RDU - SYD

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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
$1,598
Typical prices: $1,748-$2,010
Multiple Airlines
Mon 14/9Mon 21/9
RDU - SYD • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$920
Typical prices: $768-$913
Qantas Airways
Wed 5/8
RDU - SYD • 1 stop
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Cheapest • from $1,664 (return)
Best reviews • 7.5 score
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There are currently no direct flights between Raleigh and Sydney. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 24% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Sydney (RDU-SYD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Raleigh to Sydney that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Raleigh to Sydney

Mon, 14 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep
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06:35 - 11:50
RDU
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SYD
39h 15m
3 stops
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13:15 - 09:09
SYD
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RDU
33h 54m
3 stops
$1,598Multiple Airlines
Mon, 14 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep
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06:35 - 11:50
RDU
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SYD
39h 15m
3 stops
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06:00 - 09:09
SYD
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RDU
41h 09m
3 stops
$1,632Multiple Airlines
Mon, 14 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep
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06:35 - 11:50
RDU
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SYD
39h 15m
3 stops
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06:00 - 09:09
SYD
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RDU
41h 09m
3 stops
$1,649Multiple Airlines
Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
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09:10 - 07:20
RDU
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SYD
32h 10m
2 stops
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09:20 - 21:31
SYD
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RDU
26h 11m
2 stops
$1,664Air Canada
Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
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09:10 - 07:20
RDU
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SYD
32h 10m
2 stops
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09:20 - 21:31
SYD
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RDU
50h 11m
3 stops
$1,675Air Canada
Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
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09:10 - 07:20
RDU
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SYD
32h 10m
3 stops
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09:20 - 21:31
SYD
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RDU
50h 11m
3 stops
$1,687Air Canada
Tue, 11 Aug - Tue, 18 Aug
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18:00 - 07:05
RDU
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SYD
23h 05m
1 stop
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09:10 - 17:00
SYD
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RDU
21h 50m
1 stop
$1,707Qantas Airways
Sun, 23 Aug - Sun, 30 Aug
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18:00 - 07:05
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SYD
23h 05m
1 stop
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09:10 - 17:00
SYD
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RDU
21h 50m
1 stop
$1,708Qantas Airways
Sun, 16 Aug - Wed, 26 Aug
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19:24 - 06:55
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SYD
21h 31m
1 stop
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09:10 - 17:00
SYD
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RDU
21h 50m
1 stop
$1,710Qantas Airways
Sun, 13 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep
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09:10 - 07:20
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SYD
32h 10m
2 stops
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09:20 - 21:31
SYD
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RDU
26h 11m
2 stops
$1,714Air Canada
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Raleigh to Sydney flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Raleigh to Sydney to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Raleigh to Sydney?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Raleigh to Sydney departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Sydney from Raleigh usually cost between $1,847 and $2,103 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,598 on Multiple Airlines (14 Sept–21 Sept).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Sydney?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Raleigh to Sydney, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Raleigh to Sydney is November, where tickets cost $1,619 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $2,320 and $2,030 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Raleigh to Sydney?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Raleigh to Sydney, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Raleigh to Sydney, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 24% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

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Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$920
Best time to beat the crowds (8% less expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Raleigh to Sydney

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh to Sydney based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Raleigh to Sydney

  • Where can I stop on the way from Raleigh to Sydney?

    All flights from Raleigh to Sydney will stop at least once along the way. Passengers flying Qantas or American Airlines change planes at Dallas Forth Worth, United Airlines flights stop over in San Francisco while flights on Delta have a layover in Los Angeles. If you are looking for cheap flights and don’t mind waiting at airports, you can book a flight with two layovers. These flights obviously take longer to arrive, but you can get substantial savings on airfares.

  • How do I get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to the city centre?

