Kentucky

$56+ Cheap flights from Michigan to Kentucky

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 4/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SDF
Mar 5 — Mar 121
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Cheap flight deals from Michigan to Kentucky

Cheapest flights from Michigan to Kentucky
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Michigan to Kentucky. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 3, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Sat 3/285:55 pm
ORD
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CVG
Nonstop1h 18m
United Airlines
Wed 4/18:30 am
CVG
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ORD
Nonstop1h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/31$151
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/193:00 pm
MDW
-
CVG
1 stop8h 59m
Frontier
Mon 2/231:07 pm
CVG
-
MDW
1 stop10h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$154
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/195:05 am
ORD
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CVG
1 stop11h 27m
Frontier
Mon 2/231:07 pm
CVG
-
ORD
1 stop10h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$154
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/208:38 am
ORD
-
CVG
1 stop15h 21m
Frontier
Mon 2/231:07 pm
CVG
-
ORD
1 stop22h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$158
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1011:19 am
MDW
-
CVG
1 stop12h 22m
Frontier
Wed 3/115:45 am
CVG
-
MDW
1 stop13h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$160
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/109:28 am
ORD
-
CVG
1 stop8h 05m
Frontier
Wed 3/115:45 am
CVG
-
ORD
1 stop10h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$160
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 3/249:22 pm
ORD
-
CVG
Nonstop1h 24m
United Airlines
Sat 3/287:45 pm
CVG
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/31$161
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/218:15 am
ORD
-
CVG
1 stop7h 49m
Frontier
Wed 2/258:15 am
CVG
-
ORD
1 stop27h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$165
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 3/258:50 pm
ORD
-
SDF
Nonstop1h 30m
American Airlines
Sat 3/287:30 am
SDF
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 42m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/1$169
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Thu 4/910:45 pm
ORD
-
CVG
Nonstop1h 28m
United Airlines
Sat 4/118:30 am
CVG
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$170
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Thu 4/237:00 am
ORD
-
CVG
Nonstop1h 19m
United Airlines
Sat 4/257:00 am
CVG
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$171
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/107:20 pm
DTW
-
BNA
1 stop11h 03m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 2/128:30 am
BNA
-
DTW
1 stop10h 10m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/1$174

Find flight deals from Michigan to Kentucky

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Michigan to Kentucky flight deals. Data was last updated February 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$151
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$56
(Southwest)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$972

Good round-trip deal

$199 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Detroit (DTT)-Louisville Intl flight deals.
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From Michigan to Kentucky
One-way flight from Michigan to Kentucky
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 27% potential increase in price ($180 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 10% potential price decrease ($45 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Michigan to Kentucky.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Michigan to Kentucky that are best for you.

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Price

ChicagoCincinnati

ORD - CVG

ORDCVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/28

5:55 pm-8:13 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 4/1

8:30 am-9:06 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$151

ChicagoCincinnati

ORD - CVG

ORDCVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/19

5:05 am-5:32 pm

1 stop11h 27m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 2/23

1:07 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop10h 32m

$154

ChicagoCincinnati

ORD - CVG

ORDCVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/24

9:22 pm-11:46 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 3/28

7:45 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$161

ChicagoCincinnati

ORD - CVG

ORDCVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/23

7:00 am-9:19 am

Nonstop1h 19m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 4/25

7:00 am-7:36 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$171

ChicagoCincinnati

ORD - CVG

ORDCVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/21

8:15 am-5:04 pm

1 stop7h 49m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 2/23

5:20 am-11:15 pm

1 stop18h 55m

$175

DetroitNashville

DTW - BNA

DTWBNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/28

12:40 pm-1:15 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Nashville Intl

Wed 4/29

3:40 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$177

ChicagoCincinnati

ORD - CVG

ORDCVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/3

9:25 pm-11:49 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 3/7

7:03 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 32m

$181

DetroitNashville

DTW - BNA

DTWBNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/13

10:07 pm-10:43 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

Nashville Intl

Mon 5/18

7:38 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$185

ChicagoLexington

ORD - LEX

ORDLEX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/26

7:04 am-9:28 am

Nonstop1h 24m

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 3/2

5:07 pm-5:47 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$188

ChicagoLexington

ORD - LEX

ORDLEX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/27

1:49 pm-4:12 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 3/28

4:59 pm-5:39 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$189

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Best time to book a flight from Michigan to Kentucky

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Michigan to Kentucky

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Michigan to Kentucky?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to Kentucky (average of $75). Flying from Michigan to Kentucky in October is currently the most expensive (average of $283). 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 MI to KY?

Find hourly flight availability from Michigan to Kentucky. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 3, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Michigan to Kentucky 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 40% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Kentucky

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kentucky. 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 Kentucky. Reviews last updated February 3, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Michigan to Kentucky have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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

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  • How long is the flight from Michigan to Kentucky?

    Departing from Michigan to Kentucky will take you 1h 18m. The distance from Michigan to Kentucky is about 265 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Michigan to Kentucky that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Michigan to Kentucky?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Michigan to Kentucky?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Michigan to Kentucky 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 Michigan to Kentucky?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to Kentucky (average of $75). Flying from Michigan to Kentucky in October is currently the most expensive (average of $283). 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 5 airlines flying from Michigan to Kentucky

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Michigan to Kentucky. 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 February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$41Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$187Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$199Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$222Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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