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$29+ 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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SDF
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from North Carolina to Kentucky

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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$78
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$29
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$318

Good round-trip deal

$177 or less

Good one-way deal

$139 or less
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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 October 30, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Thu 12/45:21 pmILM - BNA
Nonstop1h 50mAvelo Airlines
Sun 12/76:56 pmBNA - ILM
Nonstop1h 37mAvelo Airlines
Deal found 10/30$78
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Mon 11/37:20 pmILM - BNA
Nonstop1h 45mAvelo Airlines
Thu 11/209:25 amBNA - ILM
Nonstop1h 37mAvelo Airlines
Deal found 10/29$108
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/136:10 amRDU - CVG
1 stop11h 00mFrontier
Sat 11/155:43 pmCVG - RDU
1 stop5h 15mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$110
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Mon 11/176:12 pmCLT - CVG
1 stop7h 27mFrontier
Tue 11/188:00 amCVG - CLT
1 stop5h 32mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$110
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Thu 11/132:45 pmCLT - CVG
1 stop9h 26mFrontier
Mon 11/176:30 pmCVG - CLT
1 stop19h 02mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$119
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/136:00 amRDU - CVG
1 stop10h 58mFrontier
Sun 11/1612:01 pmCVG - RDU
1 stop9h 10mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$127
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Mon 11/176:10 amRDU - CVG
1 stop11h 00mFrontier
Tue 11/188:00 amCVG - RDU
1 stop14h 33mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$139
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Thu 12/410:33 pmCLT - CVG
1 stop12h 19mFrontier
Thu 12/116:10 amCVG - CLT
1 stop10h 39mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$139
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/51:48 pmILM - BNA
1 stop9h 39mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/76:56 pmBNA - ILM
Nonstop1h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$141
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Thu 12/410:33 pmCLT - CVG
1 stop12h 19mFrontier
Sat 12/611:57 amCVG - CLT
1 stop20h 00mFrontier
Deal found 10/27$142
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Fri 11/146:10 amRDU - CVG
1 stop11h 00mFrontier
Wed 11/1912:52 pmCVG - RDU
1 stop4h 16mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$143
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Fri 11/144:13 pmRDU - CVG
1 stop7h 46mFrontier
Sun 11/1612:01 pmCVG - RDU
1 stop9h 10mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$144

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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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North Carolina to Kentucky that are best for you.

Fly from

North Carolina

Fly to

Kentucky

Route

Depart

Return

Price

WilmingtonNashville

ILM - BNA

ILMBNA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 12/4

5:21 pm-6:11 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Nashville Intl

Sun 12/7

6:56 pm-9:33 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$78

CharlotteCincinnati

CLT - CVG

CLTCVG

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 12/3

10:45 am-5:44 pm

1 stop6h 59m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 12/4

5:05 am-1:41 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$150

WilmingtonNashville

ILM - BNA

ILMBNA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 2/20

11:58 am-7:49 pm

1 stop8h 51m

Nashville Intl

Sun 2/22

8:10 pm-10:47 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$158

NorfolkCincinnati

ORF - CVG

ORFCVG

Norfolk

Tue 12/30

3:01 pm-5:44 pm

1 stop26h 43m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 1/7

2:55 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$159

WilmingtonNashville

ILM - BNA

ILMBNA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 12/14

8:00 am-10:22 am

2 stops27h 22m

Nashville Intl

Thu 12/18

9:30 am-12:07 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$159

NorfolkNashville

ORF - BNA

ORFBNA

Norfolk

Mon 12/1

9:26 pm-1:52 pm

1 stop17h 26m

Nashville Intl

Sun 12/7

8:59 pm-7:16 pm

1 stop21h 17m

$162

WilmingtonNashville

ILM - BNA

ILMBNA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 12/5

12:11 pm-7:57 am

2 stops20h 46m

Nashville Intl

Sun 12/7

6:56 pm-9:33 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$164

NorfolkCincinnati

ORF - CVG

ORFCVG

Norfolk

Thu 1/8

1:10 pm-1:01 am

1 stop11h 51m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 1/18

6:00 am-10:26 pm

1 stop16h 26m

$165

WilmingtonNashville

ILM - BNA

ILMBNA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 12/4

5:21 pm-6:11 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Nashville Intl

Sun 12/7

8:59 pm-4:22 pm

2 stops18h 23m

$168

CharlotteCincinnati

CLT - CVG

CLTCVG

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 12/6

8:52 am-5:44 pm

1 stop8h 52m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 12/8

6:00 am-6:27 pm

1 stop12h 27m

$169

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Best time to book a flight from North Carolina to Kentucky

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Kentucky (average of $89). Flying from North Carolina to Kentucky in December is currently the most expensive (average of $188). 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 October 30, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 7% 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 October 30, 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
8.1
Very good
222 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
222 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
222 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
222 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
222 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Contour
7.5
Good
40 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
222 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,035 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
222 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!

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 1h 50m. Fly via Avelo Airlines, Frontier, or Spirit Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between North Carolina and Kentucky is about 511 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 Avelo Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $39. Spirit Airlines flights start at $40 while deals on Frontier start at $55 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Kentucky (average of $89). Flying from North Carolina to Kentucky in December is currently the most expensive (average of $188). 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 North Carolina to Kentucky

Discover the top 5 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$99Average$194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$139Average$321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ContourCheapest$156Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$183Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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