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$150+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Louisville (DSM - 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 4/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SDF
Feb 6 — Feb 131
Fri 2/6
Fri 2/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Louisville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) 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 January 7, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$211
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$150
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$276
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Louisville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Louisville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 7, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 2/106:07 amDSM - SDF
1 stop5h 25mAmerican Airlines
Thu 2/126:10 amSDF - DSM
1 stop3h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/7$211
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 2/125:00 amDSM - SDF
1 stop5h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/147:09 amSDF - DSM
1 stop6h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/6$241
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 2/143:24 pmDSM - SDF
1 stop3h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/155:35 amSDF - DSM
1 stop6h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/5$278
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 2/125:00 amDSM - SDF
1 stop5h 30mAmerican Airlines
Fri 2/136:10 amSDF - DSM
1 stop3h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/6$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Sat 2/1410:04 amDSM - SDF
2 stops7h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sun 2/157:09 amSDF - DSM
1 stop6h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/6$294

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Louisville that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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Louisville

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Depart

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Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Tue 2/10

6:07 am-12:32 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Louisville Intl

Thu 2/12

6:10 am-9:01 am

1 stop3h 51m

$211

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Thu 2/12

5:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 30m

Louisville Intl

Sat 2/14

7:09 am-1:05 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$241

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Sat 2/14

3:24 pm-8:09 pm

1 stop3h 45m

Louisville Intl

Sun 2/15

5:35 am-10:53 am

1 stop6h 18m

$278

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Thu 2/12

5:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 30m

Louisville Intl

Fri 2/13

6:10 am-9:01 am

1 stop3h 51m

$279

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Sat 2/14

3:58 pm-12:13 am

1 stop7h 15m

Louisville Intl

Sun 2/15

6:00 am-10:34 am

1 stop5h 34m

$289

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Sat 2/14

10:04 am-7:03 pm

2 stops7h 59m

Louisville Intl

Mon 2/16

6:12 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$294

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Mon 4/27

5:25 am-9:55 am

1 stop3h 30m

$150

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Mon 4/27

8:04 am-7:59 pm

3 stops10h 55m

$623

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Deals found on 1/5

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Louisville in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Des Moines-Louisville flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Louisville flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Louisville flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Louisville flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Des Moines-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 Des Moines to Louisville

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Louisville

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Louisville?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Louisville (average of $118). Flying from Des Moines to Louisville in December is currently the most expensive (average of $301). 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.

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 January 7, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Louisville, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,022 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,022 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,022 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,138 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,022 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,088 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,022 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Louisville. 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 Des Moines to Louisville?

    American Airlines can get you from Des Moines to Louisville in just under 5h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from Des Moines to Louisville is about 480 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Louisville round-trip?

    Delta, at $129, was found to be the cheapest airline from Des Moines to Louisville.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and American Airlines. Delta is priced at 66% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Louisville that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Louisville flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Louisville?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Louisville?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines 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 Des Moines to Louisville?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Louisville (average of $118). Flying from Des Moines to Louisville in December is currently the most expensive (average of $301). 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Louisville

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines 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 January 7, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$148Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$260Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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