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$117+ 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 10/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — DSM
Jul 12 — Jul 191
Sat 7/12
Sat 7/19
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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 July 7, 2025.

Round-trip from

$177
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$117
(American Airlines)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$346
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 July 7, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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 10/11:16 pmSDF - DSM
1 stop4h 33mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/85:00 amDSM - SDF
1 stop3h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/5$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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.
Wed 10/15:30 amSDF - DSM
2 stops6h 55mSouthwest
Wed 10/86:20 amDSM - SDF
2 stops9h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 7/5$187
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/127:46 amSDF - OMA
1 stop8h 06mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/196:00 amOMA - SDF
1 stop7h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/7$230
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/18:13 pmSDF - DSM
2 stops22h 03mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/49:39 amDSM - SDF
1 stop8h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6$261
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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 8/298:06 pmSDF - CID
1 stop4h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/317:11 amCID - SDF
1 stop6h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/5$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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.
Thu 7/175:53 pmSDF - CID
1 stop5h 51mDelta
Mon 7/214:19 pmCID - SDF
1 stop6h 08mDelta
Deal found 7/5$294
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/82:50 pmSDF - OMA
3 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/109:56 amOMA - SDF
1 stop9h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$315
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/285:53 pmSDF - DSM
1 stop5h 40mDelta
Sun 8/36:40 pmDSM - SDF
1 stop4h 52mDelta
Deal found 7/6$327
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/176:50 pmSDF - ALO
1 stop5h 39mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/213:06 pmALO - SDF
1 stop7h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/7$334
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/224:45 pmSDF - MLI
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/2611:25 amMLI - SDF
1 stop5h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/7$343
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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.
Sun 10/265:35 pmSDF - OMA
2 stops8h 35mSouthwest
Sun 11/25:45 amOMA - SDF
1 stop4h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 7/6$365
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/208:14 pmSDF - OMA
1 stop4h 58mDelta
Sat 7/266:40 amOMA - SDF
1 stop4h 21mDelta
Deal found 7/6$387

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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 July 7, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Louisville to Iowa that are best for you.

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Louisville

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Wed 10/1

1:16 pm-4:49 pm

1 stop4h 33m

Des Moines

Wed 10/8

5:00 am-9:25 am

1 stop3h 25m

$177

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Wed 10/1

5:30 am-11:25 am

2 stops6h 55m

Des Moines

Wed 10/8

6:20 am-4:20 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$187

LouisvilleOmaha

SDF - OMA

SDFOMA

Louisville Intl

Tue 8/12

7:46 am-2:52 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 8/19

6:00 am-2:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$230

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Fri 8/1

8:13 pm-5:16 pm

2 stops22h 03m

Des Moines

Mon 8/4

9:39 am-7:08 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$261

LouisvilleCedar Rapids

SDF - CID

SDFCID

Louisville Intl

Fri 8/29

8:06 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 8/31

7:11 am-2:12 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$289

LouisvilleCedar Rapids

SDF - CID

SDFCID

Louisville Intl

Thu 7/17

5:53 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop5h 51m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 7/21

4:19 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$294

LouisvilleOmaha

SDF - OMA

SDFOMA

Louisville Intl

Fri 8/8

2:50 pm-7:20 pm

3 stops29h 30m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 8/10

9:56 am-8:32 pm

1 stop9h 36m

$315

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Mon 7/28

5:53 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Des Moines

Sun 8/3

6:40 pm-12:32 am

1 stop4h 52m

$327

LouisvilleWaterloo

SDF - ALO

SDFALO

Louisville Intl

Thu 7/17

6:50 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop5h 39m

Waterloo

Mon 7/21

3:06 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$334

LouisvilleMoline

SDF - MLI

SDFMLI

Louisville Intl

Tue 7/22

4:45 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop7h 31m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 7/26

11:25 am-6:20 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$343

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Deals found on 7/7

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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 $405). 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 July 7, 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 July 7, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Louisville to Iowa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,962 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,844 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
706 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

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.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $117. Users have also found prices from $119 and $155 on Allegiant Air and Delta, 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 - Cedar Rapids 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 $405). 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 July 7, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$105Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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