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$124+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Louisville (DSM - SDF)

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DSM — SDF
Jan 25 — Feb 11
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Louisville (SDF). 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 January 20, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$247
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One-way from

$124
(Delta)

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Average price

$276
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Louisville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Louisville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 20, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 2/410:32 amDSM - SDF
1 stop6h 03mDelta
Sat 2/81:25 pmSDF - DSM
1 stop4h 47mDelta
Deal found 1/20$247
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 2/42:06 pmDSM - SDF
1 stop6h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/88:54 amSDF - DSM
2 stops8h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$252
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/33:34 pmDSM - SDF
1 stop5h 56mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/75:51 pmSDF - DSM
1 stop5h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$307
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 2/48:30 amDSM - SDF
1 stop9h 55mSouthwest
Thu 2/68:30 amSDF - DSM
2 stops15h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 1/20$322
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Fri 2/286:00 amDSM - SDF
1 stop16h 46mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/36:00 amSDF - DSM
2 stops18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$410
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Fri 1/247:00 amDSM - SDF
1 stop6h 18mAllegiant Air
Sun 1/269:37 pmSDF - DSM
2 stops21h 45mAllegiant Air
Deal found 1/20$491

Find flights from Des Moines to Louisville within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Louisville 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 January 20, 2025.

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Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Tue 2/4

10:32 am-5:35 pm

1 stop6h 03m

Louisville Intl

Sat 2/8

1:25 pm-5:12 pm

1 stop4h 47m

$247

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Tue 2/4

2:06 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop6h 59m

Louisville Intl

Sat 2/8

8:54 am-4:34 pm

2 stops8h 40m

$252

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Thu 4/3

3:34 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Louisville Intl

Mon 4/7

5:51 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop5h 01m

$307

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Tue 2/4

8:30 am-7:25 pm

1 stop9h 55m

Louisville Intl

Thu 2/6

8:30 am-11:00 pm

2 stops15h 30m

$322

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Fri 2/28

6:00 am-11:46 pm

1 stop16h 46m

Louisville Intl

Mon 3/3

6:00 am-11:25 pm

2 stops18h 25m

$410

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Tue 2/4

5:55 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop4h 26m

$124

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Tue 2/4

12:15 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops8h 50m

$129

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Thu 1/30

3:09 pm-10:52 am

1 stop18h 43m

$172

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Thu 1/30

6:30 am-2:50 pm

2 stops7h 20m

$259

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Fri 2/14

3:44 pm-11:46 pm

3 stops31h 02m

$310

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Louisville in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 Des Moines-Louisville flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Louisville flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Louisville flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Louisville 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 Des Moines-Louisville 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 Des Moines to Louisville

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Louisville

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Louisville (average of $299). Flying from Des Moines to Louisville in April is currently the most expensive (average of $369). 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.

Rainfall in Louisville by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Louisville ranges from 3.1 - 5.3 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.3 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Louisville when rainfall is around 3.1 in.

Temperature in Louisville by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Louisville, 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 78.8 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 Louisville

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Louisville. 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 Louisville. Reviews last updated January 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta and Southwest from Des Moines to Louisville have to say. 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
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Delta, at $247, was found to be the cheapest airline from Des Moines to Louisville.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. Delta is priced at 36% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Louisville?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Louisville 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 Des Moines to Louisville?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Louisville (average of $299). Flying from Des Moines to Louisville in April is currently the most expensive (average of $369). 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 Des Moines to Louisville

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Louisville. 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 January 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$251Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$296Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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