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$124+ Cheap flights from Louisville (SDF) to Iowa

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SDF — DSM
Apr 2 — Apr 91
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Round-trip from

$239
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$124
(American Airlines)

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December

Average price

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Cheapest flights from Louisville to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Louisville to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Fri 4/115:56 pmSDF - MLI
1 stop4h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/133:50 pmMLI - SDF
1 stop5h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$239
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Fri 4/115:45 amSDF - MLI
1 stop6h 06mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/151:08 pmMLI - SDF
2 stops7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$244
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 5/1111:23 amSDF - CID
2 stops30h 34mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/186:14 pmCID - SDF
1 stop19h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$261
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Fri 5/26:00 pmSDF - DSM
1 stop3h 45mDelta
Mon 5/55:46 pmDSM - SDF
1 stop4h 13mDelta
Deal found 3/27$262
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Fri 5/23:55 pmSDF - DSM
2 stops8h 49mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/56:13 pmDSM - SDF
1 stop3h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$267
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 5/113:33 pmSDF - CID
1 stop27h 10mAllegiant Air
Sun 5/186:14 pmCID - SDF
1 stop19h 11mAllegiant Air
Deal found 3/27$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/106:00 amSDF - OMA
1 stop5h 14mDelta
Sat 5/175:20 amOMA - SDF
1 stop5h 59mDelta
Deal found 3/27$287
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 5/107:24 amSDF - OMA
2 stops8h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/176:14 pmOMA - SDF
1 stop5h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$292
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 6/216:00 pmSDF - OMA
1 stop5h 56mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/298:00 amOMA - SDF
1 stop4h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$317
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Fri 5/25:05 pmSDF - DSM
2 stops7h 00mSouthwest
Mon 5/56:00 amDSM - SDF
2 stops10h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$318
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Fri 4/116:12 pmSDF - MLI
1 stop14h 31mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/1310:38 amMLI - SDF
3 stops34h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$354
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/156:40 amSDF - OMA
1 stop3h 50mSouthwest
Sun 5/183:35 pmOMA - SDF
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 3/26$377

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Louisville to Iowa 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 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Louisville to Iowa that are best for you.

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Louisville

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Iowa

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Depart

Return

Price

LouisvilleMoline

SDF - MLI

SDFMLI

Louisville Intl

Fri 4/11

5:56 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop4h 39m

Moline Quad-City

Sun 4/13

3:50 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$239

LouisvilleMoline

SDF - MLI

SDFMLI

Louisville Intl

Fri 4/11

5:45 am-10:51 am

1 stop6h 06m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 4/15

1:08 pm-9:39 pm

2 stops7h 31m

$244

LouisvilleCedar Rapids

SDF - CID

SDFCID

Louisville Intl

Sun 5/11

11:23 am-4:57 pm

2 stops30h 34m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 5/18

6:14 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop19h 11m

$261

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Fri 5/2

6:00 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop3h 45m

Des Moines

Mon 5/5

5:46 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop4h 13m

$262

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Fri 5/2

3:55 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops8h 49m

Des Moines

Mon 5/5

6:13 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop3h 48m

$267

LouisvilleCedar Rapids

SDF - CID

SDFCID

Louisville Intl

Sun 5/11

3:33 pm-5:43 pm

1 stop27h 10m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 5/18

6:14 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop19h 11m

$269

LouisvilleOmaha

SDF - OMA

SDFOMA

Louisville Intl

Sat 5/10

6:00 am-10:14 am

1 stop5h 14m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 5/17

5:20 am-12:19 pm

1 stop5h 59m

$287

LouisvilleOmaha

SDF - OMA

SDFOMA

Louisville Intl

Sat 5/10

7:24 am-2:47 pm

2 stops8h 23m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 5/17

6:14 pm-12:18 am

1 stop5h 04m

$292

LouisvilleOmaha

SDF - OMA

SDFOMA

Louisville Intl

Sat 6/21

6:00 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 6/29

8:00 am-1:24 pm

1 stop4h 24m

$317

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Fri 5/2

5:05 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops7h 00m

Des Moines

Mon 5/5

6:00 am-5:40 pm

2 stops10h 40m

$318

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Best time to book a flight from Louisville to Iowa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Louisville to Iowa

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Louisville to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 IA?

Find hourly flight availability from Louisville to Iowa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Iowa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Iowa ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Iowa when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Iowa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Iowa, 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 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Iowa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Iowa. 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 Iowa. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Louisville to Iowa to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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
7,896 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
731 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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 Iowa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Louisville to Iowa?

    Louisville Intl (SDF) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Louisville to Iowa. It is only a 5.3 mi journey to Louisville Intl (SDF) from Louisville’s city center.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $124. Users have also found prices from $144 and $164 on Delta and Southwest, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Louisville to Iowa?

    When deciding which route to take from Louisville to Iowa consider Louisville Intl - Omaha Eppley Airfield, Louisville Intl - Des Moines or Louisville Intl - Cedar Rapids as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Louisville to Iowa 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 Iowa?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Louisville to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 3 airlines flying from Louisville to Iowa

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Louisville to Iowa. 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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