,720

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 12/10

08:25-17:20

2 stops22h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 29/10

09:45-06:15

2 stops30h 30m

$2,721

SydneyRio de Janeiro

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 14/10

08:40-17:20

2 stops22h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 28/10

07:10-06:15

3 stops57h 05m

$2,750

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Rio de Janeiro from Sydney with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro (average of $2,256). Flying from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $3,315). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Sydney to Rio de Janeiro flights typically cost between $2,136 and $2,782 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $2,100 on British Airways (7 Sept–13 Sept).

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro?

Share of one-stop return flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Santiago (SCL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 99% of one-stop itineraries from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Santiago (SCL) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $3,049.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Santiago (SCL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 19h 11m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Dubai (DXB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 30m.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro, you should look to book at least 66 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 10 August 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Qantas Airways,LATAM Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,081 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Tania,May 2026

SYD - DFW

The trip was great and the flight attendants were lovely. It was my honeymoon and ai thought I lost my gold brecelet. They searched until they found it and gave us a bottle of champaign to celebrate our honeymoon. They were lovely!
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,081 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,081 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Tania,May 2026

SYD - DFW

The trip was great and the flight attendants were lovely. It was my honeymoon and ai thought I lost my gold brecelet. They searched until they found it and gave us a bottle of champaign to celebrate our honeymoon. They were lovely!
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,977 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,081 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Tania,May 2026

SYD - DFW

The trip was great and the flight attendants were lovely. It was my honeymoon and ai thought I lost my gold brecelet. They searched until they found it and gave us a bottle of champaign to celebrate our honeymoon. They were lovely!
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,902 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,081 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Tania,May 2026

SYD - DFW

The trip was great and the flight attendants were lovely. It was my honeymoon and ai thought I lost my gold brecelet. They searched until they found it and gave us a bottle of champaign to celebrate our honeymoon. They were lovely!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney 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.

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

    Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro. You should not have trouble finding flights to Rio de Janeiro from Kingsford Smith; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Rio de Janeiro per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights from the Sydney airport to Rio de Janeiro. It is only a 7.5 km journey to Kingsford Smith (SYD) from Sydney’s city centre.

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

    Departing from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro will take you 21h 55m. 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 round-trip?

    According to our current data, LATAM Airlines ($2,121), offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro. 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 that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney 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 Sydney to Rio de Janeiro.

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro (average of $2,256). Flying from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $3,315). 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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Fly from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 10 August 2026.
LATAM Airlines flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Rio de Janeiro
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Top airline flying from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Sydney to Rio de Janeiro. 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 10 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$2,121Average$2,804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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