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Cheapest return flight
£616
Typical prices: £622-£869
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat 1/12Sat 8/12
LHR - SDF • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£455
Typical prices: £486-£749
United Airlines
Sun 28/10
LHR - SDF • 2 stops
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between London Heathrow Airport and Louisville. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 19% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg £655 (return)
Shortest trip • 11h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Heathrow to Louisville (LHR-SDF)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Heathrow to Louisville

Tue, 1 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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21:05 - 21:51LHR  London Heathrow-SDF Louisville Intl
29h 46m3 stops Stockholm Arlanda Kastrup Copenhagen Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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13:30 - 18:30SDF  Louisville Intl-LHR London Heathrow
24h 00m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Kastrup Copenhagen
£616Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, 1 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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21:05 - 21:51LHR  London Heathrow-SDF Louisville Intl
29h 46m3 stops Stockholm Arlanda Kastrup Copenhagen Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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13:30 - 16:25SDF  Louisville Intl-LHR London Heathrow
21h 55m3 stops Boston Logan Intl Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen
£619Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, 19 Dec - Thu, 24 Dec
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07:40 - 18:47LHR  London Heathrow-SDF Louisville Intl
16h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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14:40 - 06:40SDF  Louisville Intl-LHR London Heathrow
11h 00m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
£658United Airlines
Fri, 18 Dec - Thu, 24 Dec
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10:25 - 18:47LHR  London Heathrow-SDF Louisville Intl
13h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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06:24 - 21:20SDF  Louisville Intl-LHR London Heathrow
9h 56m1 stop Newark
£658United Airlines
Wed, 28 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov
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09:55 - 19:33LHR  London Heathrow-SDF Louisville Intl
13h 38m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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12:57 - 07:20SDF  Louisville Intl-LHR London Heathrow
13h 23m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
£689British Airways
Sun, 27 Dec - Sun, 10 Jan
Virgin Atlantic Logo
08:55 - 18:11LHR  London Heathrow-SDF Louisville Intl
14h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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17:45 - 06:25SDF  Louisville Intl-LHR London Heathrow
31h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
£689Virgin Atlantic
Tue, 1 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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08:55 - 21:51LHR  London Heathrow-SDF Louisville Intl
17h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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15:18 - 07:45SDF  Louisville Intl-LHR London Heathrow
11h 27m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
£689Virgin Atlantic
Wed, 4 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
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14:10 - 21:46LHR  London Heathrow-SDF Louisville Intl
12h 36m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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13:32 - 06:55SDF  Louisville Intl-LHR London Heathrow
12h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
£719British Airways
Mon, 2 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
American Airlines Logo
08:25 - 23:34LHR  London Heathrow-SDF Louisville Intl
20h 09m2 stops Dublin Dallas/Fort Worth
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17:20 - 19:00SDF  Louisville Intl-LHR London Heathrow
20h 40m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
£727American Airlines
Mon, 2 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
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08:25 - 23:34LHR  London Heathrow-SDF Louisville Intl
20h 09m2 stops Dublin Dallas/Fort Worth
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11:17 - 06:20SDF  Louisville Intl-LHR London Heathrow
14h 03m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National New York John F Kennedy Intl
£727American Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for London Heathrow Airport to Louisville flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from London Heathrow Airport to Louisville with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Louisville?

Return flights from London Heathrow Airport to Louisville start at £616. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £622 to £869. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £616 on Scandinavian Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Louisville?

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Louisville and is 11% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 28% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Louisville?

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Louisville at £605 return.
  • December (£941) and July (£911) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 55% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from London Heathrow Airport to Louisville the cheapest?

Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Louisville are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for London Heathrow Airport to Louisville flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

£455
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 27% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (23% more expensive on average)
Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Louisville

When to book flights from Heathrow to Louisville

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Heathrow to Louisville based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your London Heathrow Airport to Louisville flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Are there any lounges at London Heathrow Airport?

