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Cheapest round-trip
$187
Typical prices: $294-$516
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Mon 11/26Sun 12/2
ORD - SDF • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$187
Typical prices: $294-$516
American Airlines
Sat 11/17Sat 11/24
ORD - SDF • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with United Airlines and American Airlines. Average duration is 1h 37m
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 55% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $196 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 25m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from O'Hare Intl to Louisville (ORD-SDF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Louisville

Mon, Dec 14 - Thu, Dec 17
American Airlines Logo
7:00 pm - 9:38 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
1h 38mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
11:48 am - 12:35 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 47mnonstop
$187American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 2
American Airlines Logo
10:11 am - 12:43 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
1h 32mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
6:22 am - 7:09 amSDF  Louisville Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 47mnonstop
$187American Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
United Airlines Logo
6:59 am - 9:38 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
1h 39mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
10:25 am - 11:10 amSDF  Louisville Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 45mnonstop
$187United Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
United Airlines Logo
6:10 pm - 8:52 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
1h 42mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
9:02 am - 9:45 amSDF  Louisville Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 43mnonstop
$187United Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
United Airlines Logo
7:55 pm - 10:30 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
1h 35mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 9:45 amSDF  Louisville Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 45mnonstop
$187United Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
American Airlines Logo
10:11 am - 12:43 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
1h 32mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
6:31 pm - 7:30 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 59mnonstop
$187American Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 26
American Airlines Logo
2:42 pm - 5:13 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
1h 31mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
1:14 pm - 1:57 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 43mnonstop
$187American Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 11:56 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
5h 26m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:49 am - 4:18 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 29m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$207Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 5
Delta Logo
5:33 pm - 11:02 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
4h 29m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
9:06 am - 2:53 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$207Delta
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
Delta Logo
2:44 pm - 9:13 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
5h 29m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
1:04 pm - 5:06 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$207Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville?

Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville typically range from $294 to $516. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $187, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 19% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville?

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville at $280 round-trip.
•June ($506) and July ($484) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 80% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 55% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from O'Hare Intl to Louisville

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$94
Beat the crowds with an average 33% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 16% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville

When to book flights from O'Hare Intl to Louisville

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from O'Hare Intl to Louisville based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:47 am and lands at 8:24 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:35 pm and lands at 11:12 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 37m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville takes 1h 37m, covering 287 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville range from $294 to $516, with an average of $393 over the past 12 months. Anything below $294 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 39% above the $393 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $196 round-trip via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), compared to $395 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 175 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 33%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $187 to $1,141. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $97, which is 64% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Louisville Intl Airport (SDF)?

    Louisville Intl Airport (SDF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $75 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Louisville Intl (SDF).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville pass through?

    Connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville most commonly pass through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 80% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 20% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 31% on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $325 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $471, a difference of $146.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville?

    2 airlines operate flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Louisville. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 24m, compared with 5h 25m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Louisville?

    Louisville is 1 hour ahead of Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Louisville?

    Some of the most popular sights in Louisville are Louisville Waterfront Park and Masonic Widows and Orphans Home. These are among the most viewed places in Louisville on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville flights?

    Among airlines operating Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $325, about $146 less than Sunday fares (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 55% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Louisville trip for December. Fares historically average $280 round-trip in that month - typically $226 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $196 round-trip on this route - about $199 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Louisville Intl Airport.

    • Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr By IHG
    • SpringHill Suites by Marriott Louisville Airport
    • Staybridge Suites Louisville - Expo Center By IHG

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Chicago O'Hare Intl to Louisville Intl

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Louisville Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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