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Cheapest round-trip
$207
Typical prices: $311-$457
Southwest
Sat 9/29Sun 9/30
SDF - BWI • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$104
Typical prices: $153-$302
Southwest
Mon 11/5
SDF - BWI • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 1h 34m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 65% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 12% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $227 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Louisville to Baltimore (SDF-BWI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Louisville to Baltimore

Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7
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5:30 am - 7:05 amSDF  Louisville Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
1h 35mnonstop
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2:45 pm - 4:30 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-SDF Louisville Intl
1h 45mnonstop
$207Southwest
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
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5:35 am - 7:05 amSDF  Louisville Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
1h 30mnonstop
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10:30 pm - 12:15 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-SDF Louisville Intl
1h 45mnonstop
$207Southwest
Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 13
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3:35 pm - 5:10 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
1h 35mnonstop
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2:45 pm - 4:30 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-SDF Louisville Intl
1h 45mnonstop
$207Southwest
Wed, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 5
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5:30 am - 7:05 amSDF  Louisville Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
1h 35mnonstop
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10:30 pm - 12:15 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-SDF Louisville Intl
1h 45mnonstop
$207Southwest
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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8:18 pm - 11:59 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
3h 41m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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8:16 pm - 12:07 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-SDF Louisville Intl
3h 51m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$226American Airlines
Tue, Dec 29 - Tue, Jan 5
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6:20 pm - 11:21 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
5h 01m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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8:10 am - 1:49 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-SDF Louisville Intl
5h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$227Delta
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7
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8:05 am - 1:06 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
5h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 12:54 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-SDF Louisville Intl
6h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$227Delta
Sat, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 10
American Airlines Logo
12:38 pm - 5:41 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
5h 03m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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8:16 pm - 12:07 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-SDF Louisville Intl
3h 51m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$227American Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Mon, Oct 5
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:37 amSDF  Louisville Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
4h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:40 pm - 9:16 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-SDF Louisville Intl
3h 36m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$227Delta
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
American Airlines Logo
6:18 am - 9:44 amSDF  Louisville Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
3h 26m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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8:16 pm - 12:08 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-SDF Louisville Intl
3h 52m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$227American Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Louisville to Baltimore flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Louisville to Baltimore start at $207. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $311 to $457. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $207 on Southwest.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Louisville to Baltimore, it is 4% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 46% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Louisville to Baltimore?

  • December is the cheapest month to fly from Louisville to Baltimore at $329 round-trip.
  • February ($641) and January ($442) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 94% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Louisville to Baltimore the cheapest?

Flights from Louisville to Baltimore are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 65% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Louisville to Baltimore flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$104
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 71% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Louisville to Baltimore

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

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

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Louisville to Baltimore flights?

    Among airlines operating Louisville to Baltimore flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Louisville to Baltimore?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Louisville and Baltimore.

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

    Flights from Louisville to Baltimore usually depart from Louisville Intl (SDF) and arrive at Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Louisville to Baltimore flights?

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

    • Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Louisville to Baltimore:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Louisville to Baltimore?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $227 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $379 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Louisville to Baltimore?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 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 Louisville to Baltimore?

    The Embraer 175 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines and Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 14% of one-stop connections

    Charlotte Douglas (CLT) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 35% on the Louisville to Baltimore route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $362 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $552, a difference of $190. 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 are flight departures from Louisville to Baltimore spread across the day?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Baltimore?

    Some of the most popular sights in Baltimore are Inner Harbor, M&T Bank Stadium and Oriole Park At Camden Yards. These are among the most viewed places in Baltimore on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Louisville to Baltimore?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Louisville to Baltimore:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:30 am and lands at 7:04 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:00 pm and lands at 9:34 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 34m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Louisville to Baltimore flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 58% above the route average of $376. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Louisville to Baltimore?

    A nonstop flight from Louisville to Baltimore takes 1h 34m, covering 493 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Louisville to Baltimore?

    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 Louisville to Baltimore 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 $207 to $885. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Louisville to Baltimore are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $110, which is 48% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 54m, compared with 4h 41m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 4h 43m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What car rental options are available at Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI)?

    Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · NextCar
    · Hertz
    · Dollar
    · Thrifty
    · Budget

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

    Round-trip flights from Louisville to Baltimore range from $311 to $457, with an average of $376 over the past 12 months. Anything below $311 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Louisville to Baltimore 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 Thursday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $362 - about $190 less than Tuesday (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 65% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Louisville to Baltimore trip for December. Fares historically average $329 round-trip in that month - typically $312 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $227 round-trip on this route - about $152 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Louisville to Baltimore?

 
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Direct returns

Baltimore/Washington to Louisville Intl

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