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$88+ Cheap flights from Louisville (SDF) to Iowa

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 10/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — DSM
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Louisville to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Louisville to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$229
(Delta)

One-way from

$88
(Southwest)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$288
From Louisville Intl to Iowa
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Cheapest flights from Louisville to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Louisville to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/239:44 amSDF - DSM
1 stop6h 19mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/285:00 amDSM - SDF
1 stop7h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$228
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 11/76:15 amSDF - OMA
1 stop6h 56mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/106:25 pmOMA - SDF
1 stop16h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/239:44 amSDF - OMA
1 stop6h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/255:05 amOMA - SDF
1 stop5h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 9/176:44 pmSDF - CID
1 stop5h 30mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/15:09 amCID - SDF
1 stop5h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 9/195:18 pmSDF - CID
1 stop6h 38mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/226:26 pmCID - SDF
1 stop3h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sun 10/266:00 amSDF - DSM
1 stop5h 05mDelta
Tue 10/286:39 pmDSM - SDF
1 stop4h 22mDelta
Deal found 9/11$272
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/54:26 pmSDF - DSM
1 stop7h 46mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/72:56 pmDSM - SDF
1 stop18h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$278
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 10/231:20 pmSDF - DSM
2 stops11h 10mSouthwest
Tue 10/286:20 amDSM - SDF
2 stops9h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 10/239:44 amSDF - OMA
1 stop6h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/267:36 pmOMA - SDF
1 stop12h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$287
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Fri 9/263:37 pmSDF - OMA
1 stop7h 49mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/13:06 pmOMA - SDF
1 stop5h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$305
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Fri 9/267:20 pmSDF - MLI
1 stop4h 23mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/308:35 amMLI - SDF
1 stop3h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$314
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 10/156:46 pmSDF - MLI
1 stop5h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/196:32 pmMLI - SDF
1 stop13h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/8$318

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Louisville to Iowa 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Louisville to Iowa that are best for you.

Fly from

Louisville

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Thu 10/23

9:44 am-3:03 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Des Moines

Tue 10/28

5:00 am-1:40 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$228

LouisvilleOmaha

SDF - OMA

SDFOMA

Louisville Intl

Fri 11/7

6:15 am-12:11 pm

1 stop6h 56m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 11/10

6:25 pm-12:13 pm

1 stop16h 48m

$237

LouisvilleOmaha

SDF - OMA

SDFOMA

Louisville Intl

Thu 10/23

9:44 am-2:54 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 10/25

5:05 am-11:51 am

1 stop5h 46m

$251

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Sun 10/26

6:00 am-10:05 am

1 stop5h 05m

Des Moines

Tue 10/28

6:39 pm-12:01 am

1 stop4h 22m

$272

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Fri 12/5

4:26 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop7h 46m

Des Moines

Sun 12/7

2:56 pm-9:59 am

1 stop18h 03m

$278

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Thu 10/23

1:20 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops11h 10m

Des Moines

Tue 10/28

6:20 am-4:20 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$279

LouisvilleOmaha

SDF - OMA

SDFOMA

Louisville Intl

Thu 10/23

9:44 am-2:54 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 10/26

7:36 pm-9:23 am

1 stop12h 47m

$287

LouisvilleMoline

SDF - MLI

SDFMLI

Louisville Intl

Wed 3/4

10:05 am-3:05 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 3/7

3:52 pm-10:09 pm

1 stop5h 17m

$289

LouisvilleCedar Rapids

SDF - CID

SDFCID

Louisville Intl

Wed 9/17

6:00 am-1:11 pm

2 stops8h 11m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 10/1

12:42 pm-5:38 pm

1 stop3h 56m

$309

LouisvilleMoline

SDF - MLI

SDFMLI

Louisville Intl

Fri 9/26

7:20 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop4h 23m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 9/30

8:35 am-1:21 pm

1 stop3h 46m

$314

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Best time to book a flight from Louisville to Iowa

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Louisville to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 IA?

Find hourly flight availability from Louisville to Iowa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Louisville to Iowa as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Iowa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Iowa. 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 Iowa. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Louisville to Iowa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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

    Louisville Intl (SDF) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Louisville to Iowa. It is only a 5.3 mi journey to Louisville Intl (SDF) from Louisville’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Louisville to Iowa?

    For as low as $272, American Airlines can have you in Iowa from Louisville in 5h 05m. Louisville and Iowa are separated by a distance of 480 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Southwest. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $88. Users have also found prices from $113 and $194 on Delta and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Louisville to Iowa?

    When deciding which route to take from Louisville to Iowa consider Louisville Intl - Omaha Eppley Airfield, Louisville Intl - Des Moines or Louisville Intl - Moline Quad-City as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Louisville to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 Iowa

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Louisville to Iowa. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$105Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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