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$93+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville (DTW - SDF)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SDF
Apr 20 — Apr 271
Sun 4/20
Sun 4/27
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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 April 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$183
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$93
(Mytrip)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$566

Good round-trip deal

$264 or less

Good one-way deal

$248 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 April 15, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Wed 5/148:25 amDTW - SDF
1 stop8h 22mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/215:45 amSDF - DTW
1 stop7h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/14$183
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/108:48 pmDTW - SDF
1 stop13h 30mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/1312:58 pmSDF - DTW
1 stop20h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/14$192
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Sat 5/39:24 pmDTW - SDF
1 stop14h 19mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/118:19 pmSDF - DTW
1 stop13h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$260
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 6/201:06 pmDTW - SDF
Nonstop1h 18mDelta
Sun 6/227:14 pmSDF - DTW
Nonstop1h 29mDelta
Deal found 4/14$299
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Sun 9/147:05 amDTW - SDF
2 stops7h 20mSouthwest
Mon 9/156:25 amSDF - DTW
2 stops6h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 4/14$334
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/34:20 pmDTW - SDF
1 stop5h 54mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/66:08 pmSDF - DTW
1 stop3h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/14$379

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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 April 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville that are best for you.

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Detroit

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Louisville

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DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/14

8:25 am-4:47 pm

1 stop8h 22m

Louisville Intl

Wed 5/21

5:45 am-12:52 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$183

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/10

8:48 pm-10:18 am

1 stop13h 30m

Louisville Intl

Tue 5/13

12:58 pm-9:10 am

1 stop20h 12m

$192

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/3

9:24 pm-11:43 am

1 stop14h 19m

Louisville Intl

Sun 5/11

8:19 pm-10:07 am

1 stop13h 48m

$260

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/20

7:59 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

Louisville Intl

Sun 6/22

7:14 pm-8:43 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$299

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/20

3:00 pm-12:25 am

2 stops9h 25m

Louisville Intl

Sun 6/22

5:15 am-12:15 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$342

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/3

4:20 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Louisville Intl

Sun 7/6

6:08 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop3h 57m

$379

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/10

8:48 pm-10:18 am

1 stop13h 30m

$93

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/11

5:27 am-2:04 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$97

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/12

9:20 am-10:30 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$157

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/15

9:25 pm-12:35 am

1 stop3h 10m

$160

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to Louisville in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 eDreams the most. eDreams 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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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville

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 April 15, 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 April 15, 2025.

The most flights from DTW to SDF are scheduled on a Monday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 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 April 15, 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
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
7,918 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
8,658 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,921 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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 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 11 flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Louisville Intl, all of which are around 1h 18m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 3 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?

    American Airlines, at $183, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and Delta. Users have found that American Airlines is 57% 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?

    $93 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 American Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $97 and $157, respectively.

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

    Consider SkyWest Airlines (91%), Korean Air (90%) or WestJet (87%) 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 $248. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Louisville Intl) can be booked for $192 on average our data indicates $334 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 3 airlines flying from Detroit to Louisville

Discover the top 3 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 April 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$249Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$292Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$298Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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