Which airports can I use when flying from St. Louis to Louisville?

Flights from St. Louis to Louisville usually depart from Lambert-St Louis (STL) and arrive at Louisville Intl (SDF).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from St. Louis to Louisville?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from St. Louis to Louisville.

Which airports do connecting flights from St. Louis to Louisville pass through?

One-stop flights from St. Louis to Louisville most commonly connect through: • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 33% of one-stop connections • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 33% of one-stop connections • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 33% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from St. Louis to Louisville?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 56% on flights from St. Louis to Louisville. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $350 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $787, a difference of $437. 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 St. Louis to Louisville?

A nonstop flight from St. Louis to Louisville takes 00m, covering 254 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from St. Louis 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 St. Louis 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 $303 to $1,049. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from St. Louis to Louisville looking right now?

One-way fares from St. Louis to Louisville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $230, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from St. Louis to Louisville?

Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 04m, compared with 4h 54m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 14m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

What is the time difference between St. Louis and Louisville?

Louisville is 1 hour ahead of St. Louis (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 averaging $75 for economy cars. Top options include: • Hertz • Dollar • Alamo • Thrifty • Budget

How much is a round-trip flight from St. Louis to Louisville?

Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Louisville typically range from $394 to $413. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $303, on American Airlines.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from St. Louis to Louisville?

American Airlines ($303) and Southwest ($320) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from St. Louis to Louisville according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from St. Louis to Louisville?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and Nashville Intl (BNA) are the most popular layovers for the St. Louis to Louisville route. 33% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ATL or BNA.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from St. Louis to Louisville?

Flights via Nashville Intl (BNA) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $354. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from St. Louis to Louisville which airport offers the shortest layover?

Nashville Intl (BNA) had the shortest average connection time for St. Louis to Louisville layovers at 2h 04m over the past 3 months.

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Thu, Nov 19 - Tue, Dec 1

7:26 am - 12:43 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-SDF Louisville Intl

4h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:24 am - 10:34 amSDF Louisville Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis

5h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$275American Airlines

Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9

6:02 am - 9:37 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-SDF Louisville Intl

14h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

10:13 am - 10:17 pmSDF Louisville Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis

13h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$303American Airlines

Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9

8:25 am - 3:15 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-SDF Louisville Intl

5h 50m1 stop Dallas Love Field

7:20 am - 1:45 pmSDF Louisville Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis

7h 25m2 stops Nashville Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$320Southwest

Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9

10:30 am - 8:35 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-SDF Louisville Intl

9h 05m2 stops Nashville Intl Chicago Midway

7:20 am - 1:50 pmSDF Louisville Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis

7h 30m2 stops Nashville Intl Dallas Love Field

$325Southwest

Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4

12:57 pm - 8:52 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-SDF Louisville Intl

6h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:00 am - 12:22 pmSDF Louisville Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis

4h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$405United Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Thu, Nov 19

7:30 am - 1:35 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-SDF Louisville Intl

5h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:00 am - 12:10 pmSDF Louisville Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis

6h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$569United Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 21

5:30 am - 3:35 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-SDF Louisville Intl

9h 05m2 stops Dallas Love Field Chicago Midway

1:10 pm - 7:15 pmSDF Louisville Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis

7h 05m1 stop Tampa

$574Southwest

Tue, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 21

5:30 am - 3:35 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-SDF Louisville Intl

9h 05m2 stops Dallas Love Field Chicago Midway

6:30 am - 3:05 pmSDF Louisville Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis

9h 35m2 stops Nashville Intl Dallas Love Field

$579Southwest

Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 18

8:00 am - 2:47 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-SDF Louisville Intl

5h 47m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10:37 am - 3:43 pmSDF Louisville Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis

6h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$659United Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17

5:01 am - 12:43 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-SDF Louisville Intl

6h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:16 pm - 10:15 pmSDF Louisville Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis

4h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

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How much is a round-trip flight from St. Louis to Louisville? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from St. Louis to Louisville departing in december.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from St. Louis to Louisville?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from St. Louis to Louisville.
How long is a flight from St. Louis to Louisville?
A nonstop flight from St. Louis to Louisville takes 00m, covering 254 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from St. Louis 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 St. Louis 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 $303 to $1,049. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from St. Louis to Louisville looking right now?
One-way fares from St. Louis to Louisville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $230, which is 22% 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 St. Louis to Louisville?
Flights from St. Louis to Louisville usually depart from Lambert-St Louis (STL) and arrive at Louisville Intl (SDF).
Which airports do connecting flights from St. Louis to Louisville pass through?
One-stop flights from St. Louis to Louisville most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 33% of one-stop connections
• Nashville Intl (BNA) - 33% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 33% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from St. Louis to Louisville?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 56% on flights from St. Louis to Louisville. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $350 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $787, a difference of $437.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from St. Louis to Louisville?
Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 04m, compared with 4h 54m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 14m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).
What is the time difference between St. Louis and Louisville?
Louisville is 1 hour ahead of St. Louis (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.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $350, about $437 less than Monday fares (56% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your St. Louis to Louisville trip for April. Fares historically average $354 round-trip in that month - typically $433 less than the most expensive month, which is November (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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