    After your long flight from Raleigh to Sydney, you probably want to go straight to your hotel. The city centre is only about 20min from the airport by taxi or rideshare. If you prefer to take public transport, the AirportLink train transports passengers from the International terminal to Central Station, Circular Quay or Town Hall Station in around 15min. Visitors can also hire a car in advance and pick up the vehicle at Sydney Airport. Hire car desks are located in the Arrivals hall.  

  • What is the cheapest flight from Raleigh to Sydney?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Raleigh to Sydney was $920 for a one-way ticket and $1,598 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Raleigh to Sydney?

    Raleigh and Sydney are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Raleigh from Raleigh-Durham and will be arriving at Sydney Kingsford Smith.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Raleigh to Sydney?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Raleigh to Sydney?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Raleigh and Sydney.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Raleigh to Sydney?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Raleigh to Sydney.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Raleigh to Sydney?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Sydney from Raleigh is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Raleigh to Sydney?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Sydney with an airline and back to Raleigh with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Raleigh to Sydney?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Sydney from Raleigh up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Raleigh to Sydney

  • For business travellers or members travelling with American Airlines, Delta or United, you will find airline lounges in Terminal 2 of Raleigh Airport (RDU). While you wait for your flight to depart, you can relax with a glass of wine, enjoy complimentary drinks and snacks or find a quiet place to work.
  • Always contact your airline at least 48 hours before departure if you require assistance at the airport or on board the plane. Raleigh-Durham International Airport offers a range of facilities, including accessible parking and bathrooms. Sunflower lanyards are available for passengers with hidden disabilities, which indicates to airport staff that you may require more time or assistance.
  • If you need to withdraw money once you arrive in Sydney, there are banks and ATMs at the T1 International terminal. You can also find Global Exchange and Travelex counters in the T2 Domestic terminal if you need to exchange currency.

Reviews of the top airline flying from Raleigh to Sydney

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Raleigh to Sydney. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Raleigh to Sydney? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.5
Qantas AirwaysOverall score based on 1073 reviews
7.0Food
8.1Crew
7.2Entertainment
7.4Comfort
7.7Boarding
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PREMIUM ECONOMY - excellent !Brilliant new plane. Excellent tv catalogue. Good food. Good communication and service from all friend Australian crew. Good communication from captain. Best travel experience in years.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2026
SFO - SYD
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PREMIUM ECONOMY - excellent !Brilliant new plane. Excellent tv catalogue. Good food. Good communication and service from all friend Australian crew. Good communication from captain. Best travel experience in years.

I couldn't hear all of the announcements. It was nice when they put them on the screen.

Loved the staff. The economy seats could have been bigger.

The food was terrible. And the flight attendants were very rude. One flight attendant wouldn’t help a passenger lift their carry-on. Another flight attendant wouldn’t give a man an extra blanket. And they walked by not even looking at the passengers to see if they needed a glass of water.

Delayed and missed connection, was not re-booked like other travelers so ended up being stuck for several hours due to no one handling my booking.

same as previous comments. i hate being on a plane that long. no problems w/anything else.

Much better than I expected for such a long flight.

Good - better than other airlines in terms of food and seat comfort.

Experience was great. My only advice is to have a pasta dish on the menu. Otherwise everything was excellent.

Flight LA to Sydney was first moved earlier by 2 hrs from 10:25 pm to 8:25pm roughly a week before departure. Then on actual departure date, it was delayed 2x, and needed up leaving close to 10 pm. Then entertainment for the whole flight wasn’t working for most of the seats including ours. The baby crib at the middle isle was being taped to the wall to keep it tacked in using a packing tape while passengers were walking by looking for their seats. Not projecting good confidence. After a few minutes after take off the whole crib fell off. Good the people seating next to it wast hit or got scared. At arrival at Sydney, crew handed the customs forms as we were getting out of the plane. So passengers had to scramble to find a place to fill up the forms along the corridor going to immigration. So no one is available to help from Qantas to fill up the entry forms. Not a very good experience for a flagship carrier.

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