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Cheapest round-trip
$301
Typical prices: $352-$416
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/15Fri 10/19
SDF - CLE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$136
Typical prices: $157-$370
Multiple Airlines
Mon 12/3
SDF - CLE • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Louisville and Cleveland. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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September
Cheapest • 10% price drop
May
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $352 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 3h 30m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Louisville to Cleveland (SDF-CLE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Louisville to Cleveland

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
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9:09 pm - 12:28 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
15h 19m1 stop Tampa
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9:59 pm - 10:11 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
36h 12m2 stops Orlando Raleigh-Durham
$301Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Oct 28
American Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 10:23 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
9h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:23 am - 9:35 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
11h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$303American Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
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12:46 pm - 8:12 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
7h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:16 am - 5:13 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
8h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$303American Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Oct 31
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12:46 pm - 9:55 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
9h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:12 am - 5:05 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
11h 53m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$303American Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Tue, Oct 27
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5:38 pm - 9:04 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
3h 26m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:10 am - 9:59 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
3h 49m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$370Delta
Wed, Dec 23 - Sat, Dec 26
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7:20 am - 11:32 amSDF  Louisville Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
4h 12m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:25 am - 10:47 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
4h 22m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$395Delta
Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Dec 26
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8:45 am - 3:32 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
6h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:56 pm - 10:39 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
4h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$479United Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
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5:57 pm - 9:41 amSDF  Louisville Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
15h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:00 am - 8:52 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
13h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$500United Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
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5:57 pm - 9:41 amSDF  Louisville Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
15h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 6:32 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
12h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$500United Airlines
Sun, Oct 18 - Sun, Oct 18
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6:00 am - 9:35 amSDF  Louisville Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
3h 35m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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12:26 pm - 7:11 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
6h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$541United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Louisville to Cleveland flights

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Louisville to Cleveland?

American Airlines ($303) and Delta ($370) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Louisville to Cleveland according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Key details for Louisville to Cleveland flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$136
Beat the crowds with an average 35% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from Louisville to Cleveland

When to book flights from Louisville to Cleveland

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Louisville to Cleveland 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 Cleveland 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 Louisville to Cleveland?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Louisville to Cleveland.

  • How long is a flight from Louisville to Cleveland?

    A nonstop flight from Louisville to Cleveland takes 00m, covering 304 miles.

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

    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 Louisville to Cleveland flight?

    Round-trip flights from Louisville to Cleveland range from $352 to $416, with an average of $391 over the past 12 months. Anything below $352 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Louisville to Cleveland 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 $301 to $699. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Louisville to Cleveland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $155, which is 30% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport (CLE)?

    Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport (CLE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $26 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty

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

    Flights from Louisville to Cleveland usually depart from Louisville Intl (SDF) and arrive at Cleveland Hopkins Intl (CLE).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 46% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Louisville to Cleveland. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $352 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $433, a difference of $81.

    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 Louisville to Cleveland?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 30m, compared with 4h 08m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 09m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

  • What popular places can I visit in Cleveland?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cleveland are Progressive Field, Huntington Bank Field and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. These are among the most viewed places in Cleveland on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Louisville to Cleveland 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 Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $352, about $81 less than Friday fares (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Louisville to Cleveland trip for September. Fares historically average $352 round-trip in that month - typically $388 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport.

    • Extended Stay America Select Suites - Cleveland - Airport
    • Hilton Garden Inn Cleveland Airport

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