Which airports can I use when flying from Memphis to Louisville?

Flights from Memphis to Louisville usually depart from Memphis (MEM) and arrive at Louisville Intl (SDF).

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

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

Which airports do connecting flights from Memphis to Louisville pass through?

One-stop flights from Memphis to Louisville most commonly connect through: • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 60% of one-stop connections • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 20% of one-stop connections • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 15% of one-stop connections • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 52% on flights from Memphis to Louisville. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $256 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $532, a difference of $276. 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 Memphis to Louisville?

A nonstop flight from Memphis to Louisville takes 00m, covering 320 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Memphis 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 Memphis 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 $295 to $1,433. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Memphis to Louisville looking right now?

One-way fares from Memphis to Louisville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $192, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 2h 46m, compared with 3h 52m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 3h 59m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

What is the time difference between Memphis and Louisville?

Louisville is 1 hour ahead of Memphis (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 should I expect to pay for a Memphis to Louisville flight?

Round-trip flights from Memphis to Louisville range from $360 to $504, with an average of $394 over the past 12 months. Anything below $360 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Memphis to Louisville typically range from $360 to $504. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $295, on Southwest.

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

Southwest ($295) and United Airlines ($343) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Memphis to Louisville according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Memphis to Louisville?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is the most popular layover for the Memphis to Louisville route. 60% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ATL.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Memphis to Louisville?

Flights via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $372. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Memphis to Louisville which airport offers the shortest layover?

Nashville Intl (BNA) had the shortest average connection time for Memphis to Louisville layovers at 1h 49m over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $360-$504

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$138

Typical prices: $177-$390

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There are currently no direct flights between Memphis and Louisville. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.

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December

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Cheapest • Avg $372 (round-trip)

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Shortest trip • 2h 46m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Memphis to Louisville

Fri, Dec 11 - Sat, Dec 12

4:15 pm - 10:15 pmMEM Memphis-SDF Louisville Intl

5h 00m1 stop Nashville Intl

7:10 am - 9:15 amSDF Louisville Intl-MEM Memphis

3h 05m1 stop Nashville Intl

$295Southwest

Fri, Dec 11 - Sat, Dec 12

4:15 pm - 12:25 amMEM Memphis-SDF Louisville Intl

7h 10m2 stops Nashville Intl Baltimore/Washington

5:00 pm - 8:20 pmSDF Louisville Intl-MEM Memphis

4h 20m1 stop Chicago Midway

$300Southwest

Fri, Dec 11 - Fri, Dec 11

5:00 am - 10:05 amMEM Memphis-SDF Louisville Intl

4h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway

7:55 pm - 11:25 pmSDF Louisville Intl-MEM Memphis

4h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway

$315Southwest

Fri, Dec 11 - Fri, Dec 11

5:00 am - 10:05 amMEM Memphis-SDF Louisville Intl

4h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway

5:35 pm - 11:25 pmSDF Louisville Intl-MEM Memphis

6h 50m2 stops Nashville Intl Chicago Midway

$320Southwest

Fri, Dec 11 - Fri, Dec 11

5:30 am - 3:25 pmMEM Memphis-SDF Louisville Intl

8h 55m2 stops Houston Hobby Dallas Love Field

4:40 pm - 11:45 pmSDF Louisville Intl-MEM Memphis

8h 05m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl

$325Southwest

Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13

6:24 pm - 11:49 pmMEM Memphis-SDF Louisville Intl

4h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:00 am - 2:44 pmSDF Louisville Intl-MEM Memphis

6h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$343United Airlines

Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13

5:30 am - 3:25 pmMEM Memphis-SDF Louisville Intl

8h 55m2 stops Houston Hobby Dallas Love Field

8:45 am - 11:45 amSDF Louisville Intl-MEM Memphis

4h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway

$348Southwest

Tue, Dec 15 - Wed, Dec 16

7:16 am - 1:24 pmMEM Memphis-SDF Louisville Intl

5h 08m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

3:35 pm - 8:05 pmSDF Louisville Intl-MEM Memphis

5h 30m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$365United Airlines

Fri, Dec 11 - Sat, Dec 12

5:30 am - 3:25 pmMEM Memphis-SDF Louisville Intl

8h 55m2 stops Houston Hobby Dallas Love Field

12:45 pm - 8:20 pmSDF Louisville Intl-MEM Memphis

8h 35m2 stops Nashville Intl Chicago Midway

$380Southwest

Tue, Nov 24 - Sun, Nov 29

6:03 pm - 11:13 pmMEM Memphis-SDF Louisville Intl

4h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:59 pm - 11:11 pmSDF Louisville Intl-MEM Memphis

