How long is the flight from Australia to Kentucky?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Australia you fly out of and what airport in Kentucky you fly into. For example, flying from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Louisville Intl takes 19h 19m on average. On the other hand, flying from Melbourne to Louisville Intl takes 25h 06m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

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Flights to Lexington

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United Airlines

27 Aug

MEL

25h 43m

2 stops

LEX

31 Aug

LEX

28h 24m

2 stops

MEL

$2,902

United Airlines

27 Aug

MEL

25h 43m

2 stops

LEX

31 Aug

LEX

28h 24m

2 stops

MEL

$2,904

United Airlines

27 Aug

MEL

25h 43m

2 stops

LEX

31 Aug

LEX

28h 24m

2 stops

MEL

$2,907

American Airlines

27 Aug

MEL

41h 11m

2 stops

LEX

31 Aug

LEX

21h 16m

1 stop

MEL

$2,994

American Airlines

27 Aug

MEL

41h 11m

2 stops

LEX

31 Aug

LEX

21h 16m

1 stop

MEL

$2,997

American Airlines

27 Aug

MEL

41h 11m

2 stops

LEX

31 Aug

LEX

21h 16m

1 stop

MEL

$3,000

Qantas Airways

1 Jan

MEL

28h 27m

2 stops

LEX

30 Apr

LEX

26h 30m

2 stops

MEL

$3,040

Multiple Airlines

1 Jan

MEL

28h 27m

2 stops

LEX

30 Apr

LEX

24h 45m

1 stop

MEL

$3,045

Multiple Airlines

1 Jan

MEL

28h 27m

2 stops

LEX

30 Apr

LEX

30h 20m

3 stops

MEL

$3,085

Qantas Airways

27 Aug

MEL

24h 29m

2 stops

LEX

31 Aug

LEX

21h 16m

1 stop

MEL

$3,496

Multiple Airlines

1 Jan

MEL

26h 12m

3 stops

LEX

30 Apr

LEX

30h 20m

3 stops

MEL

$3,543

Flights to Louisville

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United Airlines

13 Aug

SYD

24h 16m

2 stops

SDF

17 Aug

SDF

25h 30m

2 stops

SYD

$1,576

United Airlines

29 Sept

SYD

23h 35m

2 stops

SDF

6 Oct

SDF

32h 55m

2 stops

SYD

$1,596

American Airlines

13 Aug

SYD

26h 15m

2 stops

SDF

17 Aug

SDF

25h 04m

2 stops

SYD

$1,631

American Airlines

13 Aug

SYD

19h 23m

1 stop

SDF

17 Aug

SDF

25h 04m

2 stops

SYD

$1,641

United Airlines

29 Sept

SYD

26h 40m

2 stops

SDF

10 Oct

SDF

25h 19m

2 stops

SYD

$1,646

American Airlines

1 Oct

SYD

23h 40m

2 stops

SDF

6 Oct

SDF

24h 47m

2 stops

SYD

$1,650

Qantas Airways

1 Oct

SYD

19h 19m

1 stop

SDF

8 Oct

SDF

44h 47m

2 stops

SYD

$1,653

American Airlines

1 Oct

SYD

25h 25m

1 stop

SDF

6 Oct

SDF

24h 47m

2 stops

SYD

$1,662

Qantas Airways

7 Aug

SYD

22h 13m

2 stops

SDF

14 Aug

SDF

57h 27m

2 stops

SYD

$1,667

Qantas Airways

13 Aug

SYD

19h 23m

1 stop

SDF

17 Aug

SDF

21h 52m

1 stop

SYD

$1,696

Qantas Airways

13 Aug

SYD

19h 23m

1 stop

SDF

17 Aug

SDF

21h 52m

1 stop

SYD

$1,699

Qantas Airways

1 Oct

SYD

23h 40m

2 stops

SDF

8 Oct

SDF

44h 47m

2 stops

SYD

$1,729

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09:30 - 18:25

MEL

TYS

22h 55m

2 stops

10:40 - 08:15

TYS

MEL

31h 35m

2 stops

$1,371United Airlines

Sun, 23 Aug - Sun, 30 Aug

13:15 - 11:38

SYD

CVG

36h 23m

3 stops

08:00 - 11:50

CVG

SYD

37h 50m

3 stops

$1,374Multiple Airlines

Wed, 9 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep

13:30 - 11:21

MEL

CVG

35h 51m

3 stops

12:43 - 12:25

CVG

MEL

33h 42m

3 stops

$1,544Multiple Airlines

Sun, 6 Sep - Sun, 13 Sep

10:20 - 17:25

SYD

BNA

22h 05m

1 stop

14:54 - 06:55

BNA

SYD

25h 01m

1 stop

$1,576United Airlines

Thu, 13 Aug - Mon, 17 Aug

09:10 - 15:52

SYD

BNA

21h 42m

1 stop

17:15 - 07:05

BNA

SYD

22h 50m

1 stop

$1,593Qantas Airways

Mon, 14 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

09:45 - 18:29

BNE

BNA

23h 44m

2 stops

13:29 - 06:30

BNA

BNE

25h 01m

2 stops

$1,626American Airlines

Thu, 29 Oct - Sat, 14 Nov

09:45 - 18:29

BNE

BNA

23h 44m

2 stops

14:47 - 06:30

BNA

BNE

23h 43m

1 stop

$1,626American Airlines

Thu, 29 Oct - Sat, 14 Nov

17:50 - 16:59

SYD

BNA

38h 09m

1 stop

18:22 - 07:05

BNA

SYD

21h 43m

1 stop

$1,634Qantas Airways

Fri, 21 Aug - Fri, 28 Aug

06:00 - 06:11

MEL

BNA

39h 11m

2 stops

18:35 - 11:05

BNA

MEL

49h 30m

3 stops

$1,702Air Canada

Thu, 13 Aug - Mon, 17 Aug

06:00 - 13:14

MEL

CVG

45h 14m

3 stops

09:00 - 11:05

CVG

MEL

36h 05m

3 stops

$1,720Air Canada

Thu, 13 Aug - Mon, 17 Aug

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneKnoxville

MEL - TYS

MELTYS

Melbourne

Sun 23/8

09:30-18:25

2 stops22h 55m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 30/8

10:40-08:15

2 stops31h 35m

$1,371

SydneyCincinnati

SYD - CVG

SYDCVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/9

13:15-11:38

3 stops36h 23m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 16/9

