Can I fly direct from Raleigh to Louisville?

Yes, direct flights from Raleigh to Louisville are available. Historically, approximately 40.9% of the flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include one or more stops, the median number of stopovers is typically one. This indicates a good chance of finding a non-stop option for your journey.

How many hours is the flight from Raleigh to Louisville?

A direct flight from Raleigh to Louisville typically takes 1 hour and 31 minutes, covering a distance of 667 kilometers. If your journey includes one stop, the median flight time increases to 4 hours and 23 minutes. Travelers should consider these durations when planning their trip, with direct flights offering a significantly shorter travel time.

Should I set a price alert for Raleigh to Louisville flights?

Historically, flights on the Raleigh to Louisville route are classified as a regular deal route. This means that price fluctuations and deals occur with some consistency. Setting a price alert can be beneficial to track these changes and potentially secure a more favorable fare when prices drop. Monitoring this route is a good strategy for travelers.

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Raleigh to Louisville: Overview

Insights for flights from Raleigh to Louisville

A meaningful share of flights from Raleigh to Louisville are non-stop, with 40.9% of recent itineraries offering direct service. The remaining itineraries typically include 1 stopover. When searching for cheap flights from Raleigh to Louisville, you'll find that new deals show up several times a week, providing regular opportunities to find favorable fares.

Right now, fares to Louisville are significantly below the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $99–$309, with a median of $130. Currently, 31% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating a favorable market for travelers.

If you're wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to Louisville, the data shows that October is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $85. Following closely are August, with a median fare of $99, and September, where the median fare is $108.

A typical journey from Raleigh to Louisville takes approximately 1h 31m, including connections. For direct flights, the median flight time is also 1h 31m. Connecting itineraries, however, have a median journey time of 4h 23m, so choosing a non-stop option can significantly reduce your travel duration.

How much is a round trip from Raleigh to Louisville

Regular price: $133 - $400

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Raleigh–Durham International to Louisville International is $133-$400. The current lowest deal is $103 with Breeze Airways for travel from Sep 26-Sep 30.

now $103

Low $133

High $400

The cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to Louisville

The cheapest month to fly from RDU to SDF is March, with a median price of $65. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $425. Prices are generally lower from March to November.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $65

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $425

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Mar

Apr

May

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Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Raleigh to Louisville

Breeze Airways

Last-minute flights going from Raleigh to Louisville

Sat, Sep 26

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Louisville

Raleigh (RDU) - Louisville (SDF)

Breeze Airways

$184

$103

One-way

Sat, Sep 26

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Louisville

Raleigh (RDU) - Louisville (SDF)

Breeze Airways

$141

$115

One-way

Sat, Sep 26

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Louisville

Raleigh (RDU) - Louisville (SDF)

Breeze Airways

$139

$115

One-way

Sat, Sep 26

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Louisville

Raleigh (RDU) - Louisville (SDF)

Breeze Airways

$147

$115

One-way

Sat, Sep 26

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Louisville

Raleigh (RDU) - Louisville (SDF)

Breeze Airways

$168

$120

One-way

Sat, Sep 26

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Louisville

Raleigh (RDU) - Louisville (SDF)

Breeze Airways

$140

$120

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Raleigh to Louisville

2 nights

Oct 3 - Oct 5

$306 → $220

28%

4 nights

Sep 26 - Sep 30

$184 → $102

45%

1 night

Oct 17 - Oct 18

$298 → $229

23%

4 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 18

$300 → $237

21%

Popular Airports to fly from Raleigh to Louisville

Raleigh - Louisville route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from RDU to SDF are below the typical level, with 31% good prices historically.

📅 Best time to fly

October is the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, October offers the lowest median price at $85 for flights from RDU to SDF.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 31m.

The typical direct flight from Raleigh to Louisville takes 1h 31m, while connecting flights average 4h 23m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

40.9% of recent flights are direct.

Direct flights are a mixed share of the market, with Breeze Airways offering direct service.

🏆 Airline highlight

Breeze Airways offers direct flights.

Breeze Airways provides direct flights on this route and has offered recent deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly on this route.

Historically, flight deals from Raleigh to Louisville appear regularly, typically within a 30-day window.

Raleigh main airports to depart from

Raleigh–Durham International (RDU)

Raleigh-Durham International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Raleigh to Louisville.

📍 ~17 km from Raleigh (reachable by car)

Louisville main airports to arrive at

Louisville International (SDF)

Cheapest

Louisville International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Raleigh to Louisville.

📍 ~9 km from Louisville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$103

Airports nearby Louisville used as alternative

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International (CVG)

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International is a major international hub with more direct flight options than Louisville.

📍 ~150 km from Louisville (reachable by car, but traffic on I-71 can be unpredictable during peak hours).

💸 Flights from ~$121

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74% AI deal score

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74% AI deal score

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From RDU

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Louisville

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets for flights from Raleigh to Louisville is 60+ days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket is around $124. Prices tend to increase significantly closer to the departure date, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $384. For those planning ahead, booking between 28-59 days in advance typically sees an average price of $168.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Raleigh to Louisville is considered a good deal if it costs $99 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $130. Prices can go higher, with 75% of deals observed at $309 or less. Keeping an eye out for fares at or below the $99 threshold is recommended.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Raleigh to Louisville include October, with a median price of $85, and August, with a median price of $99. September also offers competitive prices, with a median of $108. The annual median price for this route is $130, indicating that these months offer notable savings compared to the yearly average.

