Direct (nonstop) flights from Louisville to Detroit

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

SDF
Louisville International Airport
🇺🇸 Louisville, USA
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Airport
🇺🇸 Detroit, 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 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

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

Alternative Routes

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

SDF MDW (Chicago) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 15m (271 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (227 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 117 kg CO₂ (+109% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SDF → MDW
1h 15m · 271 mi
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Leg 2
MDW → DTW
1h 10m · 227 mi
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SDF BNA (Nashville) DTW
Leg 1: 55m (150 mi) Leg 2: 1h 41m (455 mi) Total: ~2h 36m 🍃 137 kg CO₂ (+145% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SDF → BNA
55m · 150 mi
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Leg 2
BNA → DTW
1h 41m · 455 mi
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SDF PIT (Pittsburgh) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 23m (334 mi) Leg 2: 1h 14m (199 mi) Total: ~2h 37m 🍃 124 kg CO₂ (+121% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SDF → PIT
1h 23m · 334 mi
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Leg 2
PIT → DTW
1h 14m · 199 mi
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SDF ORD (Chicago) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 40m (286 mi) Leg 2: 1h 27m (234 mi) Total: ~3h 7m 🍃 121 kg CO₂ (+116% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SDF → ORD
1h 40m · 286 mi
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Leg 2
ORD → DTW
1h 27m · 234 mi
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SDF BWI (Baltimore) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 35m (495 mi) Leg 2: 1h 36m (408 mi) Total: ~3h 11m 🍃 193 kg CO₂ (+245% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SDF → BWI
1h 35m · 495 mi
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Leg 2
BWI → DTW
1h 36m · 408 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Louisville to Detroit?

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

Which airlines fly nonstop from Louisville to Detroit?

Just Delta Air Lines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Louisville to Detroit?

Yes. 1 airline: Delta Air Lines.

How far is Louisville from Detroit?

The flight distance from Louisville to Detroit 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 Louisville to Detroit?

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 Louisville to Detroit?

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

Is the return flight from Detroit to Louisville 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 Louisville to Detroit?

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 Louisville International Airport for this flight?

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