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$64+ Cheap flights from North Carolina 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 2/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SDF
Jan 16 — Jan 231
Fri 1/16
Fri 1/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from North Carolina to Kentucky

Cheapest flights from North Carolina to Kentucky
Explore the most affordable flight options available from North Carolina to Kentucky. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 17, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/258:59 amCLT - BNA
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/252:23 pmBNA - CLT
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$179
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Sun 12/2112:56 pmRDU - CVG
1 stop6h 22mFrontier
Tue 12/235:05 amCVG - RDU
1 stop13h 23mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$187
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/2512:17 pmCLT - CVG
1 stop13h 51mFrontier
Sat 1/109:00 amCVG - CLT
1 stop7h 42mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$187
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Wed 12/3111:48 amRDU - CVG
1 stop5h 56mFrontier
Sun 1/42:50 pmCVG - RDU
1 stop9h 23mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$198
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/244:05 pmCLT - BNA
1 stop6h 29mDelta
Thu 12/256:15 amBNA - CLT
1 stop5h 10mDelta
Deal found 12/16$199
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/244:15 pmCLT - BNA
Nonstop1h 23mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/75:00 amBNA - CLT
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$205
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sat 12/201:14 pmRDU - CVG
1 stop11h 51mFrontier
Tue 12/232:50 pmCVG - RDU
1 stop9h 23mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$213
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/245:10 pmCLT - BNA
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Wed 1/78:25 amBNA - CLT
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/15$215
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/249:21 amRDU - BNA
Nonstop1h 51mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/15:34 pmBNA - RDU
Nonstop1h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Wed 12/315:50 pmRDU - BNA
1 stop17h 19mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/58:47 pmBNA - RDU
2 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$229
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/315:50 pmRDU - BNA
1 stop17h 19mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/49:13 pmBNA - RDU
1 stop22h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$238
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/242:51 pmCLT - CVG
1 stop10h 15mFrontier
Thu 1/89:26 pmCVG - CLT
1 stop12h 10mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$242

Find flight deals from North Carolina to Kentucky

Keep the following information in mind while searching for North Carolina to Kentucky flight deals. Data was last updated December 17, 2025.

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$128
(Frontier)

One-way from

$64
(Frontier)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$350

Good round-trip deal

$133 or less

Good one-way deal

$109 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from North Carolina to Kentucky 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 December 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North Carolina to Kentucky that are best for you.

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North Carolina

Fly to

Kentucky

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CharlotteCincinnati

CLT - CVG

CLTCVG

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 1/13

5:38 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop25h 12m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 1/20

4:23 pm-10:40 am

1 stop18h 17m

$133

CharlotteCincinnati

CLT - CVG

CLTCVG

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 1/13

5:38 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop25h 12m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 1/20

9:00 am-12:40 am

2 stops15h 40m

$145

NorfolkNashville

ORF - BNA

ORFBNA

Norfolk

Sat 2/7

6:45 am-7:43 pm

2 stops13h 58m

Nashville Intl

Tue 2/10

8:40 am-6:38 pm

1 stop8h 58m

$151

CharlotteCincinnati

CLT - CVG

CLTCVG

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 1/16

11:12 am-8:24 pm

1 stop9h 12m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 1/19

7:45 pm-12:40 am

2 stops28h 55m

$157

RaleighCincinnati

RDU - CVG

RDUCVG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 3/5

4:04 pm-12:59 am

1 stop8h 55m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 3/9

8:42 am-3:36 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$162

RaleighCincinnati

RDU - CVG

RDUCVG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 1/8

1:40 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 1/12

5:05 am-2:48 pm

1 stop9h 43m

$162

CharlotteLouisville

CLT - SDF

CLTSDF

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 1/13

6:00 am-2:41 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Louisville Intl

Wed 1/14

1:55 pm-8:03 am

1 stop18h 08m

$173

CharlotteCincinnati

CLT - CVG

CLTCVG

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 1/19

5:21 pm-12:55 am

1 stop7h 34m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 1/22

12:34 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$181

CharlotteLouisville

CLT - SDF

CLTSDF

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 1/30

6:00 am-6:04 pm

1 stop12h 04m

Louisville Intl

Sun 2/1

3:36 pm-12:40 am

1 stop9h 04m

$183

CharlotteCincinnati

CLT - CVG

CLTCVG

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 1/16

7:00 am-3:39 pm

1 stop8h 39m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 1/17

2:27 pm-8:03 am

1 stop17h 36m

$192

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Best time to book a flight from North Carolina to Kentucky

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kentucky from North Carolina with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from North Carolina to Kentucky

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Kentucky (average of $54). Flying from North Carolina to Kentucky in January is currently the most expensive (average of $141). 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 NC to KY?

Find hourly flight availability from North Carolina 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 December 17, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 3% on flights from North Carolina to Kentucky by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from North Carolina to Kentucky?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from North Carolina to Kentucky. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their North Carolina to Kentucky flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 December 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Southwest, and Delta from North Carolina to Kentucky have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Contour
7.6
Good
43 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from North Carolina to Kentucky?

    There are many flights that can get you from North Carolina to Kentucky in 5h 40m. Fly via Frontier, Spirit Airlines, or Southwest to get the fastest option. The distance between North Carolina and Kentucky is about 328 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from North Carolina to Kentucky one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Breeze Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $54. Contour flights start at $91 while deals on American Airlines start at $99 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from North Carolina to Kentucky?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from North Carolina 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 North Carolina to Kentucky?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Kentucky (average of $54). Flying from North Carolina to Kentucky in January is currently the most expensive (average of $141). 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 6 airlines flying from North Carolina to Kentucky

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from North Carolina 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 December 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$97Average$199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$124Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ContourCheapest$144Average$224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$154Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$208Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$209Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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