RDU - SYD

$564 Find Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Sydney

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Cheapest round-trip
$951
Typical prices: $1,257-$1,356
Qantas Airways
Mon 2/9Mon 2/16
RDU - SYD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$564
Typical prices: $589-$800
Air Canada
Thu 2/5
RDU - SYD • 2 stops
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Air Canada
Cheapest • from $1,066 (round-trip)
Delta
Best reviews • 7.9 score
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When to book
8 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 53% compared to booking last minute.
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August
Cheapest • 18% 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 round-trip 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 round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Sydney

Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 16
Qantas Airways Logo
6:12 pm - 9:00 am
RDU
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SYD
22h 48m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
7:05 am - 5:33 pm
SYD
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RDU
26h 28m2 stops
$951Qantas Airways
Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 16
Qantas Airways Logo
6:12 pm - 9:00 am
RDU
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SYD
22h 48m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
7:05 am - 5:33 pm
SYD
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RDU
26h 28m2 stops
$952Qantas Airways
Sun, Feb 15 - Sun, Mar 1
Qantas Airways Logo
3:46 pm - 8:50 pm
RDU
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SYD
37h 04m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
11:20 am - 5:33 pm
SYD
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RDU
22h 13m1 stop
$973Qantas Airways
Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Jan 26
Qantas Airways Logo
6:12 pm - 9:10 am
RDU
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SYD
46h 58m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
11:20 am - 4:53 pm
SYD
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RDU
21h 33m1 stop
$975Qantas Airways
Tue, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 10
Air Canada Logo
1:25 pm - 9:35 am
RDU
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SYD
28h 10m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
11:20 am - 9:20 pm
SYD
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RDU
26h 00m2 stops
$1,002Air Canada
Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 16
Air Canada Logo
1:25 pm - 9:35 am
RDU
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SYD
28h 10m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
11:20 am - 2:08 pm
SYD
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RDU
42h 48m2 stops
$1,005Air Canada
Fri, Feb 20 - Fri, Feb 27
Qantas Airways Logo
3:46 pm - 9:30 pm
RDU
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SYD
37h 44m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
2:05 pm - 8:39 pm
SYD
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RDU
22h 34m1 stop
$1,006Qantas Airways
Tue, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 10
Air Canada Logo
1:25 pm - 9:35 am
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SYD
52h 10m3 stops
Air Canada Logo
11:20 am - 9:20 pm
SYD
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RDU
26h 00m2 stops
$1,009Air Canada
Tue, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 10
Air Canada Logo
1:25 pm - 9:35 am
RDU
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SYD
28h 10m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
11:20 am - 2:08 pm
SYD
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RDU
42h 48m1 stop
$1,011Air Canada
Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 16
Air Canada Logo
1:25 pm - 9:35 am
RDU
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SYD
52h 10m3 stops
Air Canada Logo
11:20 am - 2:08 pm
SYD
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RDU
42h 48m2 stops
$1,012Air Canada
Booking Insights

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 round-trip flight from Raleigh to Sydney?

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

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 your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Sydney on a Tuesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to fly from Raleigh to Sydney. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Monday and avoiding Thursdays for the best deals.

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 $1,114 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,886 and $1,383 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 8 weeks before departure, which saves you about 53% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$564
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 39% increase in price.
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 round-trip price
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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 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Raleigh to Sydney was $564 for a one-way ticket and $951 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Raleigh and Sydney?

    A passport is required to fly from Raleigh to Sydney.

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

    On your way to Sydney, you’ll fly out from Raleigh-Durham. You’ll be landing 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?

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

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Sydney from Raleigh?

    Los Angeles is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Raleigh to Sydney.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Raleigh to Sydney, Air New Zealand or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Raleigh to Sydney are Air New Zealand and Delta. With an average price for the route of $1,753 and an overall rating of 8.0, Air New Zealand is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,215 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • 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 round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Sydney with an airline and back to Raleigh with another airline. Booking your flights between Raleigh and SYD can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • 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 5 airlines serving 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.
7.9
DeltaOverall score based on 8012 reviews
8.5Crew
8.1Boarding
7.9Entertainment
7.3Food
7.9Comfort
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Left on time, a bit delayed due to headwinds most of the trip.

10.0 ExcellentCharles, Dec 2025
DTW - PHX
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Left on time, a bit delayed due to headwinds most of the trip.

