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Cheapest round-trip
$226
Typical prices: $247-$420
American Airlines
Tue 10/30Sat 11/3
SDF - DCA • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$114
Typical prices: $180-$344
Southwest
Mon 12/24
SDF - DCA • 1 stop
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You can fly direct with American Airlines. Average duration is 1h 46m
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 47% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $293 (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, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 3
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6:03 pm - 7:46 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 43mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
3:42 pm - 5:43 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SDF Louisville Intl
2h 01mnonstop
$226American Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Wed, Dec 2
American Airlines Logo
11:05 am - 12:59 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 54mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
3:42 pm - 5:54 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SDF Louisville Intl
2h 12mnonstop
$226American Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 22
American Airlines Logo
11:17 am - 12:57 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 40mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
8:59 am - 11:11 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SDF Louisville Intl
2h 12mnonstop
$226American Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
Southwest Logo
2:05 pm - 7:15 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 10m1 stop Chicago Midway
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2:40 pm - 9:05 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SDF Louisville Intl
6h 25m1 stop Chicago Midway
$227Southwest
Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 1
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7:05 am - 12:05 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 00m1 stop Nashville Intl
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1:30 pm - 8:00 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SDF Louisville Intl
6h 30m1 stop Nashville Intl
$227Southwest
Sat, Nov 7 - Fri, Dec 4
Delta Logo
5:33 pm - 11:07 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 34m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:15 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SDF Louisville Intl
5h 15m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$227Delta
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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10:49 am - 4:33 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 44m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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9:45 am - 2:24 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SDF Louisville Intl
4h 39m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$227Delta
Wed, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 5
Southwest Logo
8:50 am - 2:55 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway
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6:00 am - 12:10 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SDF Louisville Intl
6h 10m1 stop Nashville Intl
$227Southwest
Mon, Mar 22 - Fri, Mar 26
United Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 3:38 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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3:30 pm - 8:14 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SDF Louisville Intl
4h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$445United Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 10
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7:10 am - 12:05 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2:25 pm - 9:00 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SDF Louisville Intl
6h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$529United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights

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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 typically range from $247 to $420. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $226, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 70% higher.

What’s 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 September ($369) 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 flights from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 47% 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

$114
Beat the crowds with an average 31% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 22% increase in travelers.
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • 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 5:55 am and lands at 7:41 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:16 pm and lands at 8:02 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 46m.

  • 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 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 46m, 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.

  • 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 $247 to $420, with an average of $297 over the past 12 months. Anything below $247 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 28% above the $297 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $299 round-trip and layover options via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) at $293.

  • 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 Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 variants.

  • 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%.

  • 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 $226 to $1,382. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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.

  • 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 $165, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 $24 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

  • 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 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) - 55% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 9% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 47% on flights from Louisville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $269 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $507, a difference of $238.

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

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

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

  • 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 3h 54m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 4h 40m via Nashville Intl (BNA).

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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 always check the fare details before booking.

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 are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $269, about $238 less than Sunday fares (47% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 47% 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 have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $293 round-trip on this route - about $5 less than direct flights (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
    • Intercontinental Hotels Washington D.C. - The Wharf By IHG
    • Canopy by Hilton Washington D.C - The Wharf

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

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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American Airlines

Thursday

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American Airlines

Friday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines

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Sunday

American Airlines

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