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$78+ Cheap flights from Detroit to Louisville (DTT - SDF)

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DTT — SDF
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Louisville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) 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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$155
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$78
(FlightHub)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$478

Good round-trip deal

$399 or less
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Louisville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Louisville. 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 2/20. 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.
Mon 4/149:02 pmDTW - SDF
1 stop25h 15mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/166:00 amSDF - DTW
1 stop13h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$169
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.
Wed 5/2812:15 pmDTW - SDF
1 stop8h 43mDelta
Tue 6/36:05 amSDF - DTW
1 stop10h 53mDelta
Deal found 2/20$283
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.
Fri 4/1812:40 pmDTW - SDF
2 stops10h 30mSouthwest
Mon 4/216:15 pmSDF - DTW
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$313
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.
Mon 2/244:42 pmDTW - SDF
3 stops31h 04mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/2811:03 amSDF - DTW
2 stops30h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$333
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/34:04 pmDTW - SDF
1 stop6h 26mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/810:06 amSDF - DTW
2 stops8h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$359
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/211:42 amDTW - SDF
2 stops12h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/311:03 amSDF - DTW
2 stops9h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$493

Find flights from Detroit to Louisville within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 February 20, 2025.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

Louisville

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/14

9:02 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop25h 15m

Louisville Intl

Wed 4/16

6:00 am-7:57 pm

1 stop13h 57m

$169

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/3

10:00 am-11:22 am

Nonstop1h 22m

Louisville Intl

Sun 4/6

7:35 am-9:01 am

Nonstop1h 26m

$299

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 4/18

12:40 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops10h 30m

Louisville Intl

Mon 4/21

6:15 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$313

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/24

4:42 pm-11:46 pm

3 stops31h 04m

Louisville Intl

Fri 2/28

11:03 am-5:09 pm

2 stops30h 06m

$333

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/3

4:04 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 26m

Louisville Intl

Tue 4/8

10:06 am-6:07 pm

2 stops8h 01m

$359

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/2

11:42 am-12:13 am

2 stops12h 31m

Louisville Intl

Sat 5/3

11:03 am-8:33 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$493

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/20

10:51 am-8:03 pm

1 stop9h 12m

$78

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/20

6:45 am-3:35 pm

2 stops8h 50m

$152

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/18

7:00 am-3:30 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$159

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/17

11:14 am-8:57 pm

1 stop9h 43m

$177

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

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to Louisville

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Louisville (average of $299). Flying from Detroit 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Louisville. 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.

It’s optimal to fly from Detroit to Louisville in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 26% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to Louisville

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Louisville. 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 DTT to SDF are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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 February 20, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

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.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,013 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Louisville. 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 Detroit to Louisville?

    If you book a flight from Detroit to Louisville, you will be flying from All airports to Louisville Intl. Flights to Louisville Intl (SDF) from Detroit All airports (DTT) take 1h 22m for a nonstop flight. There are 9 flights from All airports to Louisville per day from 2 airlines.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Louisville, with prices starting at $155. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Southwest and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $313 and $375, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 62% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $78. Southwest flights start at $152 while deals on Delta start at $159 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit to Louisville are Republic Airways (90%), Aeromexico (90%) and Virgin Atlantic (89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to Louisville?

    On average you can expect to pay $459 for a flight from Detroit to Louisville. The cheapest flight overall is $399 while the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Louisville Intl) is currently priced at $155.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Louisville (average of $299). Flying from Detroit 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 2 airlines flying from Detroit to Louisville

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$298Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$344Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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