RDU - SYD

$945 Find Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Sydney

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 10/8. 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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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.
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Recent return flight deals from Raleigh to Sydney

Tue, 19 Aug - Tue, 9 Sep
Air Canada Logo
08:30 - 07:20RDU-SYD
32h 50m1 stop
Air Canada Logo
09:20 - 15:15SYD-RDU
43h 55m2 stops
$1,296Air Canada
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Tue, 19 Aug - Tue, 9 Sep
Air Canada Logo
08:30 - 07:20RDU-SYD
32h 50m1 stop
Air Canada Logo
09:20 - 21:45SYD-RDU
26h 25m2 stops
$1,297Air Canada
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Tue, 19 Aug - Tue, 9 Sep
Air Canada Logo
09:00 - 07:20RDU-SYD
32h 20m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
09:20 - 15:15SYD-RDU
43h 55m3 stops
$1,307Air Canada
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Tue, 19 Aug - Tue, 9 Sep
Air Canada Logo
09:00 - 07:20RDU-SYD
32h 20m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
09:20 - 15:15SYD-RDU
43h 55m3 stops
$1,308Air Canada
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Sun, 2 Nov - Mon, 10 Nov
Qantas Airways Logo
17:53 - 09:00RDU-SYD
23h 07m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
11:15 - 16:49SYD-RDU
21h 34m1 stop
$1,353Qantas Airways
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Sun, 2 Nov - Sun, 9 Nov
Qantas Airways Logo
17:53 - 09:00RDU-SYD
23h 07m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
11:15 - 16:49SYD-RDU
21h 34m1 stop
$1,394Qantas Airways
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Sun, 14 Sep - Sun, 21 Sep
American Airlines Logo
07:00 - 07:05RDU-SYD
34h 05m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
09:10 - 17:08SYD-RDU
21h 58m1 stop
$1,403American Airlines
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Sun, 14 Sep - Sun, 21 Sep
American Airlines Logo
14:55 - 07:05RDU-SYD
26h 10m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
09:10 - 17:08SYD-RDU
21h 58m1 stop
$1,409American Airlines
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Wed, 29 Oct - Mon, 10 Nov
United Airlines Logo
06:15 - 09:15RDU-SYD
36h 00m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
12:10 - 21:44SYD-RDU
25h 34m1 stop
$1,429United Airlines
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Tue, 30 Dec - Wed, 21 Jan
United Airlines Logo
10:45 - 06:20RDU-SYD
27h 35m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:50 - 15:40SYD-RDU
19h 50m1 stop
$1,436United Airlines
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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.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Sydney?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Raleigh to Sydney clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Raleigh to Sydney, look for departures on Fridays and avoid leaving on a Thursday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Sydney, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly and Friday is the most expensive.

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 August, where tickets cost $1,748 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $3,357 and $2,677 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 30% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.


Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$945
Best time to beat the crowds (10% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (50% more expensive on average)
Flight from Raleigh to Sydney

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 $609 for a one-way ticket and $835 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?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Raleigh and Sydney, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • 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.

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