Cheap flights from Louisville to Chicago
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from Louisville to Chicago and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | $230 | American1 stop16 hrSat, Sep 12 — Sun, Sep 13 | The cheapest round-trip flight from Louisville to Chicago is currently $230 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $112 | SouthwestNonstop2 hrWed, Aug 5 | The cheapest one-way flight from Louisville to Chicago is currently $112 | |
| Cheapest nonstop flights | $235 | SouthwestNonstop2 hrSat, Aug 8 — Mon, Aug 10 | The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Louisville to Chicago is currently $235 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | $494 | SouthwestNonstop2 hrSat, Jun 27 — Sun, Jun 28 | The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Louisville to Chicago is currently $494 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | $409 | AmericanNonstop2 hrSat, Aug 8 — Mon, Aug 10 | The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Louisville to Chicago is currently $409 |
| Fastest flight | 1 hr 10 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Louisville to Chicago takes 1 hr 10 min |
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| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive flights for weekend trips from Louisville to Chicago per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Louisville to Chicago is typically September. The most expensive month to fly is typically June.
| September Cheapest | Typical prices: $110–450 |
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| June Most expensive | Typical prices: $310–520 |
Popular airlines from Louisville to Chicago
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from Louisville to Chicago in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- SouthwestNonstopfrom $235Typical price: $190–49021 weekly nonstop flightsSDF - MDWEvery day1913 weekly connecting flightsSDF - MDWEvery day
- UnitedNonstopfrom $235Typical price: $190–51042 weekly nonstop flightsSDF - ORDEvery day336 weekly connecting flightsSDF - ORDEvery day
- AmericanNonstopfrom $230Typical price: $195–49521 weekly nonstop flightsSDF - ORDEvery day484 weekly connecting flightsSDF - ORDEvery day
- Deltafrom $255Typical price: $235–560772 weekly connecting flightsSDF - MDW, ORDEvery day
Popular airports near Louisville
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Louisville center and popularity with travelers.
- Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF)LouisvilleUnited States26 min5 mi
- Nashville International Airport (BNA)NashvilleUnited States2 hr 53 min155 mi
- Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG)CincinnatiUnited States1 hr 32 min81 mi
- Indianapolis International Airport (IND)IndianapolisUnited States1 hr 54 min105 mi
Popular airports near Chicago
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Chicago center and popularity with travelers.
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)ChicagoUnited States27 min16 mi
- Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)ChicagoUnited States25 min9 mi
- Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)MilwaukeeUnited States1 hr 25 min75 mi
- Indianapolis International Airport (IND)IndianapolisUnited States2 hr 58 min165 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from Louisville to Chicago
The cheapest flights from Louisville to Chicago are usually in September. Typical ticket prices in September range from $110 to $450.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Louisville to Chicago recently found on Google Flights was with American from $230. The cheapest one-way flight was with Southwest from $112.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Southwest flight from Louisville to Chicago is $235, flying from Aug 8 to Aug 10.
- The cheapest United flight from Louisville to Chicago is $235, flying from Aug 8 to Aug 10.
- The cheapest American flight from Louisville to Chicago is $230, flying from Sep 12 to Sep 13.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Louisville to Chicago is $255, flying from Aug 8 to Aug 10.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Louisville to Chicago starts at $230 from Sat, Sep 12 to Sun, Sep 13. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $112 and departs on Wed, Aug 5.
1 hr 10 min is the shortest flight time from Louisville to Chicago.
Chicago's peak season is Jun–Aug. Popular events throughout year include St. Patrick's Day, when the river is tinted green (Mar 17); the Pride Parade (Jun); the Taste of Chicago culinary festival (Jul) and the Jazz Festival (Sep). During the holiday season (Nov–Dec), the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival and Christkindlmarket, a German Christmas market in Daley Plaza, draw crowds to the city.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Louisville to Chicago.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Louisville to Chicago really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Louisville to Chicago.
In terms of nonstop flights, United is the most popular. United offers 42 nonstop flights and 336 connecting flights per week. United flies from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
In terms of flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 21 nonstop flights and 1,913 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Other popular airlines flying from Louisville to Chicago are:
In terms of nonstop flights, United is the most popular. United offers 42 nonstop flights and 336 connecting flights per week. United flies from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
In terms of flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 21 nonstop flights and 1,913 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Other popular airlines flying from Louisville to Chicago are:
- American offers 21 nonstop flights and 484 connecting flights per week. American flies from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
- Delta offers 772 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
The cheapest round-trip flight from Louisville to Chicago recently found on Google Flights was with American from $230. The cheapest one-way flight was with Southwest from $112.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Southwest flight from Louisville to Chicago is $235, flying from Aug 8 to Aug 10.
- The cheapest United flight from Louisville to Chicago is $235, flying from Aug 8 to Aug 10.
- The cheapest American flight from Louisville to Chicago is $230, flying from Sep 12 to Sep 13.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Louisville to Chicago is $255, flying from Aug 8 to Aug 10.
Southwest, United and American fly direct from Louisville to Chicago.
- There are 21 Southwest direct flights from Louisville to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 42 United direct flights from Louisville to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 21 American direct flights from Louisville to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Louisville and Chicago at price $494 is offered by Southwest from Sat, Jun 27 to Sun, Jun 28.
Southwest, United and American fly direct from Louisville to Chicago.
- There are 21 Southwest direct flights from Louisville to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 42 United direct flights from Louisville to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 21 American direct flights from Louisville to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
There are direct flights from Louisville to Chicago on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Louisville and Chicago start at $235 from Sat, Aug 8 to Mon, Aug 10 with Southwest.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Louisville to Chicago, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Louisville and Chicago start at $409 from Sat, Aug 8 to Mon, Aug 10 with American.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Louisville and Chicago start at $230 from Sat, Sep 12 to Sun, Sep 13.
To book business class trips from Louisville to Chicago, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Louisville and Chicago starts at $494 from Sat, Jun 27 to Sun, Jun 28 with Southwest.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Louisville and Chicago at price $494 is offered by Southwest from Sat, Jun 27 to Sun, Jun 28.
To find last-minute flight deals from Louisville to Chicago, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
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Prices include required taxes + fees for 1 adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
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