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Cheapest round-trip
$217
Typical prices: $235-$386
American Airlines
Tue 9/18Fri 9/21
SDF - DCA • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$100
Typical prices: $179-$345
Southwest
Fri 10/26
SDF - DCA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines. Average duration is 1h 47m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 32% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 22% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $420 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 53m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Louisville to Reagan-National (SDF-DCA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Louisville to Reagan-National

Fri, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 21
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:44 amSDF  Louisville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 44mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
8:36 am - 10:40 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SDF Louisville Intl
2h 04mnonstop
$217American Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 9
Southwest Logo
8:50 am - 4:20 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 30m2 stops Chicago Midway Lambert-St Louis
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12:00 pm - 10:10 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SDF Louisville Intl
10h 10m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Nashville Intl
$219Southwest
Sat, Sep 19 - Mon, Sep 21
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12:05 pm - 8:05 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 00m2 stops Nashville Intl Chicago Midway
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12:55 pm - 8:35 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SDF Louisville Intl
7h 40m2 stops Orlando Nashville Intl
$219Southwest
Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Oct 7
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3:35 pm - 10:55 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 20m2 stops Chicago Midway Lambert-St Louis
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7:25 am - 3:20 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SDF Louisville Intl
7h 55m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Chicago Midway
$219Southwest
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
Delta Logo
11:50 am - 6:36 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 46m1 stop New York LaGuardia
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:21 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SDF Louisville Intl
4h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$227Delta
Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13
Delta Logo
2:36 pm - 6:37 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 01m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:00 am - 12:54 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SDF Louisville Intl
6h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$227Delta
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
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8:00 am - 2:59 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:15 am - 4:53 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SDF Louisville Intl
6h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$227Delta
Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:48 amSDF  Louisville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 48mnonstop
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7:29 pm - 9:30 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SDF Louisville Intl
2h 01mnonstop
$234American Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 25
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:48 amSDF  Louisville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 48mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
7:29 pm - 9:30 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SDF Louisville Intl
2h 01mnonstop
$234American Airlines
Fri, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 21
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:44 amSDF  Louisville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 44mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
8:36 am - 10:40 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SDF Louisville Intl
2h 04mnonstop
$234American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Round-trip flights from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport start at $217. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $235 to $386. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $217 on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 73% 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport at $219 round-trip.
  • March ($379) and July ($339) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 73% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 32% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$100
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 22% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 6% increase in price.
Flight from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

When to book flights from Louisville to Reagan-National

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Your Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights:

    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Only American Airlines operates flights between Louisville and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Flights from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport usually depart from Louisville Intl (SDF) and arrive at Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

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

    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $280 round-trip, compared to $420 via a layover through Nashville Intl (BNA).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $50–$100 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    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 Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 17% of one-stop connections

    Chicago Midway (MDW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    On the Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 49%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $250 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $487: a $237 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights, with 67% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:47 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:16 pm and lands at 8:03 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 47m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 22% above the route average of $281. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport takes 1h 47m, covering 472 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 $217 to $835. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $157, which is 36% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 53m, compared with 4h 40m via Nashville Intl (BNA) and 5h 17m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What car rental options are available at Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA)?

    Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $23 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Sixt
    · Dollar
    · Thrifty
    · Alamo
    · Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport range from $235 to $386, with an average of $281 over the past 12 months. Anything below $235 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $250 - about $237 less than Sunday (49% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 32% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $219 round-trip in that month - typically $160 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.
    - Hyatt House Washington DC The Wharf
    - Canopy by Hilton Washington D.C - The Wharf
    - Intercontinental Hotels Washington D.C. - The Wharf By IHG

Prefer to fly direct from Louisville to Reagan Washington National Airport?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Louisville Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Louisville Intl to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Monday

American Airlines

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Tuesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Friday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines

American Airlines

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Louisville Intl

Monday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Friday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines

American Airlines

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