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$90+ Cheap flights from Louisville (SDF) to District of Columbia

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SDF — IAD
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
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Cheap flight deals from Louisville to District of Columbia

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$189
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One-way from

$90
(American Airlines)

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January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$249

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$219 or less

Good one-way deal

$174 or less
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Cheapest flights from Louisville to District of Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Louisville to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Wed 9/36:06 amSDF - DCA
Nonstop1h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/67:45 pmDCA - SDF
Nonstop1h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$189
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Thu 3/1310:05 amSDF - IAD
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/178:40 amIAD - SDF
Nonstop1h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/18$189
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Tue 4/16:59 pmSDF - DCA
1 stop4h 41mDelta
Wed 4/26:00 amDCA - SDF
1 stop4h 00mDelta
Deal found 2/19$199
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 3/127:35 amSDF - IAD
1 stop3h 58mDelta
Tue 3/257:35 amIAD - SDF
1 stop4h 27mDelta
Deal found 2/19$199
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 3/511:21 amSDF - DCA
1 stop5h 04mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/129:00 amDCA - SDF
1 stop4h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$210
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Thu 3/136:50 amSDF - DCA
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Sun 3/166:05 amDCA - SDF
1 stop4h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$233
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Mon 5/128:15 pmSDF - IAD
1 stop3h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/175:00 amIAD - SDF
1 stop6h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$258
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Thu 5/298:00 pmSDF - IAD
3 stops24h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/18:22 pmIAD - SDF
1 stop14h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$288

Find flights from Louisville to District of Columbia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Louisville to District of Columbia 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 February 20, 2025.

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Louisville

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District of Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LouisvilleWashington, D.C.

SDF - DCA

SDFDCA

Louisville Intl

Wed 3/5

5:39 am-7:19 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/12

7:54 pm-9:59 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$189

LouisvilleWashington, D.C.

SDF - IAD

SDFIAD

Louisville Intl

Thu 3/13

6:00 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/16

5:45 pm-7:38 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

$190

LouisvilleWashington, D.C.

SDF - DCA

SDFDCA

Louisville Intl

Tue 4/1

4:18 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop4h 37m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/8

6:00 am-11:56 am

1 stop5h 56m

$199

LouisvilleWashington, D.C.

SDF - IAD

SDFIAD

Louisville Intl

Wed 3/12

7:35 am-11:33 am

1 stop3h 58m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/25

7:35 am-12:02 pm

1 stop4h 27m

$199

LouisvilleWashington, D.C.

SDF - DCA

SDFDCA

Louisville Intl

Wed 3/5

11:21 am-4:25 pm

1 stop5h 04m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/12

9:00 am-1:32 pm

1 stop4h 32m

$210

LouisvilleWashington, D.C.

SDF - DCA

SDFDCA

Louisville Intl

Thu 3/13

6:50 am-12:25 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 3/16

6:05 am-10:20 am

1 stop4h 15m

$233

LouisvilleWashington, D.C.

SDF - IAD

SDFIAD

Louisville Intl

Thu 5/29

3:55 pm-8:12 pm

2 stops28h 17m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 6/1

8:22 pm-10:36 am

1 stop14h 14m

$249

LouisvilleWashington, D.C.

SDF - IAD

SDFIAD

Louisville Intl

Mon 5/12

8:15 pm-12:03 am

1 stop3h 48m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/17

5:00 am-11:41 am

1 stop6h 41m

$258

LouisvilleWashington, D.C.

SDF - DCA

SDFDCA

Louisville Intl

Tue 3/18

7:26 pm-9:03 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$90

LouisvilleWashington, D.C.

SDF - IAD

SDFIAD

Louisville Intl

Wed 4/2

2:06 pm-3:44 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$90

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Best time to book a flight from Louisville to District of Columbia

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Travel insights for flights from Louisville to District of Columbia

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Louisville to District of Columbia?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to District of Columbia (average of $309). Flying from Louisville to District of Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 DC?

Find hourly flight availability from Louisville to District of Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Louisville to District of Columbia as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Louisville to District of Columbia

Explore weekly flight availability from Louisville to District of Columbia. 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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from SDF to USDC are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in District of Columbia by month

Plan your trip to District of Columbia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in District of Columbia ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit District of Columbia when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in District of Columbia by month

Plan your trip to District of Columbia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to District of Columbia, 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing District of Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to District of Columbia. 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 District of Columbia. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Louisville to District of Columbia to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Louisville to District of Columbia?

    Located just 5.3 mi from the city center, Louisville Intl (SDF) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to District of Columbia from Louisville.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Louisville to District of Columbia one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $90. United Airlines flights start at $90 while deals on Allegiant Air start at $98 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Louisville to District of Columbia?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Louisville to District of Columbia consider choosing Air Canada (90%), Republic Airways (90%) or United Airlines (87%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Louisville to District of Columbia?

    The cheapest flight price from Louisville to District of Columbia is $123. On average you can expect to pay $754. The most popular route, (Louisville Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), can usually be booked for $179.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Louisville to District of Columbia that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Louisville to District of Columbia?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Louisville to District of Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Louisville to District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to District of Columbia (average of $309). Flying from Louisville to District of Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 5 airlines flying from Louisville to District of Columbia

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Louisville to District of Columbia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$158Average$187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$177Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$184Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$186Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$238Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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