Direct (nonstop) flights from Detroit to Louisville

1 airline flys nonstop from Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) to Louisville International Airport (SDF). It's 305 miles (491 km), about 1h 24m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines.

DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Airport
🇺🇸 Detroit, USA
SDF
Louisville International Airport
🇺🇸 Louisville, USA
Flight Time
1h 24m
Distance
305 mi
491 km
CO₂/pax
56 kg
−61 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Delta Air Lines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
DTW → SDF
Flight Time
1h 24m
Distance
305 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Detroit to Louisville with one stop · direct emits 56 kg CO₂ per passenger

DTW MDW (Chicago) SDF
Leg 1: 1h 15m (227 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (271 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 117 kg CO₂ (+109% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → MDW
1h 15m · 227 mi
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Leg 2
MDW → SDF
1h 15m · 271 mi
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DTW PIT (Pittsburgh) SDF
Leg 1: 1h 9m (199 mi) Leg 2: 1h 29m (334 mi) Total: ~2h 38m 🍃 124 kg CO₂ (+121% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → PIT
1h 9m · 199 mi
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Leg 2
PIT → SDF
1h 29m · 334 mi
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DTW BNA (Nashville) SDF
Leg 1: 1h 41m (455 mi) Leg 2: 1h (150 mi) Total: ~2h 41m 🍃 137 kg CO₂ (+145% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → BNA
1h 41m · 455 mi
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Leg 2
BNA → SDF
1h · 150 mi
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DTW ORD (Chicago) SDF
Leg 1: 1h 30m (234 mi) Leg 2: 1h 31m (286 mi) Total: ~3h 1m 🍃 121 kg CO₂ (+116% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → ORD
1h 30m · 234 mi
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Leg 2
ORD → SDF
1h 31m · 286 mi
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DTW BWI (Baltimore) SDF
Leg 1: 1h 30m (408 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (495 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 193 kg CO₂ (+245% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → BWI
1h 30m · 408 mi
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Leg 2
BWI → SDF
1h 45m · 495 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Detroit to Louisville?

A nonstop flight from Detroit (DTW) to Louisville (SDF) takes approximately 1 hours and 24 minutes. The distance is 305 miles (491 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Detroit to Louisville?

Just Delta Air Lines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Detroit to Louisville?

Yes. 1 airline: Delta Air Lines.

How far is Detroit from Louisville?

The flight distance from Detroit to Louisville is 305 miles (491 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Detroit to Louisville?

At 1h 24m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Detroit to Louisville?

Roughly 56 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 280 km.

Is the return flight from Louisville to Detroit also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Louisville?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.