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$1,003 Find Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Sydney – Compare and Save

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Raleigh to Sydney departing on 21/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Raleigh to Sydney, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest return fare
$1,627
Typical prices: $1,870-$1,457
Qantas Airways
Tue 10/11Mon 16/11
RDU - SYD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$1,003
Typical prices: $773-$1,013
American Airlines
Tue 21/7
RDU - SYD • 2 stops
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Cheapest • from $1,627 (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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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 13% price drop
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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

Tue, 10 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Qantas Airways Logo
17:53 - 09:00
RDU
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SYD
23h 07m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
17:50 - 18:12
SYD
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RDU
40h 22m
2 stops
$1,627Qantas Airways
Tue, 10 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Air Canada Logo
13:20 - 09:35
RDU
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SYD
28h 15m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
11:20 - 20:33
SYD
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RDU
49h 13m
2 stops
$1,696Air Canada
Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
Air Canada Logo
06:00 - 08:20
RDU
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SYD
35h 20m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
10:20 - 20:33
SYD
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RDU
25h 13m
2 stops
$1,703Air Canada
Tue, 10 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Air Canada Logo
13:20 - 09:35
RDU
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SYD
52h 15m
3 stops
Air Canada Logo
11:20 - 20:33
SYD
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RDU
25h 13m
2 stops
$1,707Air Canada
Mon, 7 Sep - Sun, 13 Sep
Air Canada Logo
16:00 - 07:20
RDU
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SYD
49h 20m
3 stops
Air Canada Logo
09:20 - 16:06
SYD
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RDU
44h 46m
2 stops
$1,714Air Canada
Sun, 20 Sep - Sun, 4 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 07:20
RDU
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SYD
35h 20m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:20 - 21:31
SYD
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RDU
26h 11m
2 stops
$1,727Multiple Airlines
Tue, 10 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Qantas Airways Logo
17:53 - 09:00
RDU
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SYD
23h 07m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
17:50 - 14:35
SYD
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RDU
36h 45m
2 stops
$1,731Qantas Airways
Sun, 20 Sep - Sun, 4 Oct
Asiana Airlines Logo
06:00 - 07:20
RDU
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SYD
35h 20m
1 stop
Asiana Airlines Logo
10:20 - 20:46
SYD
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RDU
25h 26m
1 stop
$1,734Asiana Airlines
Mon, 7 Sep - Sun, 13 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:00 - 07:20
RDU
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SYD
49h 20m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:20 - 16:06
SYD
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RDU
44h 46m
1 stop
$1,738Multiple Airlines
Mon, 2 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
Air Canada Logo
13:20 - 09:35
RDU
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SYD
28h 15m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
11:20 - 20:33
SYD
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RDU
49h 13m
2 stops
$1,750Air 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 November.

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 $1,634 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $2,234 and $2,001 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 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 28% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonMay
Cheapest flight$1,003
Best time to beat the crowds (6% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (1% more 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.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

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 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Raleigh to Sydney was $1,003 for a one-way ticket and $1,627 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 1046 reviews
7.7Boarding
7.2Entertainment
8.2Crew
7.5Comfort
7.0Food
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Boarding was effortless, the food was outstanding, the seats in Premium Economy were extremely comfortable, and the staff and crew were excellent.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, June 2026
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Boarding was effortless, the food was outstanding, the seats in Premium Economy were extremely comfortable, and the staff and crew were excellent.

I never flew with alliance. Kayak is a joke and none of the flights or times were correct. Won’t ever use kayak again

I missed my flight due to unforeseen circumstances It was, however , an excellent price !

We had a medical emergency, needing to get to an emergency room upon landing at LAX. I let the back flight attendants know the situation. One, David, contacted the pilot, who made arrangements for EMT's to be there when we got off the plane. They went above and beyond for us. We didn't have to go through customs, as a customs person came to us and checked us right at the exit of the jet way. Another wonderful woman, a United employee at LAX, perhaps a customer service liaison, took care of our luggage situation, as we weren't going to make our connection to Bozeman. When we came back to LAX to see when we could get a flight to Bozeman, the personnel are very accommodating and booked us on the next flight out, and assigned good seats. It was a horrible flight, physically, from Sydney to LAX, , but the professionalism of all involved was excellent! We are very grateful fir the way they all stepped in and helped during a very unpleasant medical situation. Thank you!!

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.

Very good overall. However, your choices of free movies was limited and there was no music Channel???

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

This was the worst flight I’ve been on. Getting on the plane where is was 30 degrees outside was hotter on board cabin must’ve been 33 degrees. This is a health hazard. They cannot be doing this to save on fuel. People could die from this!!. Fans and a/c was, off entertainment was off. Poor excuse given. Crew made the excuse that the system didn’t have enough power. They basically were operating on one engine to save on jet fuel till 3 hours later on cruising altitude and they then started the second engine. And finally the cabin was cooled. On a 7hour red eye flight this made it so uncomfortable and impossible to sleep.

I liked boarding the plane. The staff were rude, the food was appalling and the chairs the most uncomfortable I have ever experienced

an hour late, then had to disembark on back stairs and take 4 flights up to get to main airport. No warning, and difficulty for those with canes and poor knees.

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