Cheap flights from San Francisco to Louisville (SFO - SDF) from $79

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SFO — SDF
Jun 12 — Jun 191

The best prices from San Francisco to Louisville Intl are usually found in January or February, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Louisville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Louisville (SDF). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 7, 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$287

One-way from

$206
High demand for flights, 23% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 34% potential price drop
From San Francisco to Louisville Intl
One-way flight from San Francisco to Louisville Intl

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Louisville?

Flying to your destination on a Saturday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Louisville. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Louisville?

To save on the cost of your flight from San Francisco to Louisville, book at least 59 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 114% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $236 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $376.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Louisville?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in June. For low rates, January can be a great choice for travel to Louisville. Flights to Louisville from San Francisco in January are about $368 on average during January, but can be found for as low as $141.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to SDF?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Louisville in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 57% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Cheap San Francisco to Louisville flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Louisville specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,045,324 searches. Prices were last updated on June 7, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from San Francisco to Louisville in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Fri 7/1912:28 pmSFO - SDF
Nonstop4h 26mBreeze Airways
Mon 7/299:34 amSDF - SFO
Nonstop5h 08mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/7$258
Fri 7/1912:28 pmSFO - SDF
Nonstop4h 26mBreeze Airways
Mon 7/229:34 amSDF - SFO
Nonstop5h 08mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/6$278
Mon 7/1512:28 pmSFO - SDF
Nonstop4h 26mBreeze Airways
Fri 7/199:34 amSDF - SFO
Nonstop5h 08mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/6$288
Wed 7/1710:55 pmSFO - SDF
1 stop9h 24mDelta
Sat 7/204:28 pmSDF - SFO
1 stop6h 58mDelta
Deal found 6/6$298
Mon 6/2412:28 pmSFO - SDF
Nonstop4h 26mBreeze Airways
Mon 7/19:34 amSDF - SFO
Nonstop5h 08mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/7$318
Thu 7/186:20 pmSFO - SDF
1 stop14h 39mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/229:34 amSDF - SFO
Nonstop5h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$325
Wed 7/1710:55 pmSFO - SDF
1 stop9h 24mDelta
Tue 7/232:20 pmSDF - SFO
1 stop10h 25mDelta
Deal found 6/6$337
Wed 7/1011:51 pmSFO - SDF
1 stop7h 56mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/166:45 amSDF - SFO
1 stop7h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$347
Thu 7/189:24 pmSFO - SDF
1 stop9h 30mDelta
Sat 7/204:28 pmSDF - SFO
1 stop6h 58mDelta
Deal found 6/6$358

San Francisco to Louisville 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and Louisville in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,045,324 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from San Francisco to Louisville in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Fri 8/912:28 pmSFO - SDF
Nonstop4h 26mBreeze Airways
Mon 8/129:34 amSDF - SFO
Nonstop5h 08mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/7$228
Thu 8/151:46 pmSFO - SDF
1 stop7h 13mDelta
Mon 8/197:30 pmSDF - SFO
1 stop7h 11mDelta
Deal found 6/7$233
Thu 10/36:00 amSFO - SDF
1 stop9h 26mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/74:02 pmSDF - SFO
1 stop9h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$238
Fri 8/3012:28 pmSFO - SDF
Nonstop4h 26mBreeze Airways
Mon 9/29:34 amSDF - SFO
Nonstop5h 08mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/7$243
Mon 9/3012:43 amSFO - SDF
1 stop9h 12mDelta
Fri 10/41:35 pmSDF - SFO
1 stop9h 50mDelta
Deal found 6/6$248
Fri 7/1912:28 pmSFO - SDF
Nonstop4h 26mBreeze Airways
Mon 7/299:34 amSDF - SFO
Nonstop5h 08mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/7$258
Wed 8/1412:15 amSFO - SDF
1 stop6h 42mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/195:46 pmSDF - SFO
1 stop7h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/7$265
Thu 8/811:59 pmSFO - SDF
1 stop8h 53mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/169:34 amSDF - SFO
Nonstop5h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7$268
Wed 8/1412:15 amSFO - SDF
1 stop6h 42mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/193:35 pmSDF - SFO
2 stops9h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/7$270