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Raleigh to Louisville: Overview

Insights for flights from Raleigh to Louisville

How much is a round trip from Raleigh to Louisville

Regular price: $133 - $400

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Raleigh–Durham International to Louisville International is $133-$400. The current lowest deal is $103 with Breeze Airways for travel from Sep 26-Sep 30.

now $103

Low $133

High $400

The cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to Louisville

The cheapest month to fly from RDU to SDF is March, with a median price of $65. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $425. Prices are generally lower from March to November.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $65

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $425

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Raleigh to Louisville

Breeze Airways

Last-minute flights going from Raleigh to Louisville

Sat, Sep 26

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Louisville

Raleigh (RDU) - Louisville (SDF)

Breeze Airways

$184

$103

One-way

Sat, Sep 26

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Louisville

Raleigh (RDU) - Louisville (SDF)

Breeze Airways

$141

$115

One-way

Sat, Sep 26

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Louisville

Raleigh (RDU) - Louisville (SDF)

Breeze Airways

$139

$115

One-way

Sat, Sep 26

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Louisville

Raleigh (RDU) - Louisville (SDF)

Breeze Airways

$147

$115

One-way

Sat, Sep 26

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Louisville

Raleigh (RDU) - Louisville (SDF)

Breeze Airways

$168

$120

One-way

Sat, Sep 26

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Louisville

Raleigh (RDU) - Louisville (SDF)

Breeze Airways

$140

$120

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Raleigh to Louisville

2 nights

Oct 3 - Oct 5

$306 → $220

28%

4 nights

Sep 26 - Sep 30

$184 → $102

45%

1 night

Oct 17 - Oct 18

$298 → $229

23%

4 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 18

$300 → $237

21%

Popular Airports to fly from Raleigh to Louisville

Raleigh - Louisville route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from RDU to SDF are below the typical level, with 31% good prices historically.

📅 Best time to fly

October is the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, October offers the lowest median price at $85 for flights from RDU to SDF.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 31m.

The typical direct flight from Raleigh to Louisville takes 1h 31m, while connecting flights average 4h 23m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

40.9% of recent flights are direct.

Direct flights are a mixed share of the market, with Breeze Airways offering direct service.

🏆 Airline highlight

Breeze Airways offers direct flights.

Breeze Airways provides direct flights on this route and has offered recent deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly on this route.

Historically, flight deals from Raleigh to Louisville appear regularly, typically within a 30-day window.

Raleigh main airports to depart from

Raleigh–Durham International (RDU)

Raleigh-Durham International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Raleigh to Louisville.

📍 ~17 km from Raleigh (reachable by car)

Louisville main airports to arrive at

Louisville International (SDF)

Cheapest

Louisville International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Raleigh to Louisville.

📍 ~9 km from Louisville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$103

Airports nearby Louisville used as alternative

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International (CVG)

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International is a major international hub with more direct flight options than Louisville.

Louisville, United States

74% AI deal score

$857

$589

Save $268

United Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Louisville

Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Louisville

Today’s best flight deals from Raleigh to Louisville

Raleigh to Louisville: Overview

Insights for flights from Raleigh to Louisville

How much is a round trip from Raleigh to Louisville

The cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to Louisville

Direct flights from Raleigh to Louisville

Last-minute flights going from Raleigh to Louisville

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Raleigh to Louisville

Popular Airports to fly from Raleigh to Louisville

Raleigh - Louisville route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

October is the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights take 1h 31m.

40.9% of recent flights are direct.

Breeze Airways offers direct flights.

Deals appear regularly on this route.

Raleigh main airports to depart from

Louisville main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Louisville used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Louisville

Best Elite deals to Louisville

Oct 07

Oct 07

Dec 09

Oct 06

Oct 17

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Louisville

When should I buy Raleigh to Louisville tickets?

How do I know if a Raleigh to Louisville flight is a good deal?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Louisville?

Can I fly direct from Raleigh to Louisville?

How many hours is the flight from Raleigh to Louisville?

Should I set a price alert for Raleigh to Louisville flights?

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More routes from Raleigh

Flights to Louisville from other cities

Raleigh to Louisville: Overview

Insights for flights from Raleigh to Louisville

How much is a round trip from Raleigh to Louisville

The cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to Louisville

Direct flights from Raleigh to Louisville

Last-minute flights going from Raleigh to Louisville

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Raleigh to Louisville

Popular Airports to fly from Raleigh to Louisville

Raleigh - Louisville route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

October is the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights take 1h 31m.

40.9% of recent flights are direct.

Breeze Airways offers direct flights.

Deals appear regularly on this route.

Raleigh main airports to depart from

Louisville main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Louisville used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Louisville

Best Elite deals to Louisville

Oct 07

Oct 07

Dec 09

Oct 06

Oct 17

Jan 16

Feb 02

Jan 26

Feb 16

Feb 10

Feb 17

Jan 30

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Louisville

When should I buy Raleigh to Louisville tickets?

How do I know if a Raleigh to Louisville flight is a good deal?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Louisville?