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$105+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville (DTW - 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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Louisville

Cheapest flights from Detroit to Louisville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Louisville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on février 3, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
mer. 3/45:15 am
DTW
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SDF
1 stop7h 06m
Multiple Airlines
mer. 3/111:19 pm
SDF
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DTW
1 stop6h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$254
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
dim. 3/110:59 pm
DTW
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SDF
2 stops13h 22m
Multiple Airlines
jeu. 3/59:06 pm
SDF
-
DTW
1 stop12h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/31$258
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
dim. 2/228:45 pm
DTW
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SDF
1 stop11h 55m
Multiple Airlines
mar. 3/2412:42 pm
SDF
-
DTW
2 stops19h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$277
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
lun. 3/25:15 am
DTW
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SDF
1 stop7h 06m
Spirit Airlines
mar. 3/33:33 pm
SDF
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DTW
2 stops21h 57m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/2$283
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
lun. 2/96:36 pm
DTW
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SDF
1 stop20h 05m
Multiple Airlines
jeu. 2/122:26 pm
SDF
-
DTW
1 stop20h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$287
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
mer. 3/45:15 am
DTW
-
SDF
1 stop7h 06m
Spirit Airlines
mer. 3/111:19 pm
SDF
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DTW
3 stops19h 27m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/2$291
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
dim. 3/110:59 pm
DTW
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SDF
2 stops13h 22m
Spirit Airlines
jeu. 3/53:33 pm
SDF
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DTW
2 stops18h 13m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/31$295
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
ven. 2/272:35 pm
DTW
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SDF
2 stops20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
lun. 3/21:19 pm
SDF
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DTW
1 stop19h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$305

Find flight deals from Detroit to Louisville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 février 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$254
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$105
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$634
Provider with most accurate pricing for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-Louisville Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-Louisville Intl flights.
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Louisville Intl
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Louisville Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($66 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville that are best for you.

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DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mer. 3/4

10:59 pm-8:40 am

2 stops33h 41m

Louisville Intl

mer. 3/11

1:19 pm-8:09 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$262

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dim. 3/1

10:59 pm-12:21 pm

2 stops13h 22m

Louisville Intl

jeu. 3/5

3:33 pm-9:46 am

2 stops18h 13m

$295

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

ven. 2/27

2:35 pm-11:05 am

2 stops20h 30m

Louisville Intl

lun. 3/2

1:19 pm-8:57 am

1 stop19h 38m

$305

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

ven. 2/20

6:00 am-1:06 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Louisville Intl

dim. 2/22

5:35 am-9:32 am

1 stop3h 57m

$347

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dim. 2/15

9:10 am-1:23 pm

1 stop4h 13m

Louisville Intl

sam. 2/21

5:35 am-9:32 am

1 stop3h 57m

$347

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mer. 4/15

11:00 am-4:41 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Louisville Intl

mer. 4/22

5:00 am-9:43 am

1 stop4h 43m

$347

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jeu. 5/7

6:00 am-11:40 am

1 stop5h 40m

Louisville Intl

dim. 5/10

3:50 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$353

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

ven. 2/27

2:35 pm-11:05 am

2 stops20h 30m

Louisville Intl

lun. 3/2

1:19 pm-7:49 am

2 stops18h 30m

$368

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mer. 3/25

8:45 am-3:55 pm

2 stops7h 10m

Louisville Intl

sam. 3/28

6:15 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$380

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

ven. 3/13

12:55 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop9h 45m

Louisville Intl

dim. 3/15

5:25 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 50m

$380

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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 Detroit to Louisville in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Louisville flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Louisville flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Louisville flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Detroit to Louisville

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville (average of $75). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville in October is currently the most expensive (average of $283). 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 DTW to SDF?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 février 3, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 32% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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 février 3, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and Spirit Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Louisville. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Detroit to Louisville?

    Booking a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Louisville Intl (SDF) is your only option if you wish to fly from Detroit to Louisville. On a typical day, there are 8 flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Louisville Intl, all of which are around 1h 24m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 3 airlines when you book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Louisville.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville?

    A quick flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville can take about 7h 06m. Spirit Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $347. The distance from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville is about 306 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville round-trip?

    Spirit Airlines, at $41, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Southwest and Delta. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 89% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville?

    Consider Aeromexico (69%), Virgin Atlantic (68%) or Endeavor Airlines (60%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Louisville?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville (average of $75). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville in October is currently the most expensive (average of $283). 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 Detroit to Louisville

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 février 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$41Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$222Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$299Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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