I fly Delta all the time, have Platinum Medallion status. But this route seems to have major problems with delays and seems to never leave on time! Have only taken it twice in the last two weeks, and each time it had delays of more than 1 hour... very disappointed!!!!

Getting to the flight was arduous and lengthy. The flight itself was good but the food option wasn’t a good selection. I need to do a Kosher option on my return. Flight crew were nice

Good seats in Main cabin, excellent service and excellent landing

My flight was cancelled with no explanation after I had already cleared security. I was given 4 options to rebook, only one being non-stop like I had paid for. I grabbed it. It was 4 plus hours later and then took off even later. Biggest complaint is that I booked early and had an aisle seat. They gave me a "window" seat in front of the exit row, so the seat did not decline. I weigh all of 103 #s and it was tight for me! For what I paid, I feel I was kind of ripped off. I think they should have given me the empty comfort seat for the inconvenience. There was no apology nor any explanation as to why the flight was cancelled. My guess is it benefitted Delta in some way.

Very smooth, on-time, and pleasantly uneventful flight. The team at the gate and on board were professional and genuinely courteous. The pilot kept us well updated throughout, and both takeoff and landing were steady and enjoyable without any drama. Just a good, solid flight. Thank you! 💗

Staff was exceptional! Everyone was kind, professional and friendly making the trip very pleasant. Thank you!

No lunch on a x-country flight scheduled for 10:50 am departure, arrived 5+ hrs later. That requires a black box label before you pay for the tickets. Worst, when I checked in online, it's specifically said that lunch was served on his flight for economy Plus passengers.

We had a lot of really rough weather but that was not Delta's fault. Pilot was amazing.

First, Delta needs more flights to/from Miami. Second, a 1000pm leaving at 1230pm is unacceptable from their biggest airport world hub. Another aircraft could have been used such as the aircraft scheduled to be used in the morning for that exact same route. Yes, I did get me there but the lack of sleep the next day didn't help me enjoy my entire trip since I was busy with activities during the weekend. This can be and is expected from Spirit (going bankrupt) and Frontier (despite they're nickel and dimers). But from Delta's World Hub? That's totally unacceptable!

Flight was canceled. I was not alerted. It was only kayak that alerted me

Flight was 2.5 hours late leaving. We spent 50 minutes of that sitting on the plane with no explanation. They did reduce the time in the air so we arrived a little less late which was something. The cheese and crackers were okay but the wine was terrible.

Couldn't access entertainment on app as said in an email

Excellent as always, I won't fly to Australia, and back to the US on any other airline. The flight crew is always top notch, and have a way to make one feel extra special. Thank you for your service, I would rate Qantas Airways a 10+.

After already paying for excess luggage prior to flight, i was advised AT check in that i had to pay $816 or forfeit my flight! The lady at the counter was SO rude and had already started offboarding me when i said i would pay it after asking her three times for the exact amount! Have lodged a formal complaint yet heard nothing. Will not ever travel via Qantas again

A few more inches of legroom is all i ask

One of the best Qantas business flights I've had. Quality product

Business class points redemption - good value for points paid, dubious value if out of your own pocket, domestic class business product okay for this length of flight. The flight left and arrived on time, crew were good, aircraft was a bit old and tired, but still miles ahead of their competitors in Virgin and Jetstar.

Airline running better than post Covid, proper boarding process now implemented, some aircraft feeling a bit old and tired, crew fine, online experience better.

Five hour flight instead of four hours due to westerly headwinds which wasn’t the fault of Qantas !

Flight was delayed 8 times. We were sitting at the airport for 14 hours. We got 2 hours of sleep (if that) on what was not meant to be a red-eye.

The movies offered were great. Staff were very pleasant and very efficient.

After a delay at the gate, C3, at Ohare on Sunday, I left my Blk ski coat on the bench at the gate, lost! Please review my lob claim, thx.

Very bad! They kept delaying my flight and wouldn’t do anything about it

They brought an empty plane to the gate. Then a flight delay was announced for maintenance and waiting on a part. I was then put on a flight to San Francisco instead with a connecting flight to my final destination. Arrived at my final destination 2 hours late.

The only downside was my cell phone charger wouldn’t work in the charging port but everyone else’s would work in them all. My cell phone cable works fine in my hotel room in Frankfurt.

Flight and crew were great. United didn't inform crew of immigration process which was disappointing!