San Francisco to Louisville flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Francisco to Louisville for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,045,324 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
Book one of these great deals on flights from San Francisco to Louisville. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.
Mon 6/1712:28 pmSFO - SDF
Nonstop4h 26mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/198:42 pmSDF - SFO
2 stops19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7$368
Mon 6/1712:28 pmSFO - SDF
Nonstop4h 26mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/196:39 pmSDF - SFO
3 stops21h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7$408
Fri 6/1412:28 pmSFO - SDF
Nonstop4h 26mBreeze Airways
Fri 6/219:34 amSDF - SFO
Nonstop5h 08mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/6$508
Mon 6/1711:59 pmSFO - SDF
2 stops20h 19mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/198:42 pmSDF - SFO
2 stops19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7$565
Mon 6/1711:59 pmSFO - SDF
2 stops20h 19mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/196:39 pmSDF - SFO
3 stops21h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7$605
Mon 6/179:45 pmSFO - SDF
1 stop9h 18mDelta
Thu 6/278:15 pmSDF - SFO
1 stop7h 35mDelta
Deal found 6/7$701
Wed 6/126:00 amSFO - SDF
1 stop7h 58mDelta
Fri 6/215:55 pmSDF - SFO
1 stop8h 02mDelta
Deal found 6/7$712
Wed 6/126:00 amSFO - SDF
1 stop11h 53mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/214:23 pmSDF - SFO
1 stop9h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$763
Sun 6/161:10 amSFO - SDF
1 stop9h 13mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/277:00 amSDF - SFO
1 stop7h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/7$771

One-way flights to Louisville from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Louisville. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,045,324 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from San Francisco to Louisville. Users in need of a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Louisville instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Fri 8/1612:28 pmSFO - SDF
Nonstop4h 26mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/6$79
Mon 9/301:18 pmSFO - SDF
Nonstop4h 27mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/7$99
Fri 8/212:28 pmSFO - SDF
Nonstop4h 26mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/7$119
Mon 7/1512:28 pmSFO - SDF
Nonstop4h 26mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/6$129
Tue 7/911:16 amSFO - SDF
1 stop8h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$149
Mon 8/1912:28 pmSFO - SDF
Nonstop4h 26mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/6$154
Thu 7/45:55 pmSFO - SDF
1 stop14h 24mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/6$157
Fri 7/512:28 pmSFO - SDF
Nonstop4h 26mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/6$159
Sun 9/112:35 amSFO - SDF
1 stop9h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$160

Find flights from San Francisco to Louisville within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Louisville that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,045,324 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$228 - $347

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Price

San FranciscoLouisville Intl

SFO - SDF

SFOSDF

San Francisco

Fri 8/9

Nonstop4h 26m

Louisville Intl

Mon 8/12

Nonstop5h 08m

$228

San FranciscoLouisville Intl

SFO - SDF

SFOSDF

San Francisco

Thu 8/15

1 stop7h 13m

Louisville Intl

Mon 8/19

1 stop7h 11m

$233

San FranciscoLouisville Intl

SFO - SDF

SFOSDF

San Francisco

Tue 8/6

1 stop9h 05m

Louisville Intl

Tue 8/13

1 stop7h 11m

$238

San FranciscoLouisville Intl

SFO - SDF

SFOSDF

San Francisco

Fri 8/30

Nonstop4h 26m

Louisville Intl

Mon 9/2

Nonstop5h 08m

$243

San FranciscoLouisville Intl

SFO - SDF

SFOSDF

San Francisco

Wed 8/14

1 stop6h 42m

Louisville Intl

Mon 8/19

1 stop7h 32m

$265

San FranciscoLouisville Intl

SFO - SDF

SFOSDF

San Francisco

Thu 8/8

1 stop8h 53m

Louisville Intl

Fri 8/16

Nonstop5h 08m

$268

San FranciscoLouisville Intl

SFO - SDF

SFOSDF

San Francisco

Wed 8/14

1 stop6h 42m

Louisville Intl

Mon 8/19

2 stops9h 14m

$270

San FranciscoLouisville Intl

SFO - SDF

SFOSDF

San Francisco

Thu 8/8

1 stop8h 53m

Louisville Intl

Fri 8/16

1 stop12h 46m

$315

San FranciscoLouisville Intl

SFO - SDF

SFOSDF

San Francisco

Wed 7/10

1 stop7h 56m

Louisville Intl

Tue 7/16

1 stop7h 24m

$347

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Deals found on 6/7

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Louisville?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Louisville. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Louisville may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 58 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Louisville?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Louisville. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Louisville flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Louisville