4h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$427Delta

Recent last minute flight deals from Memphis to Louisville

Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8

3:10 pm - 11:34 amMEM Memphis-SDF Louisville Intl

19h 24m1 stop Tampa St. Petersburg

9:09 pm - 7:18 pmSDF Louisville Intl-MEM Memphis

23h 09m1 stop Tampa

$610Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 5

3:10 pm - 11:34 amMEM Memphis-SDF Louisville Intl

19h 24m1 stop Tampa St. Petersburg

8:02 pm - 7:05 amSDF Louisville Intl-MEM Memphis

12h 03m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl

$661Allegiant Air

Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 3

11:31 am - 8:33 pmMEM Memphis-SDF Louisville Intl

8h 02m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

10:37 am - 2:44 pmSDF Louisville Intl-MEM Memphis

5h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$673United Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4

9:51 am - 5:00 pmMEM Memphis-SDF Louisville Intl

6h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:10 am - 4:18 pmSDF Louisville Intl-MEM Memphis

8h 08m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$673United Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 3

11:40 am - 4:35 pmMEM Memphis-SDF Louisville Intl

3h 55m1 stop Nashville Intl

7:35 pm - 10:30 pmSDF Louisville Intl-MEM Memphis

3h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway

$673Southwest

Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7

6:30 am - 1:23 pmMEM Memphis-SDF Louisville Intl

5h 53m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

7:00 am - 10:50 amSDF Louisville Intl-MEM Memphis

4h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$673United Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 3

5:50 am - 4:35 pmMEM Memphis-SDF Louisville Intl

9h 45m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl

12:10 pm - 4:25 pmSDF Louisville Intl-MEM Memphis

5h 15m1 stop Dallas Love Field

$678Southwest

Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 3

5:50 am - 4:35 pmMEM Memphis-SDF Louisville Intl

9h 45m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl

7:20 am - 1:25 pmSDF Louisville Intl-MEM Memphis

7h 05m2 stops Nashville Intl Houston Hobby

$683Southwest

Wed, Nov 4 - Fri, Nov 6

7:00 am - 3:17 pmMEM Memphis-SDF Louisville Intl

7h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:10 pm - 9:55 pmSDF Louisville Intl-MEM Memphis

4h 45m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$708American Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 6

2:40 pm - 8:52 pmMEM Memphis-SDF Louisville Intl

5h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:17 am - 2:44 pmSDF Louisville Intl-MEM Memphis

6h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$708United Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from Memphis 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 Memphis to Louisville departing in december.

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High season	December
Cheapest flight	$138

Beat the crowds with an average 81% drop in travelers.

The most popular month to fly with an average 31% increase in travelers.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Memphis to Louisville?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Memphis to Louisville.
How long is a flight from Memphis to Louisville?
A nonstop flight from Memphis to Louisville takes 00m, covering 320 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Memphis 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.
How much should I expect to pay for a Memphis to Louisville flight?
Round-trip flights from Memphis to Louisville range from $360 to $504, with an average of $394 over the past 12 months. Anything below $360 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Memphis 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 $295 to $1,433. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Memphis to Louisville looking right now?
One-way fares from Memphis to Louisville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $192, which is 39% 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 Memphis to Louisville?
Flights from Memphis to Louisville usually depart from Memphis (MEM) and arrive at Louisville Intl (SDF).
Which airports do connecting flights from Memphis to Louisville pass through?
One-stop flights from Memphis to Louisville most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 60% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 20% of one-stop connections
• Nashville Intl (BNA) - 15% of one-stop connections
• Chicago Midway (MDW) - 5% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Memphis to Louisville?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 52% on flights from Memphis to Louisville. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $256 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $532, a difference of $276.

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 Memphis to Louisville?
Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 2h 46m, compared with 3h 52m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 3h 59m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).
What is the time difference between Memphis and Louisville?
Louisville is 1 hour ahead of Memphis (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 $256, about $276 less than Monday fares (52% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Memphis to Louisville trip for December. Fares historically average $356 round-trip in that month - typically $385 less than the most expensive month, which is January (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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