Flying from Rio De Janeiro to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Rio De Janeiro. Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) jetting off from here.
Sydney is 14 hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located in Sydney, which operates on the UTC+11 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Rio De Janeiro to SYD, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Whether you'd prefer to visit a new place on the way or just take a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options taking off from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport (DXB) is a stop you can make on your flight from Rio De Janeiro to SYD.
From central Rio De Janeiro, GIG is around 18 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
About Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near SYD:
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Sydney. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes around 27 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
For a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, $1,332 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just $2,597. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary based on availability.
We recommend booking as soon as you can to secure flight tickets from Rio De Janeiro to SYD. You're more likely to snag a great deal and have more options for flight times and dates.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head for Sydney in April when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Sydney is January, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Rio De Janeiro to SYD in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Sydney
After booking your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sydney:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Sydney is to check out its leading attractions. Some highlights include Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach.
Complete your Sydney trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Sydney. Explore the deals and easily compare options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.