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Temperature and rainfall in Louisville by month

Plan your trip to Louisville by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SDF

Temperature

35.6 - 78.8 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Louisville, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Louisville

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Louisville. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Louisville. Reviews last updated June 7, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from San Francisco to Louisville have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
78 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.5

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 6

Flight was canceled due to hurricane, understandable. Trying to use the website to get a refund was a horror show!!!! No phone number to speak with a person. Web site just kept looping back to the beginning. Website was convoluted, complicated, and not user friendly!!!! Hoping NEVER to 'attempt' to use Breeze Airways again and will NOT recommend them to any of my relatives, friends and/or business associates!!!!

Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
78 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
78 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.5

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 6

Flight was canceled due to hurricane, understandable. Trying to use the website to get a refund was a horror show!!!! No phone number to speak with a person. Web site just kept looping back to the beginning. Website was convoluted, complicated, and not user friendly!!!! Hoping NEVER to 'attempt' to use Breeze Airways again and will NOT recommend them to any of my relatives, friends and/or business associates!!!!

8.0
Very good
10,333 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
78 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.5

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 6

Flight was canceled due to hurricane, understandable. Trying to use the website to get a refund was a horror show!!!! No phone number to speak with a person. Web site just kept looping back to the beginning. Website was convoluted, complicated, and not user friendly!!!! Hoping NEVER to 'attempt' to use Breeze Airways again and will NOT recommend them to any of my relatives, friends and/or business associates!!!!

7.5
Good
2,853 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
78 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.5

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 6

Flight was canceled due to hurricane, understandable. Trying to use the website to get a refund was a horror show!!!! No phone number to speak with a person. Web site just kept looping back to the beginning. Website was convoluted, complicated, and not user friendly!!!! Hoping NEVER to 'attempt' to use Breeze Airways again and will NOT recommend them to any of my relatives, friends and/or business associates!!!!

7.4
Good
10,686 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
78 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.5

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 6

Flight was canceled due to hurricane, understandable. Trying to use the website to get a refund was a horror show!!!! No phone number to speak with a person. Web site just kept looping back to the beginning. Website was convoluted, complicated, and not user friendly!!!! Hoping NEVER to 'attempt' to use Breeze Airways again and will NOT recommend them to any of my relatives, friends and/or business associates!!!!

7.3
Good
14,204 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
78 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.5

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 6

Flight was canceled due to hurricane, understandable. Trying to use the website to get a refund was a horror show!!!! No phone number to speak with a person. Web site just kept looping back to the beginning. Website was convoluted, complicated, and not user friendly!!!! Hoping NEVER to 'attempt' to use Breeze Airways again and will NOT recommend them to any of my relatives, friends and/or business associates!!!!

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Louisville for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Louisville for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Breeze Airways for just $228, but on average you can expect to pay $284.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Louisville for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 13 direct flights from San Francisco to Louisville under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Louisville is less than $338.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Louisville for under $400?

    There are currently 16+ open flights from San Francisco to Louisville within the next 7 days for less than $400.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Louisville flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Louisville round-trip?

    Currently priced at $228, Breeze Airways will fly you from San Francisco to Louisville and back. In addition to Breeze Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $233 and $265, respectively. Users have found that Breeze Airways is 37% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Louisville one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Louisville are Breeze Airways ($79), American Airlines ($149), and Sun Country Air ($157).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Louisville?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $120. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Louisville Intl) can be booked for $162 on average our data indicates $328 when flying from San Francisco to Louisville.

  • What does SFO to SDF mean?

    SFO and SDF are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. SFO to SDF refers to a flight route from San Francisco Airport to Louisville Intl Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Louisville that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Louisville flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Louisville with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Louisville flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Louisville that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Louisville flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Louisville?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Louisville.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Louisville?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Louisville by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Louisville that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Louisville offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Louisville?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Louisville flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to Louisville flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to Louisville flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/7.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Louisville?

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Louisville?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Louisville (average of $287). Flying from San Francisco to Louisville in April is currently the most expensive (average of $373). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from San Francisco to Louisville

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$107Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$128Average$200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$226Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$226Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$227Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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Hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Louisville

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Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Louisville

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