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$89+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Louisville (SDF)

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 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SDF
Jul 13 — Jul 201
Mon 7/13
Mon 7/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Louisville Intl are usually found in August or December, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to Louisville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Louisville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 13, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/187:00 am
ORD
-
SDF
Nonstop1h 42m
United Airlines
Tue 8/185:45 pm
SDF
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/11$177
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 8/256:50 pm
ORD
-
SDF
Nonstop1h 35m
American Airlines
Sat 8/2910:23 am
SDF
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 39m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/8$196
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 9/52:00 pm
ORD
-
SDF
Nonstop1h 38m
United Airlines
Mon 9/75:45 pm
SDF
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/9$215
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Tue 11/1011:30 am
ORD
-
SDF
1 stop5h 10m
Delta
Thu 11/127:20 am
SDF
-
ORD
1 stop6h 17m
Delta
Deal found 6/8$216
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Fri 9/186:17 pm
ORD
-
SDF
Nonstop1h 38m
United Airlines
Sat 9/197:10 am
SDF
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/9$233
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 7/77:27 am
ORD
-
SDF
Nonstop1h 36m
American Airlines
Tue 7/146:48 am
SDF
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/13$243
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sun 8/96:50 pm
ORD
-
SDF
Nonstop1h 35m
American Airlines
Tue 8/116:28 am
SDF
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/11$246
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/248:05 am
ORD
-
SDF
1 stop10h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/38:48 pm
SDF
-
ORD
1 stop16h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$247
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Fri 9/189:00 am
ORD
-
SDF
1 stop4h 02m
Delta
Sat 9/195:20 pm
SDF
-
ORD
1 stop4h 02m
Delta
Deal found 6/9$253
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/33:51 pm
ORD
-
SDF
Nonstop1h 36m
American Airlines
Tue 7/76:48 am
SDF
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/12$259
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/65:50 pm
ORD
-
SDF
Nonstop1h 41m
United Airlines
Sat 10/101:50 pm
SDF
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/9$262
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Tue 7/78:52 am
ORD
-
SDF
1 stop6h 55m
Delta
Tue 7/1410:34 am
SDF
-
ORD
1 stop3h 29m
Delta
Deal found 6/13$263

Find flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Louisville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Louisville (SDF). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 13, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$177
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$89
(United Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$364

Good round-trip deal

$445 or less

Good one-way deal

$179 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from O'Hare Intl to Louisville 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 June 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoLouisville

ORD - SDF

ORDSDF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/7

8:52 am-1:42 pm

1 stop3h 50m

Louisville Intl

Tue 7/14

10:34 am-4:23 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$296

ChicagoLouisville

ORD - SDF

ORDSDF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/25

4:30 pm-7:07 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Louisville Intl

Sat 8/29

1:56 pm-6:37 pm

1 stop5h 41m

$307

ChicagoLouisville

ORD - SDF

ORDSDF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/15

8:40 am-2:37 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Louisville Intl

Wed 7/22

7:15 am-7:56 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$328

ChicagoLouisville

ORD - SDF

ORDSDF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/10

7:05 am-1:42 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Louisville Intl

Sun 7/12

2:22 pm-6:29 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$357

ChicagoLouisville

ORD - SDF

ORDSDF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/19

9:25 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

Louisville Intl

Sat 7/25

6:00 am-9:36 am

1 stop4h 36m

$376

ChicagoLouisville

ORD - SDF

ORDSDF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/14

8:40 am-2:37 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Louisville Intl

Fri 7/17

7:15 am-7:56 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$376

ChicagoLouisville

ORD - SDF

ORDSDF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/27

11:15 am-4:46 pm

1 stop4h 31m

Louisville Intl

Sat 7/4

7:55 am-1:04 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$379

ChicagoLouisville

ORD - SDF

ORDSDF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/9

1:59 pm-12:34 am

2 stops9h 35m

Louisville Intl

Tue 8/11

7:55 am-1:08 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$382
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoLouisville

ORD - SDF

ORDSDF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/8

5:50 pm-8:23 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Louisville Intl

Thu 7/9

7:15 am-7:56 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$386
Cheapest one-way

ChicagoLouisville

ORD - SDF

ORDSDF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/30

11:00 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$138

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Compare providers for flights from O'Hare Intl to Louisville

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Louisville in June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Louisville flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Louisville flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Louisville flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Louisville flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Louisville flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from O'Hare Intl to Louisville

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Louisville from O'Hare Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville?

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 32 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville (average of $219). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville in February is currently the most expensive (average of $508). 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 ORD to SDF?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl to Louisville. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 13, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 23% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from O'Hare Intl to Louisville. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville?

Reviews of airlines servicing Louisville

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Louisville. 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 Louisville. Reviews last updated June 13, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,815 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,815 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,815 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,649 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,815 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from O'Hare Intl to Louisville. 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 into for flights to Louisville from Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    Louisville Intl (SDF), located 5.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Louisville. 2 airlines have flights to Louisville Intl from Chicago O'Hare Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Louisville Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 34 inbound flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl per day.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville?

    A quick flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville can take about 1h 37m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $307. The distance from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville is about 287 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $134, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be American Airlines. United Airlines is 62% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville?

    Consider Japan Airlines (84%), Finnair (82%) or Qatar Airways (82%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville?

    On average you can expect to pay $473 for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville. The cheapest flight overall is $137 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Louisville Intl) is currently priced at $177.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Louisville that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to Louisville flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Louisville?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Louisville.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Louisville?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Louisville 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville (average of $219). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville in February is currently the most expensive (average of $508). 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 2 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to Louisville

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl to Louisville. 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 June 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$134Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$136Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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