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Chicago – Louisville
Outbound – Nov 19, 2026
WNMDW
direct
1h 15m
SDF
Return – Nov 23, 2026
WNSDF
direct
1h 15m
MDW
$302
yesterday
Chicago – Louisville
Outbound – Nov 19, 2026
WNMDW
direct
1h 15m
SDF
Return – Nov 22, 2026
WNSDF
direct
1h 20m
MDW
$318
yesterday
Chicago – Louisville
Outbound – Nov 19, 2026
WNMDW
direct
1h 15m
SDF
Return – Nov 22, 2026
WNSDF
direct
1h 15m
MDW
$394
2 days ago
Chicago – Louisville
Outbound – Nov 19, 2026
WNMDW
direct
1h 15m
SDF
Return – Nov 24, 2026
WNSDF
direct
1h 15m
MDW
$251
yesterday

* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.

Cheapest flight tickets

$189

Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.

Average price of a round trip

$252

Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.

Flight duration

1h33

A flight from Chicago to Louisville takes on average 1h33.

Best time

June

According to user searches, the ideal month to go to Louisville is June.

The best flight deals for a weekend

Chicago – Louisville
Outbound – Nov 19, 2026
WNMDW
direct
1h 15m
SDF
Return – Nov 23, 2026
WNSDF
direct
1h 15m
MDW
$302
yesterday
Chicago – Louisville
Outbound – Nov 19, 2026
WNMDW
direct
1h 15m
SDF
Return – Nov 22, 2026
WNSDF
direct
1h 20m
MDW
$318
yesterday
Chicago – Louisville
Outbound – Nov 19, 2026
WNMDW
direct
1h 15m
SDF
Return – Nov 22, 2026
WNSDF
direct
1h 15m
MDW
$394
2 days ago

* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.

Tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago to Louisville

Check out our tips for booking your flight to Louisville (USA) from Chicago (USA) at the cheapest possible price.

Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is October, with an average flight ticket price of $245 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of October, September and November.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 20 days before the departure date.

The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Southwest Airlines. A ticket from the airline Southwest Airlines to Louisville costs on average $296.
The airlines that offer the most flights are American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines.

Price of flight tickets from Chicago to Louisville

Here is some information and tips to know before booking your flight:

  • Flight ticket prices range from $189 to $521
  • The average price of a flight ticket is about $252
  • Prices are lowest for stays in the month of October
  • The month in which booking a ticket is cheaper is: October
info departure city :
Chicago, USA
airports :
Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field Airport (CGX)
Chicago FSS (CHI)
Chicago-Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago-O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
local time :

Chicago is a city in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Chicago, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 14°C, with a minimum of 10°C and a maximum of 20°C.

The city of Chicago (CHI) has 4 airport(s): Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field, Chicago FSS, Chicago-Midway and Chicago-O'Hare

destination info :
Louisville, USA
airport :
Standiford Field (SDF)
local time :

Louisville is in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Louisville, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 15°C, with a minimum of 9°C and a maximum of 22°C.

The city of Louisville has 1 airport(s): Standiford Field

Useful info about Louisville

What is the least touristic period to go to Louisville?

If you want to visit Louisville during the least touristic period, choose the month of June.

What is the most popular time to travel to Louisville?

In Louisville, the most popular month is October. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.

When should I book my flight from Chicago to Louisville?

According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 20 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 3 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. You can also choose morning flights that are 100% cheaper than afternoon and evening flights. The cheapest day to book a flight from Chicago to Louisville is Thursday.

What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Chicago and Louisville?

When you leave, you can leave from Chicago-Midway or Chicago-O'Hare, and you will arrive at Standiford Field.

How to reach Chicago airport from the city centre?

The airport Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field is located 4 km, Chicago FSS is located 29 km, Chicago-Midway is located 12 km or Chicago-O'Hare is located 29 km from the city centre. You can access it by using public transportation, taking a taxi, or renting a car.

Are there other means of transportation to go from Chicago to Louisville?

Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.

Are there big differences in weather between Chicago and Louisville?

In summer, the average temperature is 24°C in Louisville and 22°C in Chicago. The average rainfall in summer is 115 mm in Louisville and 145 mm in Chicago. In summer, it is warmer in Louisville and it rains less in Louisville. In winter, it is colder in Louisville and it rains more in Louisville.

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