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Cheapest round-trip
$315
Typical prices: $298-$486
American Airlines
Fri 11/2Tue 11/6
MCI - SDF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$158
Typical prices: $209-$305
American Airlines
Fri 11/16
MCI - SDF • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Kansas City and Louisville. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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August
Cheapest • 38% price drop
February
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Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $359 (round-trip)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Shortest trip • 4h 02m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Louisville (MCI-SDF)

 

Cheap flights from Kansas City to Louisville with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 6
American Airlines Logo
5:23 am - 12:43 pmMCI  Kansas City-SDF Louisville Intl
6h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:31 pm - 12:24 amSDF  Louisville Intl-MCI Kansas City
6h 53m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$315American Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Fri, Jan 15
Southwest Logo
7:00 am - 3:15 pmMCI  Kansas City-SDF Louisville Intl
7h 15m1 stop Dallas Love Field
Southwest Logo
3:50 pm - 6:25 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-MCI Kansas City
3h 35m1 stop Nashville Intl
$315Southwest
Fri, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 14
Delta Logo
5:35 pm - 10:46 pmMCI  Kansas City-SDF Louisville Intl
4h 11m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
7:50 am - 1:28 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-MCI Kansas City
6h 38m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$315Delta
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14
Delta Logo
10:33 am - 4:54 pmMCI  Kansas City-SDF Louisville Intl
5h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:05 amSDF  Louisville Intl-MCI Kansas City
6h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$315Delta
Mon, Jan 25 - Thu, Feb 4
Southwest Logo
6:20 am - 3:55 pmMCI  Kansas City-SDF Louisville Intl
8h 35m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Southwest Logo
6:15 am - 11:40 amSDF  Louisville Intl-MCI Kansas City
6h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
$315Southwest
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 12:55 pmMCI  Kansas City-SDF Louisville Intl
6h 25m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
12:45 pm - 7:50 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-MCI Kansas City
8h 05m2 stops Nashville Intl Chicago Midway
$320Southwest
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
United Airlines Logo
7:36 am - 1:37 pmMCI  Kansas City-SDF Louisville Intl
5h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:10 am - 8:58 amSDF  Louisville Intl-MCI Kansas City
4h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$405United Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 14
United Airlines Logo
1:34 pm - 10:24 pmMCI  Kansas City-SDF Louisville Intl
7h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:55 am - 7:55 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-MCI Kansas City
10h 00m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$410United Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 6
American Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 12:55 pmMCI  Kansas City-SDF Louisville Intl
5h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:31 pm - 12:24 amSDF  Louisville Intl-MCI Kansas City
6h 53m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$432American Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
American Airlines Logo
6:35 pm - 12:09 amMCI  Kansas City-SDF Louisville Intl
4h 34m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
7:11 pm - 10:59 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-MCI Kansas City
4h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$453American Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City to Louisville flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Louisville?

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Louisville typically range from $298 to $486. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $315, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Louisville?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Louisville. It’s 38% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 67% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Louisville?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Louisville at $245 round-trip.
•April ($854) and May ($706) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 248% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Kansas City to Louisville flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$158
Beat the crowds with an average 29% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 48% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Kansas City to Louisville

When to book flights from Kansas City to Louisville

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

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

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Kansas City to Louisville?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Kansas City to Louisville.

  • How long is a flight from Kansas City to Louisville?

    A nonstop flight from Kansas City to Louisville takes 00m, covering 490 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Louisville flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Louisville range from $298 to $486, with an average of $394 over the past 12 months. Anything below $298 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Kansas City 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 $310 to $1,257. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Kansas City to Louisville looking right now?

    One-way fares from Kansas City to Louisville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $188, which is 24% 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 starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Kansas City to Louisville?

    Flights from Kansas City to Louisville usually depart from Kansas City (MCI) and arrive at Louisville Intl (SDF).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Kansas City to Louisville pass through?

    One-stop flights from Kansas City to Louisville most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 45% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 36% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 2% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Kansas City to Louisville?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 63% on flights from Kansas City to Louisville. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $245 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $660, a difference of $415.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 02m, compared with 4h 36m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 5h 01m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Kansas City and Louisville?

    Louisville is 1 hour ahead of Kansas City (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.

Your guide to booking Kansas City 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $245, about $415 less than Monday fares (63% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to Louisville trip for August. Fares historically average $245 round-trip in that month - typically $609 less than the most expensive month, which is April (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
    • Tru By Hilton Louisville Airport
    • Baymont by Wyndham Louisville Airport South

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