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$88+ Cheap flights from Louisville to Detroit (SDF - DTT)

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SDF — DTT
Mar 19 — Mar 261
Wed 3/19
Wed 3/26
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Cheap flight deals from Louisville to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Louisville (SDF) to Detroit (DTT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 14, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$168
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$88
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$596

Good round-trip deal

$474 or less

Good one-way deal

$238 or less
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Cheapest flights from Louisville to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Louisville to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 14, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/146:19 pmSDF - DTW
2 stops18h 42mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/157:42 pmDTW - SDF
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13$168
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/36:30 amSDF - DTW
1 stop10h 27mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/711:03 amDTW - SDF
1 stop8h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/13$171
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/195:45 amSDF - DTW
1 stop14h 54mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/225:00 amDTW - SDF
1 stop17h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/12$185
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/206:35 amSDF - DTW
2 stops11h 00mSouthwest
Tue 4/224:05 pmDTW - SDF
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 3/12$331
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/196:00 pmSDF - DTW
Nonstop1h 24mDelta
Tue 4/228:10 pmDTW - SDF
Nonstop1h 24mDelta
Deal found 3/12$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/66:00 amSDF - DTW
1 stop17h 59mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/129:10 amDTW - SDF
1 stop7h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/12$425

Find flights from Louisville to Detroit within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Louisville to Detroit that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 14, 2025.

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LouisvilleDetroit

SDF - DTW

SDFDTW

Louisville Intl

Mon 4/14

6:19 pm-1:01 pm

2 stops18h 42m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/15

7:42 pm-10:17 pm

2 stops26h 35m

$168

LouisvilleDetroit

SDF - DTW

SDFDTW

Louisville Intl

Thu 4/3

6:30 am-4:57 pm

1 stop10h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/7

11:03 am-7:29 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$171

LouisvilleDetroit

SDF - DTW

SDFDTW

Louisville Intl

Sat 4/19

5:45 am-8:39 pm

1 stop14h 54m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/22

5:00 am-10:17 pm

1 stop17h 17m

$185

LouisvilleDetroit

SDF - DTW

SDFDTW

Louisville Intl

Sun 4/20

6:35 am-5:35 pm

2 stops11h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/22

4:05 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$331

LouisvilleDetroit

SDF - DTW

SDFDTW

Louisville Intl

Sat 4/19

6:00 pm-7:24 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/22

8:10 pm-9:34 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

$399

LouisvilleDetroit

SDF - DTW

SDFDTW

Louisville Intl

Sun 4/6

6:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop17h 59m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/12

9:10 am-5:00 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$425

LouisvilleDetroit

SDF - DTW

SDFDTW

Louisville Intl

Mon 4/14

6:19 pm-1:01 pm

2 stops18h 42m

$88

LouisvilleDetroit

SDF - DTW

SDFDTW

Louisville Intl

Thu 4/3

6:30 am-4:57 pm

1 stop10h 27m

$91

LouisvilleDetroit

SDF - DTW

SDFDTW

Louisville Intl

Mon 4/14

6:12 pm-1:17 am

3 stops31h 05m

$105

LouisvilleDetroit

SDF - DTW

SDFDTW

Louisville Intl

Sun 6/22

9:15 pm-12:55 am

1 stop3h 40m

$178

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Louisville to Detroit in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Louisville-Detroit flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Louisville-Detroit flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Louisville-Detroit flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Louisville-Detroit flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Louisville-Detroit flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Louisville to Detroit

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Travel insights for flights from Louisville to Detroit

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Louisville to Detroit including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Louisville to Detroit?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from Louisville to Detroit in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SDF to DTT?

Find hourly flight availability from Louisville to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 14, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Louisville to Detroit in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 64% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Louisville to Detroit

Explore weekly flight availability from Louisville to Detroit. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 14, 2025.

The most flights from SDF to DTT are scheduled on a Tuesday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Rainfall in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit ranges from 1.8 - 3.1 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

Temperature in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Detroit. Reviews last updated March 14, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Louisville to Detroit by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,290 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,290 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,290 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,290 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,620 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,290 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,290 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,890 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,290 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Louisville to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Louisville to Detroit?

    Booking a flight from Louisville Intl (SDF) to Detroit All airports (DTT) is your only option if you wish to fly from Louisville to Detroit. On a typical day, there are 10 flights from Louisville Intl to All airports, all of which are around 1h 21m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 1 airline when you book a flight from Louisville Intl to Detroit.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Louisville to Detroit round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $171, was found to be the cheapest airline from Louisville to Detroit.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and Southwest. These flights start at 59% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Louisville to Detroit one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $91. Users have also found prices from $105 and $178 on Spirit Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Louisville to Detroit?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Louisville to Detroit are KLM (88%), Republic Airways (87%) and Virgin Atlantic (86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Louisville to Detroit?

    The cheapest flight price from Louisville to Detroit is $147. On average you can expect to pay $794. The most popular route, (Louisville Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), can usually be booked for $168.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Louisville to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Louisville to Detroit flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Louisville to Detroit?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Louisville to Detroit.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Louisville to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Louisville to Detroit by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Louisville to Detroit?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from Louisville to Detroit in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Louisville to Detroit

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DeltaCheapest$298Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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