08:00-11:50

3 stops37h 50m

$1,374

MelbourneCincinnati

MEL - CVG

MELCVG

Melbourne

Sun 6/9

13:30-11:21

3 stops35h 51m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 13/9

12:43-12:25

3 stops33h 42m

$1,544

SydneyNashville

SYD - BNA

SYDBNA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 13/8

10:20-17:25

1 stop22h 05m

Nashville Intl

Mon 17/8

14:54-06:55

1 stop25h 01m

$1,576

Fastest return journey

SydneyNashville

SYD - BNA

SYDBNA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 14/9

09:10-15:52

1 stop21h 42m

Nashville Intl

Mon 21/9

17:15-07:05

1 stop22h 50m

$1,593

BrisbaneNashville

BNE - BNA

BNEBNA

Brisbane

Thu 29/10

09:45-18:29

2 stops23h 44m

Nashville Intl

Sat 14/11

13:29-06:30

2 stops25h 01m

$1,626

BrisbaneNashville

BNE - BNA

BNEBNA

Brisbane

Thu 29/10

09:45-18:29

2 stops23h 44m

Nashville Intl

Sat 14/11

14:47-06:30

1 stop23h 43m

$1,626

SydneyNashville

SYD - BNA

SYDBNA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 21/8

17:50-16:59

1 stop38h 09m

Nashville Intl

Fri 28/8

18:22-07:05

1 stop21h 43m

$1,634

MelbourneNashville

MEL - BNA

MELBNA

Melbourne

Thu 13/8

06:00-06:11

2 stops39h 11m

Nashville Intl

Mon 17/8

18:35-11:05

3 stops49h 30m

$1,702

MelbourneCincinnati

MEL - CVG

MELCVG

Melbourne

Thu 13/8

06:00-13:14

3 stops45h 14m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 17/8

09:00-11:05

3 stops36h 05m

$1,720

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Kentucky flights insights and trends

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Which airlines fly to Kentucky?

United Airlines, Qantas Airways and Japan Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Kentucky from Australia according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Kentucky. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Kentucky on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Lexington

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Summary info about Kentucky flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$721
Best Round-Trip Price	$1,371
Fastest flight time	20h 08m

The best one-way flight price to Kentucky from Australia in the last 5 days is $721 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Nashville Intl).

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The best return flight price to Kentucky from Australia in the last 5 days is $1,371 (Melbourne to Knoxville McGhee Tyson).

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The fastest flight to Kentucky from Australia takes 20h 08m (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Louisville Intl).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Kentucky

What is the best airport to fly into to visit Lexington?

Lexington is about 59% more popular to visit than any other city in Kentucky, according to momondo users. When visiting Lexington, it is recommended to fly into Cincinnati Airport, where you can typically get the cheapest prices and the most convenient travel options into the city.

What is the weather like in Kentucky?

Kentucky typically has a temperature range from 1 °C(January) to 25 °C(July). Those looking to avoid rain and/or snow while visiting Kentucky should plan their trip in September, October, or January, as these months are relatively less likely to have precipitation.

Which airlines fly to Kentucky?

You can find flights to Kentucky from 3 airlines. If you’re unsure which to fly with, consider booking your flight with United Airlines, Qantas Airways or Japan Airlines as these are the most popular among our users. United Airlines is the most favoured with 36% of momondo travellers booking flights with this airline.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Kentucky?

Prices for flights to Kentucky refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Kentucky?

The number of operators available for flights to Kentucky is 3 as of July 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly to Kentucky?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to Kentucky.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kentucky?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Kentucky can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Kentucky. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Kentucky?

Finding the right flight to Kentucky is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. These options can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Kentucky quick and easy, saving you time and money.

Can I find flights to Kentucky with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Kentucky with this policy.

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