Cheap Flights To Louisville (SDF)

Find discount flights to Louisville on Orbitz.com, and start planning your vacation today. Located in Kentucky, along the banks of the Ohio River, Louisville is best known for hosting the Kentucky Derby-one of the three thoroughbred horse races that make up the Triple Crown. Even if you aren't a fan of horseracing, you'll still find plenty of places to explore during your trip. From amusement parks to museums, Louisville has something for everyone to enjoy.

Flying into Louisville

The Louisville Regional Airport is located at 6406 Grade Lane, in the center of Louisville. Several airlines offer flights to the city, including United Express, Southwest Airlines, Frontier Airlines and Delta Air Lines. Before you leave for your trip, check with your hotel to see if they offer airport transportation. Most of the hotels in the Louisville area offer courtesy airport shuttle service to their guests. Cabs are readily available and are located at the traffic island adjacent to the taxi stand. Alternatively, you can take the bus from the airport to various locations throughout the city for $1.75. If you want to rent a vehicle for your trip, you can save money by purchasing a vacation package through Orbitz.com that includes your flight and a rental car. Nine car-rental companies have counters near the baggage claim area, including Advantage, Budget, Dollar and Enterprise.

Exploring the City

To avoid the summer heat and the winter snow, the best time to visit Louisville is during the late spring and early fall. During the spring and fall seasons, the average temperatures range from 69°F to 82°F. The city has high temperatures in the upper 80s in the summer, and the temperature can fall into the mid-20s during the winter. If you're feeling lucky, visit the Churchill Downs horse track to place bets on the horses. While you're at the track, tour the Kentucky Derby Museum to learn the history of the famous race. If you're traveling with children, take a guided tour of the Louisville Mega Cavern. During the tour, you ride through 17 miles of underground passageways on a tram. Other popular attractions include the Muhammad Ali Center, the Louisville Slugger Museum and the Louisville Zoo.

Plan Your Louisville Vacation

The family-oriented attractions, Louisville waterfront and variety of museums make Louisville the perfect place for a family vacation. When you're ready to book your trip, visit Orbitz.com to find deals on flights to Louisville, hotel accommodations and vacation packages.