Flight team stood out for perzonal attention, kindness at bright cheery attitudes at 8am. Very helpful.

Seats had less pitch than a regional jet. Food was OK. Have to buy alcohol on US based carriers flying international. Boarding was a mess. Did not have bags but overhead space was gone quick. Would like to see the airlines enforce the one bag over and one bag under policy

Ot was overall fine. Left on time and had basic snacks. Weather was finicky but that’s not the airlines fault.

After arriving in Dallas, the aircraft taxied for an unusually long time and was unable to park at the gate, which caused a significant delay and made me miss my connecting flight. I then had to wait in a very long line to be rebooked, and I was told that no hotel or meal accommodations would be provided. What is even more unacceptable is that my luggage was mishandled and has still not been located. My suitcase contains important medications that I urgently need, and I have been unable to access them due to the airline’s mishandling. This situation has caused me considerable stress and inconvenience, and I need this issue to be resolved immediately.

I had a positive experience on American. I'm blind and traveling with a guide dog and the flight attendants were so kind, friendly, and helpful towards us. They checked in on us during the flight and they made us feel comfortable and welcomed. There was an hour delay before depature, but overall the flight was a smooth ride. I appreciate that there were no issues on this long flight back home.

Flight delayed and missed connection. Rescheduled flight cancelled after 6 hrs wait. Rerouted thru ORD, flight cancelled, overnight stay in ORD. Still in the air on new flight!

Flight was delayed because of a bird strike. They had another plane available within 45 minutes.

You can plug your phone in & use their wifi to watch movies, etc, but the plane’s wifi was disconnected for most of the flight.

The trip was smooth but the crew were very abrupt, snatching things before finished and being quite snappy when asked questions.

Very below average , plane from Dallas to Toyko was very poor designed plane. I had to sit for 13 hours next to fat man. Really bad seat and entertainment screen sucked

Boarding: Boarding was a bit of a mess. Our tickets indicated "BC" for Business Class, but we and many others were confused as that was not indicated anywhere in the airport, so we didn't know when we're supposed to board. The airplane: The airplane was nice. However, we sat near the back of the business class cabin and the flight attendants and passengers from other cabins would constantly move the curtain (which was very loud), preventing me from fallling asleep on my 8 hour flight. The flight crew: Amazing, generally. However, they nearly forgot to serve breakfast to me. The flight food: I was able to select my meal for dinner, which was really good. Breakfast was a bit of a mess, however. The crew forgot to serve me breakfast until the last minute. Very little was available by the time they remembered. The entertainment: Paltry, underwhelming, and dated. Not one new movie was available. Bottom line: For the money, you might want to consider other options for your international business class flights.

Sat on the ground in Cincinnati for 50 minutes before deplaning

Flight was delayed. Staff at the gate effectively and proactively communicated about the delay.

It was just fine. I managed to make all my connection too sbut had trouble in Munich with no wheel chair and trouble trying to get help from the airport people to get to the other terminal for my flight. Finally a wonderful lady Amelia, helped me to make my flight connection Timon with zero time to spare.

Over 40 years ago my AC return flight was canceled, during this last summer the same thing happened. AC denied everything Canadian like paying for accommodations and basic necessities. So why would I ever want to fly AC again? This last flight my wife took the return flight had problems and left late, so I guess they are getting better. However I have no faith in this airline so I drove to this last destination! I'll never fly AC again!!!

Great check in process in LA and good service The check in process as well as at the gate is way better in the US versus canada 🇨🇦

Super experience. Earlier than schedule departure and arrival. Baggage handling was very good

Allow me to book extra bag check in as free though I packed in 1 luggage but that was 7 LBS overweight so make another bag to free check in.

I would like to get my money back. I flight was 4 hours late on the way to detroit, And same on my way back to Brussels they cancelled my flight and give me an other ticket and i had to wait 5 hours.

All attendents were very efficient, pleasant and happy. Everything went smoothly. The seats could have been wider. There could have been more free food instead of just one small bar.

My seat was one of those that couldn't recline, but the problem was that it was abnormally upright, so the headrest actually made the seat concave, which was uncomfortable and hard on my lower back. I had to ball my jacket up and use it as lumbar support. goodness I had it with me.

Boarding was so so after zone 3 was called all other zones went in

I liked a lot , the flight attendant so nice ,the seat very comfortable I enjoyed the flight , I will do it again with Air Canada,

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