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$78+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville (DTW - SDF)

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DTW — 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 (DTW) 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

September

Average price

$430

Good round-trip deal

$399 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($21 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/128:50 pmDTW - SDF
1 stop21h 31mSpirit Airlines
Tue 3/256:00 amSDF - DTW
1 stop17h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$155
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/1512:40 pmDTW - SDF
2 stops10h 30mSouthwest
Sat 5/174:35 pmSDF - DTW
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$313
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.
Fri 3/77:27 pmDTW - SDF
2 stops22h 54mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/99:38 pmSDF - DTW
2 stops27h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$327
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.
Fri 4/1110:00 amDTW - SDF
Nonstop1h 22mDelta
Sun 4/137:35 amSDF - DTW
Nonstop1h 26mDelta
Deal found 2/19$399
This United 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/105:40 amDTW - SDF
2 stops7h 43mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/145:56 pmSDF - DTW
1 stop4h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$441
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 2/285:27 pmDTW - SDF
1 stop7h 11mAmerican Airlines
Fri 3/78:34 amSDF - DTW
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$639

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.

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Detroit

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Louisville

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Return

Price

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/12

8:50 pm-6:21 pm

1 stop21h 31m

Louisville Intl

Tue 3/25

6:00 am-11:24 pm

1 stop17h 24m

$155

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/15

12:40 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops10h 30m

Louisville Intl

Sat 5/17

4:35 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$313

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/7

7:27 pm-6:21 pm

2 stops22h 54m

Louisville Intl

Sun 3/9

9:38 pm-12:40 am

2 stops27h 02m

$327

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 4/11

10:00 am-11:22 am

Nonstop1h 22m

Louisville Intl

Sun 4/13

7:35 am-9:01 am

Nonstop1h 26m

$399

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/10

5:40 am-1:23 pm

2 stops7h 43m

Louisville Intl

Mon 4/14

5:56 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop4h 21m

$441

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

Thu 4/17

11:00 am-10:30 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$177

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/27

4:42 pm-10:23 am

1 stop17h 41m

$187

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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
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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Louisville flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Louisville flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Louisville flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville (average of $299). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 DTW 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 DTW 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.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Detroit to Louisville. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,412 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
4,412 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,412 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
8,227 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,412 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
8,771 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,412 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
4,412 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
4,412 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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?

    Booking a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Louisville Intl (SDF) is your only option if you wish to fly from Detroit to Louisville. On a typical day, there are 9 flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Louisville Intl, all of which are around 1h 22m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 2 airlines when you book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Louisville.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville round-trip?

    Spirit Airlines, at $155, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Southwest and Delta. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 63% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville one-way?

    $78 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and Delta, with prices starting from $152 and $159, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville?

    Consider Republic Airways (90%), Aeromexico (90%) or Virgin Atlantic (89%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $399. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Louisville Intl) can be booked for $155 on average our data indicates $459 when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville.

  • 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville?

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