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$80+ Cheap flights from Louisville (SDF) to Chicago (CHI)

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 3/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — CHI
Feb 20 — Feb 271
Fri 2/20
Fri 2/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Louisville Intl to Chicago are usually found in November or April, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Saturday

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Cheapest flights from Louisville to Chicago
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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/118:40 am
SDF
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MDW
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Tue 4/146:20 pm
MDW
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SDF
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 1/18$175
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Tue 3/101:58 pm
SDF
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 47m
United Airlines
Tue 3/177:40 pm
ORD
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SDF
Nonstop1h 33m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/21$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/118:40 am
SDF
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MDW
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Mon 4/137:45 am
MDW
-
SDF
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 1/18$187
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/311:55 pm
SDF
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 38m
United Airlines
Wed 4/17:54 pm
ORD
-
SDF
Nonstop1h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/19$191
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Tue 3/3111:50 am
SDF
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Wed 4/112:55 pm
MDW
-
SDF
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 1/19$191
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/117:05 pm
SDF
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 44m
American Airlines
Tue 4/146:56 pm
ORD
-
SDF
Nonstop1h 32m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/18$196
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 3/1012:48 pm
SDF
-
ORD
1 stop7h 05m
Delta
Tue 3/1711:10 am
ORD
-
SDF
1 stop4h 20m
Delta
Deal found 1/21$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 3/102:17 pm
SDF
-
MDW
1 stop4h 37m
Delta
Tue 3/1712:47 pm
MDW
-
SDF
1 stop5h 02m
Delta
Deal found 1/21$197
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/255:35 am
SDF
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 44m
United Airlines
Sat 4/45:45 pm
ORD
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SDF
Nonstop1h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/18$203
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Sat 3/147:55 pm
SDF
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Mon 3/167:40 pm
MDW
-
SDF
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 1/21$203
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.
Sat 3/712:00 pm
SDF
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 34m
American Airlines
Sat 3/148:30 am
ORD
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SDF
Nonstop1h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/20$204
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.
Sat 3/1411:59 am
SDF
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ORD
Nonstop1h 41m
American Airlines
Mon 3/168:50 pm
ORD
-
SDF
Nonstop1h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/20$205

Find flight deals from Louisville to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Louisville (SDF) to Chicago (CHI). 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 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$175
(Southwest)

One-way from

$80
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$257

Good round-trip deal

$370 or less

Good one-way deal

$225 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($8 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Louisville Intl to Chicago (CHI).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Louisville to Chicago 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 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Louisville to Chicago that are best for you.

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Louisville

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Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LouisvilleChicago

SDF - MDW

SDFMDW

Louisville Intl

Sat 4/11

8:40 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/14

6:20 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$175

LouisvilleChicago

SDF - MDW

SDFMDW

Louisville Intl

Sat 4/11

8:40 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/13

7:45 am-9:55 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$187

LouisvilleChicago

SDF - ORD

SDFORD

Louisville Intl

Wed 4/8

7:20 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/8

2:10 pm-4:41 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$191

LouisvilleChicago

SDF - ORD

SDFORD

Louisville Intl

Mon 4/20

1:55 pm-2:33 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/22

7:54 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$196

LouisvilleChicago

SDF - ORD

SDFORD

Louisville Intl

Tue 3/10

12:48 pm-6:53 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/17

11:10 am-4:30 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$197

LouisvilleChicago

SDF - ORD

SDFORD

Louisville Intl

Sat 3/14

5:45 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/16

7:40 pm-10:13 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$203

LouisvilleChicago

SDF - MDW

SDFMDW

Louisville Intl

Sat 3/14

7:55 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Chicago Midway

Mon 3/16

7:40 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$203

LouisvilleChicago

SDF - ORD

SDFORD

Louisville Intl

Sat 4/11

7:45 am-1:24 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/14

11:19 am-4:42 pm

1 stop4h 23m

$211

LouisvilleChicago

SDF - ORD

SDFORD

Louisville Intl

Sat 2/14

10:46 am-4:41 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/18

5:59 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop4h 59m

$216

LouisvilleChicago

SDF - MDW

SDFMDW

Louisville Intl

Sat 4/11

12:34 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/14

1:10 pm-9:31 pm

2 stops7h 21m

$216

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Compare providers for flights from Louisville to Chicago

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 Louisville to Chicago in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Louisville with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Louisville to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Louisville to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Louisville to Chicago. Price data was last updated on January 16, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Louisville to Chicago, you should look to book at least 75 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Chicago (average of $77). Flying from Louisville to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $139). 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 CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Louisville to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Louisville to Chicago is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 31% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Louisville to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Louisville to Chicago. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Louisville to Chicago flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Louisville to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Louisville to Chicago. 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 January 21, 2026.

The most flights from SDF to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (43 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Louisville to Chicago?

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated January 21, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Louisville to Chicago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,191 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,174 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Louisville to Chicago?

    Louisville Intl (SDF), located 5.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Louisville to Chicago. 3 airlines have flights from Louisville Intl to Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Louisville Intl to Chicago should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 35 outbound flights to Chicago per day.

  • How long is the flight from Louisville to Chicago?

    There are many flights that can get you from Louisville to Chicago in 1h 20m. Fly via Southwest, United Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 271 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Louisville to Chicago is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $97 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Southwest, starting at $97 and $97 round-trip. American Airlines is currently priced 60% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Louisville to Chicago are Southwest ($38), American Airlines ($52), and United Airlines ($53).

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Louisville to Chicago are Iberia (88%), Copa Airlines (85%) and Qatar Airways (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Louisville to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $66. While the most popular route (Louisville Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $191 on average, our data indicates $1,030 when flying from Louisville to Chicago.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Chicago (average of $77). Flying from Louisville to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $139). 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 Chicago

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Louisville to Chicago. 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 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$97Average$255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$97Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$97Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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