Detroit

$117+ Cheap flights from Louisville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (SDF - DTW)

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 8/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — DTW
Jun 9 — Jun 161
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Louisville to Detroit with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from Louisville to Detroit

Cheapest flights from Louisville to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Louisville to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 10, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 6/164:15 pm
SDF
-
DTW
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Tue 6/235:35 am
DTW
-
SDF
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 5/9$345
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 5/285:25 pm
SDF
-
DTW
1 stop4h 55m
Southwest
Mon 6/16:00 am
DTW
-
SDF
1 stop5h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 5/6$355
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 6/137:15 am
SDF
-
DTW
1 stop5h 25m
Southwest
Wed 6/245:35 am
DTW
-
SDF
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 5/7$370
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 5/298:40 am
SDF
-
DTW
1 stop6h 15m
Southwest
Mon 6/16:00 am
DTW
-
SDF
1 stop5h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 5/6$385
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Mon 6/86:05 pm
SDF
-
DTW
1 stop6h 00m
Southwest
Mon 6/155:50 am
DTW
-
SDF
1 stop6h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 5/9$386

Find flight deals from Louisville to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Louisville (SDF) to Detroit (DTW). 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 May 10, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$345
(Southwest)

One-way from

$117
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$771

Good round-trip deal

$406 or less

Good one-way deal

$203 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Louisville Intl-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Louisville Intl-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County flights.
From Louisville Intl to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
One-way flight from Louisville Intl to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Louisville Intl to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Louisville Intl to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Louisville to Detroit 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 May 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Louisville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

LouisvilleDetroit

SDF - DTW

SDFDTW

Louisville Intl

Wed 6/24

5:25 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/30

8:45 am-3:15 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$345

LouisvilleDetroit

SDF - DTW

SDFDTW

Louisville Intl

Tue 6/23

4:15 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/24

1:25 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$350

LouisvilleDetroit

SDF - DTW

SDFDTW

Louisville Intl

Thu 5/28

2:40 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops8h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/1

1:00 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$366

LouisvilleDetroit

SDF - DTW

SDFDTW

Louisville Intl

Tue 6/16

4:15 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops6h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/18

6:55 am-2:55 pm

2 stops8h 00m

$380

LouisvilleDetroit

SDF - DTW

SDFDTW

Louisville Intl

Mon 6/22

6:05 pm-12:05 am

1 stop6h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/29

6:30 am-12:00 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$395

LouisvilleDetroit

SDF - DTW

SDFDTW

Louisville Intl

Sun 6/7

2:30 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop3h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 6/13

8:55 am-1:40 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$395

LouisvilleDetroit

SDF - DTW

SDFDTW

Louisville Intl

Fri 6/19

3:35 pm-12:15 am

2 stops8h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/22

6:30 am-12:00 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$400

LouisvilleDetroit

SDF - DTW

SDFDTW

Louisville Intl

Mon 6/8

7:25 am-12:45 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/8

5:45 pm-12:25 am

1 stop6h 40m

$405

LouisvilleDetroit

SDF - DTW

SDFDTW

Louisville Intl

Thu 7/16

3:35 pm-12:15 am

2 stops8h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 7/19

7:05 am-4:50 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$421
Quickest round-trip

LouisvilleDetroit

SDF - DTW

SDFDTW

Louisville Intl

Mon 6/22

7:49 am-9:15 am

Nonstop1h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/29

7:45 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$439

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 5/7

Showing 1-10 of 21 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2
3

Compare providers for flights from Louisville to Detroit

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 Detroit in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 Louisville-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Louisville-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Louisville-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Louisville-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Louisville-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Detroit

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from Louisville with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Louisville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

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

Find hourly flight availability from Louisville to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 10, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Louisville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 33% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Louisville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Louisville to Detroit. Price data was last updated on May 9, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Louisville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Louisville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. 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 Detroit. Reviews last updated May 10, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta from Louisville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. 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.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight from Louisville to Detroit, you will be flying from Louisville Intl to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) from Louisville Intl (SDF) take 1h 23m for a nonstop flight. There are 14 flights from Louisville Intl to Detroit per day from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Louisville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Southwest can get you from Louisville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in just under 5h. Your travel time can differ by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 306 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Louisville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Louisville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $299 on this airline. Users have found that Delta is 46% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    Consider Republic Airways (95%), Korean Air (92%) or Endeavor Airlines (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Louisville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Louisville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is $179. On average you can expect to pay $693. The most popular route, (Louisville Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), can usually be booked for $345.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Louisville to Detroit by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Book flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport if you plan to visit one of these locations
Dearborn
Troy
Southfield
Warren
Sterling Heights
Auburn Hills
Pontiac
Southgate
Allen Park
Romulus
Rochester Hills
Roseville
Monroe
Utica
Wixom
Ypsilanti
Livonia
Plymouth
Fremont
Port Huron

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Louisville to Detroit

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.

Top airline flying from Louisville to Detroit

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Louisville to Detroit. 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 May 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$299Average$549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.