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Cheapest round-trip
$243
Typical prices: $256-$447
United Airlines
Sat 10/6Thu 10/11
IAD - SDF • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$129
Typical prices: $243-$351
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/25
IAD - SDF • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 1h 50m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 41% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $362 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dulles Intl to Louisville (IAD-SDF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dulles Intl to Louisville

Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 11
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8:37 am - 10:34 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
1h 57mnonstop
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2:11 pm - 3:49 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 38mnonstop
$243United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Sun, Nov 1
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12:50 pm - 2:47 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
1h 57mnonstop
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6:00 am - 7:35 amSDF  Louisville Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 35mnonstop
$243United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
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8:37 am - 10:34 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
1h 57mnonstop
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6:00 am - 7:35 amSDF  Louisville Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 35mnonstop
$243United Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Sun, Oct 11
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8:35 am - 10:18 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
1h 43mnonstop
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6:00 am - 7:35 amSDF  Louisville Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 35mnonstop
$243United Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Mon, Oct 5
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6:10 am - 9:52 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
3h 42m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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7:55 pm - 12:41 amSDF  Louisville Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$249Delta
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
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12:20 pm - 4:51 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
4h 31m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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5:59 pm - 12:42 amSDF  Louisville Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 43m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$249Delta
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
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6:05 am - 9:59 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
3h 54m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:00 am - 10:10 amSDF  Louisville Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$249Delta
Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16
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7:17 pm - 11:38 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
4h 21m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:42 pm - 10:59 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 17m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$253American Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
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12:50 pm - 9:45 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
20h 55m2 stops DuBois Jefferson County Pittsburgh
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9:20 pm - 10:40 amSDF  Louisville Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
13h 20m1 stop Sarasota Bradenton Intl
$268Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Thu, Nov 12
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12:50 pm - 9:45 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
20h 55m2 stops DuBois Jefferson County Pittsburgh
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8:31 pm - 9:59 amSDF  Louisville Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
13h 28m1 stop Sarasota Bradenton Intl
$270Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville start at $243. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $256 to $447. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $243 on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville, it is 14% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 63% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville?

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville at $285 round-trip.
  • June ($427) and July ($379) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 49% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville the cheapest?

Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 41% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$129
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 7% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
Flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville

When to book flights from Dulles Intl to Louisville

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Your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville flights?

    Among airlines operating Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville flights:

    • United 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Louisville.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville usually depart from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and arrive at Louisville Intl (SDF).

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

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

    • United Airlines: 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $320 round-trip, compared to $362 via a layover through Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 175 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville pass through?

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 41% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 12% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 48%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $279 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $527: a $248 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:17 am and lands at 10:07 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:10 pm and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 50m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 17% above the route average of $322. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville?

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville takes 1h 50m, covering 450 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 $243 to $1,662. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $189, which is 37% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 01m, compared with 4h 15m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 33m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville range from $256 to $447, with an average of $322 over the past 12 months. Anything below $256 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $279 - about $248 less than Monday (47% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 41% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Louisville trip for October. Fares historically average $285 round-trip in that month - typically $142 less than the most expensive month, which is June (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.
    - Days Inn by Wyndham Louisville Airport Fair and Expo Center
    - Best Western Louisville Airport Expo
    - Baymont by Wyndham Louisville Airport South

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Louisville Intl

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Tuesday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Louisville Intl to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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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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