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$144+ Cheap flights from Louisville (SDF) to Iowa

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SDF — DSM
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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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 February 20, 2025.

This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/67:16 pmSDF - CID
1 stop22h 31mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/105:37 pmCID - SDF
1 stop23h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$222
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/55:45 amSDF - CID
1 stop6h 11mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/123:45 pmCID - SDF
1 stop4h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$228
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/75:00 pmSDF - MLI
1 stop6h 31mDelta
Tue 3/115:03 pmMLI - SDF
1 stop5h 54mDelta
Deal found 2/20$239
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.
Fri 3/76:30 amSDF - MLI
1 stop5h 40mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/1112:40 pmMLI - SDF
2 stops10h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$244
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/71:25 pmSDF - DSM
1 stop4h 47mDelta
Tue 3/115:59 pmDSM - SDF
1 stop4h 16mDelta
Deal found 2/20$262
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.
Fri 3/76:32 pmSDF - DSM
1 stop6h 17mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/112:17 pmDSM - SDF
2 stops6h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$267
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/612:48 pmSDF - DSM
2 stops27h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/138:30 amDSM - SDF
1 stop23h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$295
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/76:32 pmSDF - OMA
1 stop5h 46mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/116:11 pmOMA - SDF
1 stop5h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$307
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Thu 3/61:25 pmSDF - CID
2 stops10h 22mDelta
Mon 3/105:30 amCID - SDF
1 stop5h 32mDelta
Deal found 2/19$314
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Thu 3/276:42 amSDF - OMA
1 stop4h 33mDelta
Fri 3/285:40 pmOMA - SDF
1 stop4h 35mDelta
Deal found 2/20$337
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/69:38 pmSDF - OMA
1 stop20h 38mAllegiant Air
Mon 3/1010:01 amOMA - SDF
1 stop8h 55mAllegiant Air
Deal found 2/18$385
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Fri 6/273:55 pmSDF - OMA
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Mon 6/307:40 pmOMA - SDF
1 stop3h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$387

Find flights from Louisville to Iowa within your budget

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 February 20, 2025.

Fly from

Louisville

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LouisvilleMoline

SDF - MLI

SDFMLI

Louisville Intl

Fri 3/7

5:00 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop6h 31m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 3/11

5:03 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop5h 54m

$239

LouisvilleMoline

SDF - MLI

SDFMLI

Louisville Intl

Fri 3/7

6:30 am-11:10 am

1 stop5h 40m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 3/11

12:40 pm-12:34 am

2 stops10h 54m

$244

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Fri 3/7

1:25 pm-5:12 pm

1 stop4h 47m

Des Moines

Tue 3/11

5:59 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop4h 16m

$262

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Fri 3/7

6:32 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop6h 17m

Des Moines

Tue 3/11

2:17 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops6h 38m

$267

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Sun 4/6

12:48 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops27h 12m

Des Moines

Sun 4/13

8:30 am-8:31 am

1 stop23h 01m

$295

LouisvilleOmaha

SDF - OMA

SDFOMA

Louisville Intl

Fri 3/7

6:32 pm-11:18 pm

1 stop5h 46m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 3/11

6:11 pm-12:34 am

1 stop5h 23m

$307

LouisvilleOmaha

SDF - OMA

SDFOMA

Louisville Intl

Thu 3/27

6:42 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 33m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 3/28

5:40 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$337

LouisvilleOmaha

SDF - OMA

SDFOMA

Louisville Intl

Thu 3/6

9:38 pm-5:16 pm

1 stop20h 38m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 3/10

10:01 am-7:56 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$385

LouisvilleOmaha

SDF - OMA

SDFOMA

Louisville Intl

Fri 6/27

3:55 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 6/30

7:40 pm-12:25 am

1 stop3h 45m

$387

LouisvilleOmaha

SDF - OMA

SDFOMA

Louisville Intl

Thu 3/6

9:38 pm-5:16 pm

1 stop20h 38m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 3/10

10:11 pm-6:21 pm

3 stops19h 10m

$392

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Best time to book a flight from Louisville to Iowa

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Travel insights for flights from Louisville to Iowa

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

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 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 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 February 20, 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
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
8,765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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.

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  • 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 Southwest. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $144. Users have also found prices from $178 and $215 on Allegiant Air and American Airlines, 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 - Cedar Rapids or Louisville Intl - Moline Quad-City as they are the most popular.

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

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    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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$206Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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