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$156+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Louisville (SMF - 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 10/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — SDF
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Tue 8/25
Tue 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Louisville

Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Louisville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Louisville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 26, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Sat 9/266:00 am
SMF
-
SDF
1 stop6h 49m
Delta
Sat 10/34:29 pm
SDF
-
SMF
1 stop8h 06m
Delta
Deal found 7/22$311
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Thu 8/208:00 am
SMF
-
SDF
2 stops8h 59m
United Airlines
Thu 8/277:10 am
SDF
-
SMF
1 stop7h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21$316
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 10/1010:57 pm
SMF
-
SDF
1 stop7h 35m
American Airlines
Tue 10/134:18 pm
SDF
-
SMF
1 stop7h 36m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/24$324
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Thu 9/172:23 pm
SMF
-
SDF
1 stop6h 33m
United Airlines
Tue 9/228:00 am
SDF
-
SMF
2 stops10h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21$331
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Mon 10/55:20 pm
SMF
-
SDF
2 stops13h 45m
Southwest
Mon 10/127:50 pm
SDF
-
SMF
1 stop8h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 7/22$345
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 9/116:00 am
SMF
-
SDF
1 stop6h 49m
Delta
Mon 9/144:29 pm
SDF
-
SMF
1 stop7h 10m
Delta
Deal found 7/22$355
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Thu 10/85:20 pm
SMF
-
SDF
2 stops13h 50m
Southwest
Mon 10/127:50 pm
SDF
-
SMF
1 stop8h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 7/23$356
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/216:44 am
SMF
-
SDF
1 stop8h 34m
American Airlines
Sat 8/297:03 am
SDF
-
SMF
1 stop9h 52m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/22$384

Find flight deals from Sacramento to Louisville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) 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 July 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$311
(Delta)

One-way from

$156
(United Airlines)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$505
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 July 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Louisville that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

SacramentoLouisville

SMF - SDF

SMFSDF

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/5

11:55 pm-10:05 am

1 stop7h 10m

Louisville Intl

Mon 10/12

7:50 pm-1:00 am

1 stop8h 10m

$311

SacramentoLouisville

SMF - SDF

SMFSDF

Sacramento Intl

Fri 8/21

5:30 am-5:20 pm

2 stops8h 50m

Louisville Intl

Sat 8/29

6:45 am-1:45 pm

2 stops10h 00m

$399
Quickest round-trip

SacramentoLouisville

SMF - SDF

SMFSDF

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/29

1:06 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Louisville Intl

Tue 11/3

7:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$411

SacramentoLouisville

SMF - SDF

SMFSDF

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/12

5:00 am-2:29 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Louisville Intl

Thu 8/13

3:35 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop9h 54m

$411

SacramentoLouisville

SMF - SDF

SMFSDF

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/10

6:27 pm-9:34 am

2 stops12h 07m

Louisville Intl

Tue 10/13

3:36 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop8h 24m

$416

SacramentoLouisville

SMF - SDF

SMFSDF

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/16

7:49 am-10:36 pm

2 stops11h 47m

Louisville Intl

Sat 9/19

7:25 am-12:04 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$416
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

SacramentoLouisville

SMF - SDF

SMFSDF

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/3

9:41 am-7:11 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$156

SacramentoLouisville

SMF - SDF

SMFSDF

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/20

11:55 pm-10:05 am

1 stop7h 10m

$156

SacramentoLouisville

SMF - SDF

SMFSDF

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/6

9:20 am-8:36 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$161

SacramentoLouisville

SMF - SDF

SMFSDF

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/20

10:55 pm-10:19 am

1 stop8h 24m

$234

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Deals found on 7/22

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Louisville in July.
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 Sacramento-Louisville flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Louisville flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Louisville flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-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 Sacramento-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 Sacramento to Louisville

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Louisville from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Louisville

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Louisville (average of $332). Flying from Sacramento to Louisville in August is currently the most expensive (average of $639). 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 SMF to SDF?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 July 26, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sacramento to Louisville as you normally would.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Louisville?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Sacramento to Louisville flights typically cost between $469 and $608 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $311 on Delta (Sep 26-Oct 3).

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 July 26, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Sacramento 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,487 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,040 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,844 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Louisville?

    Departing from Sacramento to Louisville will take you 6h 18m. The distance from Sacramento to Louisville is about 1927 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, Southwest ($311), American Airlines ($330), and United Airlines ($393) offers the cheapest pricing from Sacramento to Louisville. These flights start at 35% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Louisville?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Louisville (average of $332). Flying from Sacramento to Louisville in August is currently the most expensive (average of $639). 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 4 airlines flying from Sacramento to Louisville

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 July 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$311Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$330Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$393Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$398Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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