Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3. The city is 14 hours behind Sydney, where Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located.
Leave enough time to make your SYD to Rio De Janeiro flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When searching for flight tickets from SYD to Rio De Janeiro, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
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Travelling from central Sydney to SYD takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near SYD:
69.62% of flights that leave from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Rio De Janeiro
$1,316 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight. A return flight ticket starts at $2,300. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from SYD to Rio De Janeiro. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rio De Janeiro throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is around 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Rio De Janeiro's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from SYD to Rio De Janeiro.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Once your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rio De Janeiro has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 15 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near SDU. Settle in and get cosy after your SYD to Rio De Janeiro flight at any of these well-located options:
Foco, Localiza and Movida make picking up a Santos Dumont Airport rental car simple. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Find your way to the city centre after your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rio De Janeiro has landed. Central Rio De Janeiro is around 32 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 40 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your trip by staying at a hotel near RRJ after your SYD to Rio De Janeiro flight. Recover from a day of travel or simply take a moment to get your footing in a new city at:
Ready to roll? Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car from Localiza and start your trip without stressing about how to reach your destination.
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rio De Janeiro is a good move. As well as better deals, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Before scheduling your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rio De Janeiro, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Rio De Janeiro offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SYD to Rio De Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 17ºC and 27ºC.
More about Rio De Janeiro
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Rio De Janeiro right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rio De Janeiro:
Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Rio De Janeiro itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Copacabana Beach.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Rio De Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista.
Belo Horizonte is another well-known destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. No journey is complete without a visit to Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.