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Cheapest round-trip
$308
Typical prices: $399-$634
Southwest
Sun 11/4Wed 11/7
MSP - SDF • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$449
Typical prices: $399-$642
Delta
Sat 11/17Wed 11/21
MSP - SDF • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 2h 01m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 47% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 31% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $265 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to Louisville (MSP-SDF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Minneapolis to Louisville

Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7
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5:30 am - 10:30 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SDF Louisville Intl
4h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
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7:10 am - 10:30 amSDF  Louisville Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
4h 20m1 stop Nashville Intl
$308Southwest
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7
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5:30 am - 10:30 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SDF Louisville Intl
4h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
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9:10 am - 4:35 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
8h 25m2 stops Chicago Midway Lambert-St Louis
$313Southwest
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7
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9:00 am - 8:40 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SDF Louisville Intl
10h 40m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl
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9:10 am - 4:35 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
8h 25m2 stops Chicago Midway Lambert-St Louis
$324Southwest
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
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2:10 pm - 10:11 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SDF Louisville Intl
19h 01m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
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7:08 pm - 2:06 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
19h 58m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$339Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Fri, Nov 13
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3:36 pm - 8:29 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SDF Louisville Intl
27h 53m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Tampa
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9:22 pm - 10:13 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
25h 51m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
$355Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
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6:20 am - 8:29 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SDF Louisville Intl
13h 09m1 stop Tampa
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6:53 pm - 2:06 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
20h 13m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$364Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 21
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7:45 pm - 10:46 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SDF Louisville Intl
2h 01mnonstop
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7:00 am - 8:15 amSDF  Louisville Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
2h 15mnonstop
$449Delta
Fri, Jan 1 - Fri, Apr 30
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7:50 pm - 11:06 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SDF Louisville Intl
2h 16mnonstop
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6:36 am - 7:54 amSDF  Louisville Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
2h 18mnonstop
$449Delta
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29
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11:35 am - 5:02 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SDF Louisville Intl
4h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:10 am - 8:33 amSDF  Louisville Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
4h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$479United Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29
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3:23 pm - 8:52 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SDF Louisville Intl
4h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:10 am - 10:29 amSDF  Louisville Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
6h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$479United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Minneapolis to Louisville flights

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

Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Louisville start at $308. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $399 to $634. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $308 on Southwest.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to Louisville, it is 7% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 17% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Louisville at $339 round-trip.
•April ($649) and October ($629) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 91% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Minneapolis to Louisville the cheapest?

Flights from Minneapolis to Louisville are cheapest 12 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.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Minneapolis to Louisville

 
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Key details for Minneapolis to Louisville flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$131
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 12% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Minneapolis to Louisville

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Your Minneapolis to Louisville 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 Minneapolis to Louisville flights?

    Among airlines operating Minneapolis to Louisville flights:

    • Delta: 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 Minneapolis to Louisville?

    Only Delta operates flights between Minneapolis and Louisville.

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

    Flights from Minneapolis to Louisville usually depart from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and arrive at Louisville Intl (SDF).

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

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

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: 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 Minneapolis to Louisville?

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $265 round-trip via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), compared to $506 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$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 Minneapolis to Louisville?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 variants.

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

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

    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 59% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 4% 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 Minneapolis to Louisville?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 21% on the Minneapolis to Louisville route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $459 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $577, a difference of $118. 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 Minneapolis to Louisville spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Minneapolis to Louisville 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 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.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 8:54 am and lands at 10:55 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:40 pm and lands at 10:41 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 01m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 42% above the route average of $491. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Minneapolis to Louisville?

    A nonstop flight from Minneapolis to Louisville takes 2h 01m, covering 603 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis 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 $308 to $1,009. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Minneapolis to Louisville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $200, which is 40% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 54m, compared with 5h 35m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 46m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Minneapolis and Louisville?

    Louisville is 1 hour ahead of Minneapolis (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 starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

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

    Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Louisville range from $399 to $634, with an average of $491 over the past 12 months. Anything below $399 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Minneapolis to Louisville flights?

    Delta is the only airline on the Minneapolis to Louisville route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Minneapolis to Louisville 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 Tuesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $459 - about $118 less than Monday (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 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 Minneapolis to Louisville trip for August. Fares historically average $339 round-trip in that month - typically $310 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $265 round-trip on this route - about $240 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 Louisville Intl Airport.
    - Best Western Louisville Airport Expo
    - Days Inn by Wyndham Louisville Airport Fair and Expo Center
    - Baymont by Wyndham Louisville Airport South

Prefer to fly direct from Minneapolis to Louisville?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Louisville Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Minneapolis St Paul to Louisville Intl

Monday

Delta

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Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

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Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

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Direct returns

Louisville Intl to Minneapolis St Paul

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

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