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 23h 26m on average. On the other hand, flying from Melbourne to Louisville Intl takes 21h 39m 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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United Airlines

20 July

MEL

38h 59m

2 stops

SDF

27 July

SDF

26h 05m

2 stops

MEL

$1,361

Delta

20 July

SYD

37h 39m

2 stops

SDF

27 July

SDF

30h 16m

2 stops

SYD

$1,443

United Airlines

20 July

SYD

27h 29m

2 stops

SDF

27 July

SDF

25h 35m

2 stops

SYD

$1,460

American Airlines

20 July

SYD

20h 58m

1 stop

SDF

27 July

SDF

25h 25m

2 stops

SYD

$1,479

American Airlines

8 Aug

SYD

39h 29m

2 stops

SDF

12 Aug

SDF

21h 52m

1 stop

SYD

$1,483

American Airlines

8 Aug

SYD

35h 40m

2 stops

SDF

12 Aug

SDF

29h 46m

1 stop

SYD

$1,494

American Airlines

8 Aug

SYD

39h 20m

2 stops

SDF

12 Aug

SDF

27h 36m

1 stop

SYD

$1,506

American Airlines

8 Aug

SYD

38h 43m

2 stops

SDF

12 Aug

SDF

23h 26m

1 stop

SYD

$1,513

American Airlines

8 Aug

SYD

23h 18m

2 stops

SDF

12 Aug

SDF

27h 46m

2 stops

SYD

$1,737

American Airlines

8 Aug

SYD

24h 59m

2 stops

SDF

12 Aug

SDF

29h 56m

2 stops

SYD

$1,747

American Airlines

8 Aug

SYD

27h 07m

2 stops

SDF

12 Aug

SDF

27h 46m

2 stops

SYD

$1,749

American Airlines

8 Aug

SYD

24h 17m

1 stop

SDF

12 Aug

SDF

29h 46m

1 stop

SYD

$1,758

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13:05 - 17:29

SYD

BNA

20h 24m

1 stop

07:10 - 08:00

BNA

SYD

32h 50m

1 stop

$1,314American Airlines

Fri, 30 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

10:55 - 06:37

MEL

BNA

34h 42m

1 stop

16:59 - 08:15

BNA

MEL

24h 16m

1 stop

$1,353United Airlines

Fri, 17 Jul - Fri, 24 Jul

10:55 - 11:54

MEL

SDF

38h 59m

2 stops

15:25 - 07:30

SDF

MEL

26h 05m

2 stops

$1,361United Airlines

Mon, 20 Jul - Mon, 27 Jul

09:30 - 21:45

MEL

BNA

27h 15m

2 stops

12:49 - 08:15

BNA

MEL

28h 26m

2 stops

$1,397Multiple Airlines

Fri, 17 Jul - Fri, 24 Jul

10:00 - 22:46

MEL

CVG

26h 46m

2 stops

19:59 - 07:50

CVG

MEL

45h 51m

2 stops

$1,412Delta

Fri, 24 Jul - Sun, 2 Aug

10:00 - 00:33

MEL

BNA

29h 33m

1 stop

19:57 - 07:50

BNA

MEL

44h 53m

2 stops

$1,412Delta

Fri, 24 Jul - Sun, 2 Aug

09:10 - 16:54

SYD

BNA

22h 44m

1 stop

18:50 - 07:05

BNA

SYD

21h 15m

1 stop

$1,438Qantas Airways

Tue, 14 Jul - Tue, 28 Jul

09:20 - 13:14

SYD

CVG

41h 54m

2 stops

13:55 - 07:20

CVG

SYD

51h 25m

3 stops

$1,604Air Canada

Sat, 1 Aug - Wed, 12 Aug

20:45 - 21:24

MEL

CVG

38h 39m

3 stops

06:30 - 11:05

CVG

MEL

38h 35m

3 stops

$1,730Air Canada

Thu, 13 Aug - Mon, 17 Aug

12:00 - 19:09

SYD

CVG

21h 09m

1 stop

20:01 - 06:55

CVG

SYD

20h 54m

1 stop

$1,733Qantas Airways

Wed, 8 Jul - Tue, 28 Jul

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneyNashville

SYD - BNA

SYDBNA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 30/10

13:05-17:29

1 stop20h 24m

Nashville Intl

Sat 31/10

07:10-08:00

1 stop32h 50m

$1,314

MelbourneNashville

MEL - BNA

MELBNA

Melbourne

Fri 17/7

10:55-06:37

1 stop34h 42m

Nashville Intl

Fri 24/7

16:59-08:15

1 stop24h 16m

$1,353

MelbourneLouisville

MEL - SDF

MELSDF

Melbourne

Mon 20/7

10:55-11:54

2 stops38h 59m

Louisville Intl

Mon 27/7

15:25-07:30

2 stops26h 05m

$1,361

MelbourneNashville

MEL - BNA

MELBNA

Melbourne

Fri 17/7

09:30-21:45

2 stops27h 15m

Nashville Intl

Fri 24/7

12:49-08:15

2 stops28h 26m

$1,397

MelbourneCincinnati

MEL - CVG

MELCVG

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

10:00-22:46

2 stops26h 46m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 2/8

19:59-07:50

2 stops45h 51m

$1,412

MelbourneNashville

MEL - BNA

MELBNA

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

10:00-00:33

1 stop29h 33m

Nashville Intl

Sun 2/8

19:57-07:50

2 stops44h 53m

$1,412

SydneyNashville

SYD - BNA

SYDBNA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/7

09:10-16:54

1 stop22h 44m

Nashville Intl

Tue 28/7

18:50-07:05

1 stop21h 15m

$1,438

SydneyCincinnati

SYD - CVG

SYDCVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 1/8

09:20-13:14

2 stops41h 54m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 12/8

13:55-07:20

3 stops51h 25m

$1,604

MelbourneCincinnati

MEL - CVG

MELCVG

Melbourne

Thu 13/8

20:45-21:24

3 stops38h 39m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 17/8

06:30-11:05

3 stops38h 35m

$1,730

Fastest return journey

SydneyCincinnati

SYD - CVG

SYDCVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 8/7

12:00-19:09

1 stop21h 09m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 28/7

20:01-06:55

1 stop20h 54m

$1,733

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Kentucky flights insights and trends

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Which airlines fly to Kentucky?

United Airlines, Japan Airlines and Qantas Airways 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 44% 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	$850
Best Round-Trip Price	$1,314
Fastest flight time	20h 33m

The best one-way flight price to Kentucky from Australia in the last 5 days is $850 (Melbourne to Nashville Intl).

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The best round-trip flight price to Kentucky from Australia in the last 5 days is $1,314 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Nashville Intl).

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The fastest flight to Kentucky from Australia takes 20h 33m (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Nashville 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 52% 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, Japan Airlines or Qantas Airways as these are the most popular among our users. United Airlines is the most favoured with 44% 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 June 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.

How can momondo help me find flights to Kentucky?

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Price alerts on flights to Kentucky are quick and easy to set up on momondo. Simply perform a search and select the price alert feature. It is as simple as that.