Cheap flights from Des Moines to Louisville from $307

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Southwest Logo
3:45 pm - 8:25 pm
DSM
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SDF
3h 40m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
8:45 am - 11:25 am
SDF
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DSM
3h 40m
1 stop
$307Southwest
Wed, Jun 10 - Sun, Jun 14
Southwest Logo
5:20 am - 10:05 am
DSM
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SDF
3h 45m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:25 am - 11:25 am
SDF
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DSM
7h 00m
2 stops
$312Southwest
Wed, Jun 10 - Sun, Jun 14
American Airlines Logo
5:01 pm - 12:23 am
DSM
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SDF
6h 22m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:26 am
SDF
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DSM
5h 26m
1 stop
$314American Airlines
Fri, May 8 - Fri, May 15
Southwest Logo
5:35 am - 10:05 am
DSM
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SDF
3h 30m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
7:15 pm - 10:10 pm
SDF
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DSM
3h 55m
1 stop
$317Southwest
Sat, May 30 - Tue, Jun 2
United Airlines Logo
1:35 pm - 10:59 pm
DSM
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SDF
8h 24m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
3:25 pm - 8:30 pm
SDF
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DSM
6h 05m
1 stop
$320United Airlines
Sat, May 23 - Wed, May 27
Southwest Logo
5:35 am - 10:05 am
DSM
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SDF
3h 30m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
3:45 pm - 10:10 pm
SDF
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DSM
7h 25m
2 stops
$322Southwest
Sat, May 30 - Tue, Jun 2
Delta Logo
6:31 pm - 11:59 pm
DSM
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SDF
4h 28m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:05 am
SDF
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DSM
6h 05m
1 stop
$332Delta
Fri, Apr 24 - Sun, Apr 26
Delta Logo
6:07 am - 1:39 pm
DSM
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SDF
6h 32m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:59 pm - 8:59 pm
SDF
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DSM
4h 00m
1 stop
$347Delta
Tue, Jun 30 - Fri, Jul 3
Southwest Logo
5:35 am - 11:20 pm
DSM
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SDF
16h 45m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
4:40 pm - 10:10 pm
SDF
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DSM
6h 30m
2 stops
$349Southwest
Sat, May 30 - Tue, Jun 2
American Airlines Logo
3:20 pm - 11:11 pm
DSM
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SDF
6h 51m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:26 am
SDF
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DSM
5h 26m
1 stop
$352American Airlines
Fri, Apr 17 - Sun, Apr 19

Southwest flights from Des Moines to Louisville

Our best Southwest deals on Des Moines to Louisville flight tickets
Southwest
Jun 10
DSM3:45 pmDes Moines
3h 40m
1 stop
SDF8:25 pmLouisville Intl
Jun 14
SDF8:45 amLouisville Intl
3h 40m
1 stop
DSM11:25 amDes Moines
$307
Southwest
Jun 10
DSM5:20 amDes Moines
3h 45m
1 stop
SDF10:05 amLouisville Intl
Jun 14
SDF5:25 amLouisville Intl
7h 00m
2 stops
DSM11:25 amDes Moines
$312
Southwest
May 30
DSM5:35 amDes Moines
3h 30m
1 stop
SDF10:05 amLouisville Intl
Jun 2
SDF7:15 pmLouisville Intl
3h 55m
1 stop
DSM10:10 pmDes Moines
$317

United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Louisville

Our best United Airlines deals on Des Moines to Louisville flight tickets
United Airlines
May 23
DSM1:35 pmDes Moines
8h 24m
1 stop
SDF10:59 pmLouisville Intl
May 27
SDF3:25 pmLouisville Intl
6h 05m
1 stop
DSM8:30 pmDes Moines
$320
United Airlines
Apr 18
DSM7:16 pmDes Moines
3h 43m
1 stop
SDF11:59 pmLouisville Intl
Apr 22
SDF9:07 amLouisville Intl
4h 22m
1 stop
DSM12:29 pmDes Moines
$359
United Airlines
May 23
DSM6:00 amDes Moines
13h 25m
2 stops
SDF8:25 pmLouisville Intl
May 27
SDF5:20 amLouisville Intl
6h 07m
1 stop
DSM10:27 amDes Moines
$403

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Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Wed 6/10

3:45 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop3h 40m

Louisville Intl

Sun 6/14

8:45 am-11:25 am

1 stop3h 40m

$307

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Wed 6/10

5:20 am-10:05 am

1 stop3h 45m

Louisville Intl

Sun 6/14

5:25 am-11:25 am

2 stops7h 00m

$312

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Fri 5/8

5:01 pm-12:23 am

1 stop6h 22m

Louisville Intl

Fri 5/15

6:00 am-10:26 am

1 stop5h 26m

$314

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Sat 5/30

5:35 am-10:05 am

1 stop3h 30m

Louisville Intl

Tue 6/2

7:15 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop3h 55m

$317

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Sat 5/23

1:35 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 24m

Louisville Intl

Wed 5/27

3:25 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$320

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Sat 5/30

5:35 am-10:05 am

1 stop3h 30m

Louisville Intl

Tue 6/2

3:45 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops7h 25m

$322

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Fri 4/24

6:31 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 28m

Louisville Intl

Sun 4/26

6:00 am-11:05 am

1 stop6h 05m

$332

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Tue 6/30

6:07 am-1:39 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Louisville Intl

Fri 7/3

5:59 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$347

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Sat 5/30

5:35 am-11:20 pm

2 stops16h 45m

Louisville Intl

Tue 6/2

4:40 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops6h 30m

$349

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Fri 4/17

3:20 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Louisville Intl

Sun 4/19

6:00 am-10:26 am

1 stop5h 26m

$352

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Louisville?

If you are unable to visit Louisville during the month of January, then departing from Des Moines during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $305.

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Fastest flight time

3h 40m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Des Moines to Louisville takes 3h 40m
There are no direct flights from Des Moines to Louisville. There are no popular flight routes from Des Moines to Louisville.
  • How far is Des Moines to Louisville Intl by plane?

    Louisville Intl is 476.1 mi away from Des Moines. By plane, this route typically takes 3h 40m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Louisville Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Louisville Intl Airport are updated daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Louisville Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Louisville Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Louisville Intl Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Louisville Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Des Moines to Louisville?

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DeltaPriceFrom $129Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,327 reviews
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9,478 reviews
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