    Enjoy the lounges at Heathrow Airport, like Club Aspire, The Plaza Premium Lounge, and No1 Lounge, in terminals 2, 3, 4, and 5. From 5:00 to 21:00, you can access the No1 Lounge or The Club Aspire Lounge. The Plaza Premium Lounge is open from 7:00 to 18:00. All lounges provide food, beverages, and internet access.

  • How do I access London Heathrow Airport (LHR) from downtown London?

    Central London is easily accessible from London Heathrow Airport by taxi, the Heathrow Express, or the tube (London Underground). If you prefer to take a taxi, every black cab in London has passed the Knowledge of London Test and is wheelchair accessible. The Heathrow Express leaves from London's Paddington Station and has no stops. It leaves every 15min and takes, on average, 15min to get there. Alternatively, you can take the tube. It departs from Paddington Station every 30min and takes around 30min to get to the airport.

  • Does Louisville Muhammad Ali Airport have any baby changing facilities?

    There are plenty of baby-changing amenities in the Mother's Room, in Concourse A of the Louisville Muhammad Ali Airport. The Mother's Room has three private rooms, a changing table, a glider, and charging points with USB ports. In addition, there's a large common area with a microwave, sink, and more spots to change your baby. You can also keep an eye on your gate with the flight display.

  • How do I get from Louisville Muhammad Ali Airport to the Louisville city centre?

    The Lousiville city centre is easy to access with transport options like buses, taxis, or car hire. Bus number 02 takes you to downtown Louisville, which you can catch outside the main terminal. It departs every hour and takes around 30min. The taxi ranks and car hire desks are easy to find near baggage collection. Lastly, Z-Trip cabs are readily accessible outside of the arrivals area.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Louisville?

    Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Louisville usually depart from London Heathrow (LHR) and arrive at Louisville Intl (SDF).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Louisville?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Louisville:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from London Heathrow Airport to Louisville pass through?

    One-stop flights from London Heathrow Airport to Louisville most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 38% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 26% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) – 9% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Louisville?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 31% on the London Heathrow Airport to Louisville route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £665 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £957, a difference of £292. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How expensive are last-minute London Heathrow Airport to Louisville flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 21% above the route average of £743. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Louisville?

    A direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Louisville takes 0h 00m, covering 4,033 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Louisville?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from London Heathrow Airport to Louisville looking right now?

    One-way fares from London Heathrow Airport to Louisville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £572, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from London Heathrow Airport to Louisville?

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 11h 14m, compared to 11h 21m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 11h 50m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between London Heathrow Airport and Louisville?

    Louisville is 5 hours behind London Heathrow Airport (Eastern Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Louisville Intl Airport (SDF)?

    Louisville Intl Airport (SDF) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £24 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a London Heathrow Airport to Louisville flight?

    Return flights from London Heathrow Airport to Louisville range from £622 to £869, with an average of £743 over the past 12 months. Anything below £622 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking London Heathrow Airport to Louisville flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average £665 – about £292 less than Sunday (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your London Heathrow Airport to Louisville trip for October. Fares historically average £605 return in that month – typically £336 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Louisville Intl Airport.
    - Days Inn by Wyndham Louisville Airport Fair and Expo Center
    - Baymont by Wyndham Louisville Airport South
    - Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr By IHG
  • Do you need to charge your laptop or phone? At Heathrow Airport (LHR), there are Power Pole charging stations in each terminal, both before and after security. They offer UK and European USB cables and connections.
  • London Heathrow’s Duty-free provides a variety of shopping establishments. You may place an order online and then pick up your products or arrange to have your items ready when you return.
  • If you have a flight in the early morning at Heathrow Airport, you can stay at a hotel inside the airport. Three terminals (3, 4, and 5) have onsite hotels, making it simple to get to your early-morning flight.
  • Do you bring your pet on trips? There are two pet restrooms at the Louisville Muhammad Ali Airport (SDF) terminal. You can find them airside before security, near baggage claim, and landside after security next to the elevators.
  • If you need to keep your shoes polished while you travel, you can visit the Classic Shine Company. They're open on weekdays from 5:00 to 23:30, and you'll find them after security at SDF Concourse A's entrance.

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