How long does it take to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Kentucky you fly out of and what airport in Rio de Janeiro you fly into. For example, flying from Louisville to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport takes 12h 45m on average. On the other hand, flying from Lexington to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport takes 13h 16m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Kentucky to Rio de Janeiro?

Copa Airlines, GOL, and LATAM Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Kentucky to Rio de Janeiro

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Kentucky to Rio de Janeiro?

Prices for flights from Kentucky to Rio de Janeiro are updated daily.

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As of June 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Kentucky to Rio de Janeiro.

How old do you have to be to fly from Kentucky to Rio de Janeiro?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Kentucky to Rio de Janeiro.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Rio de Janeiro 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 license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Rio de Janeiro. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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6:30 am - 8:20 am

LEX

GIG

24h 50m

2 stops

10:10 pm - 7:33 pm

GIG

LEX

22h 23m

2 stops

$925American Airlines

Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 26

2:11 pm - 9:25 am

LEX

GIG

17h 14m

2 stops

10:25 pm - 3:06 pm

GIG

LEX

18h 41m

2 stops

$927American Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15

10:40 am - 12:40 am

BNA

GIG

35h 00m

2 stops

1:45 am - 5:00 pm

GIG

BNA

18h 15m

2 stops

$1,022Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8

7:45 pm - 4:30 pm

LEX

GIG

18h 45m

2 stops

9:05 pm - 9:26 am

GIG

LEX

14h 21m

1 stop

$1,023LATAM Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15

3:45 pm - 12:05 pm

BNA

GIG

17h 20m

1 stop

2:50 pm - 3:05 pm

GIG

BNA

27h 15m

2 stops

$1,032Air Canada

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

8:32 pm - 10:15 am

LEX

GIG

12h 43m

1 stop

7:40 am - 11:55 pm

GIG

LEX

41h 15m

2 stops

$1,060LATAM Airlines

Mon, Jul 6 - Wed, Jul 15

6:40 pm - 12:05 pm

CVG

GIG

15h 25m

1 stop

9:00 pm - 6:00 pm

GIG

CVG

23h 00m

1 stop

$1,065Azul

Sat, Nov 14 - Sun, Nov 22

8:15 am - 7:55 am

BNA

SDU

44h 40m

2 stops

5:15 pm - 3:05 pm

SDU

BNA

24h 50m

2 stops

$1,081Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

8:15 am - 4:45 pm

BNA

SDU

30h 30m

2 stops

1:45 pm - 5:44 pm

SDU

BNA

29h 59m

2 stops

$1,089Air Canada

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 29

6:40 pm - 2:25 pm

CVG

GIG

17h 45m

2 stops

9:00 pm - 6:00 pm

GIG

CVG

23h 00m

1 stop

$1,126Azul

Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13

Air Canada flights from Kentucky to Rio de Janeiro

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Air Canada

Nov 5

BNA3:45 pmNashville Intl

17h 20m

1 stop

GIG12:05 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Nov 9

GIG2:50 pmRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

27h 15m

2 stops

BNA3:05 pmNashville Intl

$1,032

Air Canada

Sep 15

BNA8:15 amNashville Intl

30h 30m

2 stops

SDU4:45 pmRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sep 29

SDU1:45 pmRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

29h 59m

2 stops

BNA5:44 pmNashville Intl

$1,089

Air Canada

Nov 5

BNA8:15 amNashville Intl

44h 40m

2 stops

SDU7:55 amRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Nov 12

SDU1:45 pmRio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

33h 05m

2 stops

BNA7:50 pmNashville Intl

$1,094

Copa Airlines flights from Kentucky to Rio de Janeiro

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Copa Airlines

Sep 15

BNA6:30 amNashville Intl

15h 55m

2 stops

GIG12:25 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sep 29

GIG10:30 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

24h 14m

2 stops

BNA8:44 amNashville Intl

$1,098

Copa Airlines

Sep 3

BNA8:30 amNashville Intl

21h 25m

2 stops

GIG7:55 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sep 7

GIG5:10 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

29h 39m

2 stops

BNA8:49 amNashville Intl

$1,127

Copa Airlines

Sep 23

SDF5:15 amLouisville Intl

21h 50m

2 stops

GIG4:05 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sep 28

GIG5:10 amRio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

30h 08m

2 stops

SDF10:18 amLouisville Intl

$1,341

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LexingtonRio de Janeiro

LEX - GIG

LEXGIG

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 8/19

6:30 am-8:20 am

2 stops24h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 8/26

10:10 pm-7:33 pm

2 stops22h 23m

$925

LexingtonRio de Janeiro

LEX - GIG

LEXGIG

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 11/8

2:11 pm-9:25 am

2 stops17h 14m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 11/15

10:25 pm-3:06 pm

2 stops18h 41m

$927

NashvilleRio de Janeiro

BNA - GIG

BNAGIG

Nashville Intl

Thu 11/5

10:40 am-12:40 am

2 stops35h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 11/8

1:45 am-5:00 pm

2 stops18h 15m

$1,022

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LexingtonRio de Janeiro

LEX - GIG

LEXGIG

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 11/8

7:45 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops18h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 11/15

9:05 pm-9:26 am

1 stop14h 21m

$1,023

NashvilleRio de Janeiro

BNA - GIG

BNAGIG

Nashville Intl

Thu 11/5

3:45 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop17h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 11/9

2:50 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops27h 15m

$1,032

LexingtonRio de Janeiro

LEX - GIG

LEXGIG

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 7/6

8:32 pm-10:15 am

1 stop12h 43m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 7/15

7:40 am-11:55 pm

2 stops41h 15m

$1,060

CincinnatiRio de Janeiro

CVG - GIG

CVGGIG

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 11/14

6:40 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop15h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 11/22

9:00 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$1,065

NashvilleRio de Janeiro

BNA - SDU

BNASDU

Nashville Intl

Thu 11/5

8:15 am-7:55 am

2 stops44h 40m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 11/9

5:15 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops24h 50m

$1,081

NashvilleRio de Janeiro

BNA - SDU

BNASDU

Nashville Intl

Tue 9/15

8:15 am-4:45 pm

2 stops30h 30m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 9/29

1:45 pm-5:44 pm

2 stops29h 59m

$1,089

CincinnatiRio de Janeiro

CVG - GIG

CVGGIG

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 11/6

6:40 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops17h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 11/13

9:00 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$1,126

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As of June 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Kentucky to Rio de Janeiro.
How old do you have to be to fly from Kentucky to Rio de Janeiro?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Kentucky to Rio de Janeiro.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Rio de Janeiro 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 license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Rio de Janeiro. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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