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Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, Brazil to Sydney from $1,242

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 18/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GIG — SYD
4 Feb — 11 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in April or February, booked 27 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG) to Sydney (SYD). 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 30 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,903

One-way from

$1,242

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$3,535
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 6/4-9/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 15m total
  • Rio de Janeiro to Sydney
18/2
  • 18/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 10m total
  • Rio de Janeiro to Sydney
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($918 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($164 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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

Cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 January 2025.

Fri 15/818:05GIG - SYD
1 stop23h 40mLATAM Airlines
Fri 22/812:10SYD - GIG
1 stop21h 45mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 29/1$2,898
Sat 15/221:55GIG - SYD
2 stops45h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/310:20SYD - GIG
2 stops37h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/1$2,976
Sat 25/1014:45GIG - SYD
2 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/1108:10SYD - GIG
2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/1$2,996
Sun 19/1016:35GIG - SYD
2 stops53h 15mBritish Airways
Sun 16/1116:20SYD - GIG
3 stops55h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 29/1$3,044
Sun 13/403:30GIG - SYD
1 stop37h 35mEmirates
Wed 23/410:25SYD - GIG
2 stops66h 40mEmirates
Deal found 29/1$3,073
Sat 28/621:40GIG - SYD
3 stops56h 30mTurkish Airlines
Tue 15/721:05SYD - GIG
3 stops50h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 29/1$3,164
Tue 21/1022:05GIG - SYD
2 stops42h 05mKLM
Sun 16/1111:45SYD - GIG
3 stops44h 55mKLM
Deal found 29/1$3,236
Fri 17/1019:55GIG - SYD
2 stops56h 15mQatar Airways
Wed 19/1121:40SYD - GIG
2 stops53h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 29/1$3,304
Sat 5/423:00GIG - SYD
2 stops43h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/509:10SYD - GIG
2 stops36h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 29/1$3,448

Find flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Sydney within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Sydney 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 30 January 2025.

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Rio de JaneiroSydney

GIG - SYD

GIGSYD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 6/4

10:35-06:45

1 stop31h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 9/5

12:10-17:15

1 stop18h 05m

$2,903

Rio de JaneiroSydney

GIG - SYD

GIGSYD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 15/2

21:55-09:05

2 stops45h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 9/3

10:20-09:35

2 stops37h 15m

$2,976

Rio de JaneiroSydney

GIG - SYD

GIGSYD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 22/3

03:45-22:30

1 stop28h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 11/7

21:10-15:50

1 stop31h 40m

$3,060

Rio de JaneiroSydney

GIG - SYD

GIGSYD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 28/6

21:40-19:10

3 stops56h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 15/7

21:05-10:35

3 stops50h 30m

$3,164

Rio de JaneiroSydney

GIG - SYD

GIGSYD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 28/6

21:55-17:15

1 stop30h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 2/7

07:00-17:20

2 stops23h 20m

$3,230

Rio de JaneiroSydney

GIG - SYD

GIGSYD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 10/4

05:15-17:10

2 stops46h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/5

20:45-17:50

2 stops58h 05m

$3,370

Rio de JaneiroSydney

GIG - SYD

GIGSYD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 5/4

23:00-07:05

2 stops43h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 10/5

09:10-08:20

2 stops36h 10m

$3,448

Rio de JaneiroSydney

GIG - SYD

GIGSYD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 27/3

20:40-07:35

2 stops44h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 27/4

10:05-19:45

3 stops46h 40m

$3,668

Rio de JaneiroSydney

GIG - SYD

GIGSYD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 15/2

18:10-06:55

2 stops46h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 7/3

16:20-14:35

3 stops60h 15m

$3,930

Rio de JaneiroSydney

GIG - SYD

GIGSYD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 18/2

05:35-19:45

3 stops48h 10m

$1,242

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Travel insights for flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Sydney

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 24 January 2025.

Booking 27 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Sydney. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Sydney?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 January 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Sydney as you normally would.

Rainfall in Sydney by month

Plan your trip to Sydney by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sydney ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Sydney when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Sydney by month

Plan your trip to Sydney by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated 30 January 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Rio de Janeiro to Sydney, such as Emirates, KLM and Qatar Airways. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Sydney. 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 into for flights to Sydney from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    If you book a flight to Sydney from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, you will be flying to 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 Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Kingsford Smith per day from 1 airline.

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

    Flying on LATAM Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Sydney, with prices starting at $2,903. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Emirates, with the lowest prices starting at $2,976 and $3,060, respectively. You may be able to fly from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Sydney for 2% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $1,760 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $1,864 and LATAM Airlines from $2,046 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Sydney that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Sydney?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Sydney 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 Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Sydney?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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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