Kentucky

$47+ 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 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SDF
May 1 — May 81
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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 April 1, 2026.

This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/104:43 pm
ILM
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BNA
Nonstop1h 43m
Avelo Airlines
Sun 9/131:24 pm
BNA
-
ILM
Nonstop1h 34m
Avelo Airlines
Deal found 3/30$83
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/711:56 am
RDU
-
SDF
Nonstop1h 31m
Breeze Airways
Sat 5/98:06 pm
SDF
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 29m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 3/30$115
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/66:15 am
RDU
-
CVG
1 stop5h 26m
Frontier
Sat 5/912:46 pm
CVG
-
RDU
1 stop23h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 3/29$123
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/136:15 am
RDU
-
CVG
1 stop5h 26m
Frontier
Tue 5/1912:12 pm
CVG
-
RDU
1 stop12h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$124
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/96:15 am
RDU
-
CVG
1 stop4h 59m
Frontier
Tue 6/1612:12 pm
CVG
-
RDU
1 stop12h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$126
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/236:10 am
RDU
-
CVG
1 stop11h 23m
Frontier
Sun 4/266:53 pm
CVG
-
RDU
1 stop13h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 3/29$137
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sat 5/96:15 am
RDU
-
CVG
1 stop5h 26m
Frontier
Tue 5/129:30 pm
CVG
-
RDU
1 stop11h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$140
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/76:41 pm
CLT
-
CVG
1 stop25h 54m
Frontier
Mon 5/112:12 pm
CVG
-
CLT
1 stop21h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$141
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/172:36 pm
RDU
-
CVG
1 stop9h 10m
Frontier
Sun 6/2112:12 pm
CVG
-
RDU
1 stop19h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 3/29$145
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/810:36 pm
RDU
-
CVG
1 stop11h 31m
Frontier
Thu 6/1812:12 pm
CVG
-
RDU
1 stop12h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$150
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/178:43 pm
RDU
-
CVG
1 stop17h 01m
Frontier
Mon 4/205:20 pm
CVG
-
RDU
1 stop23h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 3/27$151
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/126:15 am
RDU
-
CVG
1 stop5h 34m
Frontier
Thu 6/1812:12 pm
CVG
-
RDU
1 stop12h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$153

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 April 1, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$83
(Travelocity)

One-way from

$47
(Booking.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$248

Good round-trip deal

$106 or less

Good one-way deal

$76 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Raleigh-Durham-Louisville Intl flight deals.
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From North Carolina to Kentucky
One-way flight from North Carolina to Kentucky
High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from North Carolina to Kentucky.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from North Carolina to Kentucky.

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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 April 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North Carolina to Kentucky that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

RaleighLouisville

RDU - SDF

RDUSDF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/28

11:56 am-1:27 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

Louisville Intl

Sat 5/30

8:06 pm-9:35 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$191

RaleighLouisville

RDU - SDF

RDUSDF

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 7/15

7:05 am-8:36 am

Nonstop1h 31m

Louisville Intl

Sun 7/19

6:55 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop3h 27m

$193

CharlotteNashville

CLT - BNA

CLTBNA

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 4/23

6:15 am-6:45 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Nashville Intl

Fri 4/24

1:05 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop4h 15m

$230

NorfolkNashville

ORF - BNA

ORFBNA

Norfolk

Sun 7/19

4:55 pm-8:43 pm

1 stop4h 48m

Nashville Intl

Thu 7/23

6:54 pm-12:45 am

1 stop4h 51m

$237

RaleighLouisville

RDU - SDF

RDUSDF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 4/23

5:38 am-10:06 am

1 stop4h 28m

Louisville Intl

Sun 4/26

6:00 am-10:27 am

1 stop4h 27m

$257

CharlotteNashville

CLT - BNA

CLTBNA

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 5/16

6:10 am-1:00 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Nashville Intl

Sun 5/17

8:20 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$260

CharlotteNashville

CLT - BNA

CLTBNA

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 5/29

8:20 am-3:40 pm

2 stops8h 20m

Nashville Intl

Mon 6/1

9:35 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$265

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 4/24

4:47 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Nashville Intl

Mon 4/27

6:35 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$277

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/5

3:33 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Nashville Intl

Wed 5/6

7:30 am-2:34 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$278

Myrtle BeachNashville

MYR - BNA

MYRBNA

Myrtle Beach Intl

Wed 4/29

2:10 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Nashville Intl

Wed 5/6

3:10 pm-5:35 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$278

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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 $149). 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 April 1, 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 31% 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 March 28, 2026.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from North Carolina to Kentucky?

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 April 1, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Breeze Airways,Southwest, andDelta 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.

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

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 30m. Fly via Breeze Airways, Southwest, or Delta 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 $61. Contour flights start at $64 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 $149). 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 April 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$79Average$200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$100Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ContourCheapest$164Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$178Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$200Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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