How long does it take to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

The flight from Australia to Rio de Janeiro depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Melbourne (a popular airport in Australia) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Rio de Janeiro), then the flight time is 22h 35m on average. If you fly from Sydney (another popular airport in Australia) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 23h 27m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Australia to Rio de Janeiro?

LATAM Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Australia to Rio de Janeiro

Which airlines fly to Rio de Janeiro?

LATAM Airlines, American Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro from Australia according to our data. LATAM Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 82% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Rio de Janeiro. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to Rio de Janeiro?

Prices for flights from Australia to Rio de Janeiro refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australia to Rio de Janeiro?

As of August 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Australia to Rio de Janeiro.

How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to Rio de Janeiro?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Australia to Rio de Janeiro.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Rio de Janeiro trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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09:10 - 08:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

60h 10m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Miami

22:10 - 07:05GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

43h 55m2 stops Miami Los Angeles Los Angeles

$2,091British Airways

Sat, 5 Sep - Fri, 18 Sep

11:20 - 06:15SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

32h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Miami

23:55 - 09:00GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

43h 05m2 stops Miami Los Angeles Los Angeles

$2,129American Airlines

Thu, 19 Nov - Fri, 19 Feb

11:20 - 10:15SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

36h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles New York John F Kennedy Intl

23:55 - 09:00GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

67h 05m2 stops Miami Los Angeles Los Angeles

$2,129American Airlines

Sun, 15 Nov - Tue, 16 Feb

11:20 - 09:25SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

36h 05m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Miami

22:30 - 09:00GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

44h 30m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles Los Angeles

$2,129American Airlines

Sun, 15 Nov - Thu, 18 Feb

13:00 - 17:20MEL Melbourne-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

18h 20m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

19:10 - 10:05GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MEL Melbourne

24h 55m2 stops Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,333LATAM Airlines

Sat, 10 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov

12:00 - 17:20MEL Melbourne-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

18h 20m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

19:25 - 05:50GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MEL Melbourne

21h 25m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

$2,401LATAM Airlines

Thu, 3 Sep - Mon, 7 Sep

07:45 - 17:20MEL Melbourne-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

22h 35m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

22:25 - 23:35GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MEL Melbourne

36h 10m2 stops Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,559Qantas Airways

Thu, 3 Sep - Mon, 7 Sep

23:50 - 21:15BNE Brisbane-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

34h 25m2 stops Auckland Intl Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

19:25 - 19:50GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-BNE Brisbane

35h 25m2 stops Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Auckland Intl

$2,650Multiple Airlines

Sat, 3 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct

10:30 - 08:15BNE Brisbane-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

34h 45m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl

21:55 - 07:30GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-BNE Brisbane

44h 35m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco

$2,781United Airlines

Tue, 29 Sep - Fri, 6 Nov

10:30 - 08:15BNE Brisbane-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

58h 45m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl

21:55 - 07:30GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-BNE Brisbane

68h 35m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco

$2,781United Airlines

Fri, 2 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov

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09:10 - 08:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

36h 10m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Miami

22:10 - 07:05GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

43h 55m2 stops Miami Los Angeles Los Angeles

$2,127American Airlines

Thu, 27 Aug - Thu, 10 Sep

09:10 - 08:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

36h 10m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Miami

22:10 - 07:05GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

43h 55m2 stops Miami Los Angeles Los Angeles

$2,247American Airlines

Thu, 27 Aug - Fri, 4 Sep

12:20 - 17:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

18h 00m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

22:25 - 17:40GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

30h 15m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

$2,386Multiple Airlines

Thu, 27 Aug - Thu, 10 Sep

12:20 - 10:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

35h 00m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

18:05 - 17:40GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

34h 35m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

$2,676Qantas Airways

Sun, 23 Aug - Mon, 7 Sep

12:20 - 08:05SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

32h 45m2 stops Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

22:25 - 17:40GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

30h 15m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

$2,701Qantas Airways

Thu, 27 Aug - Thu, 10 Sep

09:10 - 08:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

36h 10m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Miami

22:10 - 07:30GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

44h 20m2 stops Miami Los Angeles Los Angeles

$2,781Iberia

Sun, 23 Aug - Mon, 7 Sep

11:45 - 17:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

18h 35m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

18:05 - 06:50GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

23h 45m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

$2,820LATAM Airlines

Thu, 27 Aug - Fri, 4 Sep

11:45 - 17:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

18h 35m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

19:25 - 09:30GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 05m2 stops Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Melbourne

