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$101+ 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 9/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SDF
Jul 20 — Jul 271
Mon 7/20
Mon 7/27
1 adult, Economy
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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 June 20, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 7/289:12 am
DTW
-
SDF
1 stop26h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/318:48 pm
SDF
-
DTW
1 stop16h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/18$259
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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.
Sat 8/156:02 pm
DTW
-
SDF
1 stop16h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/179:10 pm
SDF
-
DTW
2 stops15h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/19$291
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/268:45 am
DTW
-
SDF
1 stop6h 30m
Southwest
Wed 8/265:00 pm
SDF
-
DTW
1 stop4h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 6/17$309
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/211:25 pm
DTW
-
SDF
2 stops8h 20m
Southwest
Wed 7/224:15 pm
SDF
-
DTW
2 stops6h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 6/18$319
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/156:00 am
DTW
-
SDF
1 stop6h 05m
Southwest
Mon 8/178:30 am
SDF
-
DTW
1 stop5h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/19$323
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/265:35 am
DTW
-
SDF
2 stops9h 40m
Southwest
Thu 8/273:20 pm
SDF
-
DTW
1 stop3h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 6/17$328

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 June 20, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$259
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$101
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$439

Good one-way deal

$288 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 38% potential increase in price ($335 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 12% potential price decrease ($62 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 20, 2026.
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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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/26

5:35 am-3:15 pm

2 stops9h 40m

Louisville Intl

Thu 8/27

3:20 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop3h 15m

$328

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/15

6:40 am-12:05 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Louisville Intl

Sat 7/18

5:05 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$352

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/28

1:25 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops8h 20m

Louisville Intl

Fri 7/31

3:35 pm-12:10 am

2 stops8h 35m

$362

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/30

5:45 pm-12:30 am

1 stop6h 45m

Louisville Intl

Sun 8/2

6:25 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$395

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/28

5:30 am-10:00 am

1 stop4h 30m

Louisville Intl

Fri 8/28

3:20 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop3h 15m

$395

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/16

5:45 pm-12:30 am

1 stop6h 45m

Louisville Intl

Sun 7/19

2:30 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop3h 10m

$395

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/23

6:55 am-2:55 pm

2 stops8h 00m

Louisville Intl

Sat 7/25

11:50 am-10:30 pm

2 stops10h 40m

$397

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/9

8:40 am-2:55 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Louisville Intl

Sun 7/12

2:30 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops8h 00m

$420

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/8

5:35 am-12:05 pm

2 stops6h 30m

Louisville Intl

Fri 7/10

3:35 pm-12:10 am

2 stops8h 35m

$425
Quickest round-trip

DetroitLouisville

DTW - SDF

DTWSDF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/16

8:25 am-9:54 am

Nonstop1h 29m

Louisville Intl

Sun 7/19

10:34 am-12:03 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$439

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Compare providers for flights from Detroit 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 Detroit to Louisville in June.
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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville (average of $238). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,217). 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 June 20, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 23% 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 June 20, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta 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.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,420 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Delta
7.8
Good
8,420 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,420 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

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 13 flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Louisville Intl, all of which are around 1h 26m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 1 airline 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 9h 40m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $328. The distance from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville is about 306 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville round-trip?

    Delta, at $299, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville.. Users have found that Delta is 44% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    Consider Endeavor Airlines (88%), WestJet (83%) or Korean Air (82%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $288. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Louisville Intl) can be booked for $291 on average, our data indicates $368 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville (average of $238). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Louisville in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,217). 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 airline flying from Detroit to Louisville

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DeltaCheapest$299Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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