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Cheapest round-trip
$233
Typical prices: $307-$446
Delta
Sat 10/27Wed 10/31
DSM - SDF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$117
Typical prices: $253-$298
Delta
Sun 10/7
DSM - SDF • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Louisville. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 31% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Cheapest • Avg $340 (round-trip)
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Shortest trip • 4h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Louisville (DSM-SDF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Louisville

Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
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10:57 am - 5:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-SDF Louisville Intl
6h 02m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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5:59 pm - 10:33 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$233Delta
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
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5:35 am - 12:54 pmDSM  Des Moines-SDF Louisville Intl
6h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 10:42 amSDF  Louisville Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$233Delta
Tue, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 23
United Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 4:57 pmDSM  Des Moines-SDF Louisville Intl
6h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:57 pm - 9:55 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-DSM Des Moines
4h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$249United Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Oct 28
Delta Logo
3:03 pm - 8:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-SDF Louisville Intl
4h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:38 pm - 8:40 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-DSM Des Moines
4h 02m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$249Delta
Tue, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 23
Southwest Logo
3:30 pm - 8:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-SDF Louisville Intl
4h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway
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5:35 pm - 11:05 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-DSM Des Moines
6h 30m2 stops Nashville Intl Chicago Midway
$254Southwest
Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Oct 28
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4:30 pm - 9:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-SDF Louisville Intl
3h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
3:55 pm - 10:00 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-DSM Des Moines
7h 05m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
$255Southwest
Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 18
United Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 4:57 pmDSM  Des Moines-SDF Louisville Intl
6h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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3:24 pm - 8:36 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-DSM Des Moines
6h 12m1 stop Denver Intl
$303United Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18
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6:55 pm - 11:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-SDF Louisville Intl
4h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:15 am - 10:30 amSDF  Louisville Intl-DSM Des Moines
6h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$326United Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
American Airlines Logo
2:01 pm - 9:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-SDF Louisville Intl
6h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
10:16 am - 1:30 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-DSM Des Moines
4h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$347American Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
American Airlines Logo
9:26 am - 6:27 pmDSM  Des Moines-SDF Louisville Intl
8h 01m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
10:16 am - 1:30 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-DSM Des Moines
4h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$396American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Louisville flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Louisville?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Louisville start at $233. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $307 to $446. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $233 on Delta.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Louisville?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Louisville at $260 round-trip.
•December ($626) and November ($536) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 140% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Des Moines to Louisville flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$117
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 66% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Des Moines to Louisville

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines 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 Des Moines to Louisville flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Louisville?

    Flights from Des Moines to Louisville usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Louisville Intl (SDF).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Louisville?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to Louisville:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Louisville pass through?

    One-stop flights from Des Moines to Louisville most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 57% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 2% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Louisville?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 42% on the Des Moines to Louisville route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $260 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $446, a difference of $186. 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 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.

  • How long is a flight from Des Moines to Louisville?

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Louisville takes 0h 00m, covering 480 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines 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.

  • Have flight prices from Des Moines 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 $233 to $802. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Des Moines to Louisville looking right now?

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Louisville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $204, which is 27% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Des Moines to Louisville?

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 48m, compared with 4h 32m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 4h 35m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Des Moines and Louisville?

    Louisville is 1 hour ahead of Des Moines (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

    Louisville Intl Airport (SDF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Louisville flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Louisville range from $307 to $446, with an average of $376 over the past 12 months. Anything below $307 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Louisville flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $260 - about $186 less than Monday (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Louisville trip for January. Fares historically average $260 round-trip in that month - typically $366 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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.
    - Best Western Louisville Airport Expo
    - Days Inn by Wyndham Louisville Airport Fair and Expo Center
    - Baymont by Wyndham Louisville Airport South

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