$2,838LATAM Airlines

Sun, 23 Aug - Mon, 7 Sep

11:45 - 21:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

23h 00m2 stops Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

16:10 - 06:50GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 40m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

$2,841LATAM Airlines

Thu, 27 Aug - Fri, 4 Sep

08:25 - 06:15SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

34h 50m3 stops Melbourne Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Lima J Chavez Intl

18:05 - 09:30GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 25m2 stops Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Melbourne

$2,972LATAM Airlines

Thu, 27 Aug - Fri, 4 Sep

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LATAM Airlines flights from Australia to Rio de Janeiro

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LATAM Airlines

10 Oct

MEL13:00Melbourne

18h 20m

1 stop

GIG17:20Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

7 Nov

GIG19:10Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

24h 55m

2 stops

MEL10:05Melbourne

$2,333

LATAM Airlines

3 Sept

MEL12:00Melbourne

18h 20m

1 stop

GIG17:20Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

7 Sept

GIG19:25Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

21h 25m

1 stop

MEL05:50Melbourne

$2,401

LATAM Airlines

16 Feb

SYD08:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

22h 05m

2 stops

GIG16:50Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

9 Mar

GIG19:10Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

23h 50m

2 stops

SYD09:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,432

Emirates flights from Australia to Rio de Janeiro

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Emirates

12 Sept

ADL06:00Adelaide

70h 20m

2 stops

GIG15:50Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

15 Sept

GIG03:05Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

28h 30m

1 stop

ADL20:05Adelaide

$3,327

Emirates

12 Sept

ADL06:00Adelaide

70h 20m

2 stops

GIG15:50Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

15 Sept

GIG03:05Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

28h 30m

1 stop

ADL20:05Adelaide

$3,329

Emirates

12 Sept

ADL16:30Adelaide

59h 50m

2 stops

GIG15:50Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

15 Sept

GIG03:05Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

28h 30m

1 stop

ADL20:05Adelaide

$3,333

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SydneyRio de Janeiro

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

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 5/9

09:10-08:20

2 stops60h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 18/9

22:10-07:05

2 stops43h 55m

$2,091

SydneyRio de Janeiro

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

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/11

11:20-06:15

2 stops32h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 19/2

23:55-09:00

2 stops43h 05m

$2,129

SydneyRio de Janeiro

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

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/11

11:20-10:15

2 stops36h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 16/2

23:55-09:00

2 stops67h 05m

$2,129

SydneyRio de Janeiro

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

SYDGIG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/11

11:20-09:25

2 stops36h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 18/2

22:30-09:00

2 stops44h 30m

$2,129

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL Melbourne - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

MELGIG

Melbourne

Sat 10/10

13:00-17:20

1 stop18h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 7/11

19:10-10:05

2 stops24h 55m

$2,333

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MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL Melbourne - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

MELGIG

Melbourne

Thu 3/9

12:00-17:20

1 stop18h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 7/9

19:25-05:50

1 stop21h 25m

$2,401

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL Melbourne - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

MELGIG

Melbourne

Thu 3/9

07:45-17:20

2 stops22h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 7/9

22:25-23:35

2 stops36h 10m

$2,559

BrisbaneRio de Janeiro

BNE Brisbane - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

BNEGIG

Brisbane

Sat 3/10

23:50-21:15

2 stops34h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 24/10

19:25-19:50

2 stops35h 25m

$2,650

BrisbaneRio de Janeiro

BNE Brisbane - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

BNEGIG

Brisbane

Tue 29/9

10:30-08:15

2 stops34h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 6/11

21:55-07:30

2 stops44h 35m

$2,781

BrisbaneRio de Janeiro

BNE Brisbane - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

BNEGIG

Brisbane

Fri 2/10

10:30-08:15

2 stops58h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 7/11

21:55-07:30

2 stops68h 35m

$2,781

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

The cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro from Australia is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $2,132, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Rio de Janeiro during the month of February, then departing from Australia during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $2,228.

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Best price found	$937
Fastest flight time	20h 05m
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The best one-way flight to Rio de Janeiro from Australia in the past 72 hours is $937. The best return flight deal from Australia to Rio de Janeiro found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $2,091.

The fastest flight from Australia to Rio de Janeiro takes 20h 05m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to Rio de Janeiro?
Prices for flights from Australia to Rio de Janeiro refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australia to Rio de Janeiro?
As of August 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Australia to Rio de Janeiro.
How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to Rio de Janeiro?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Australia to Rio de Janeiro.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Rio de Janeiro trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,102	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,989 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $1,890	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,990 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $2,612	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,112 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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