Marina JohnsonLouisville Courier Journal
The Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport is one of the spots to be for tourism and travel, with the city breaking its tourism record last year and the airport seeing more than 4.6 million passengers in 2023.
Here's what we know about Louisville's airport and how to navigate it when flying.
Louisville Airport SDF Why can't Louisville airport change its airline code from SDF to ALI?
What is the main airport in Kentucky?
The Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport is one of the major airports in Kentucky, according to Kentucky-map.org.
Other notable airports in the Bluegrass State include the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport in Hebron, the Blue Grass Airport in Lexington, the Barkley Regional Airport in West Paducah and the Owensboro-Daviess County Regional Airport in Owensboro.
What airlines fly in and out of SDF?
According to the Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport website, airlines that fly to and from SDF include:
- Allegiant Air
- American Airlines
- Breeze Airways
- Delta Air Lines
- Southwest Airlines
- Spirit Airlines
- Sun Country Airlines
- United Airlines
What time does TSA open at Louisville International Airport?
TSA opens around an hour and a half before the first departure of the day and closes 30 minutes prior to the last, according to the Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport website.
How early should I get to the Louisville airport?
Travelers are encouraged to arrive an hour to an hour and a half before departure time to check bags, get through security and board the plane, according to the Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport.
Those flying internationally should arrive two hours before departure time.
How big is the Louisville International Airport?
Louisville's airport is located on 1,500 acres, with a 360,000 square foot facility, according to the airport website.
How many terminals are there at SDF?
There is one passenger terminal at SDF, according to the airport's website, with two parallel runways and one crosswind runway.
What is the new name of the Louisville International Airport?
The Louisville International Airport was renamed after boxing legend Muhammad Ali in 2019.
Why is the Louisville airport named after Muhammad Ali?
The airport was renamed after Muhammad Ali in 2019 because the Louisville native prioritized "bringing people together," as previously reported by The Courier Journal.
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Is Muhammad Ali from Louisville?
Yes. Muhammad Ali, who Louisville's airport is named after, grew up in the city. See more from The Courier Journal.
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Why is the Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport called SDF?
The Louisville International Airport was renamed the Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport in 2019 but couldn't change its airline code, as ALI and LOU were both already taken. SDF is based on the airport's previous name, Standiford Field.
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▶ Why can't Louisville airport change its airline code from SDF to ALI?
What are the initials for Louisville Airport?
The initials for the Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport are SDF, after the airport's previous name, Standiford Field.
Are SDF and Muhammad Ali airport the same thing?
Yes. The Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport has the airline code SDF.
Why is SDF an international airport?
SDF is considered an international airport because of UPS, as previously reported by The Courier Journal. The shipping company actively uses the airport for large international air cargo.
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What airline has a hub in Louisville, Kentucky?
UPS has its largest air hub, Worldport, in Louisville, where more than two million packages are processed each day, according to UPS.
Why is UPS Worldport located in Kentucky?
UPS Worldport is in Louisville due to long-standing company ties to the city dating back to the 1980s, according to UPS. The city's location also places 75% of the U.S. population within a two hour flight and 95% within a four hour flight, according to Industrial Distribution.
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Who owns Louisville airport?
The Louisville Regional Airport Authority owns and operates the Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport.
Where is the Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport?
The Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport is located at 600 Terminal Drive.
Does Louisville have two airports?
Yes. The Louisville Regional Airport Authority owns and operates Bowman Field in addition to the Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport.
What is the oldest airport in Kentucky?
Bowman Field is the oldest airport in Kentucky, established in 1919. According to the airport's website, Bowman Field is one of the longest continuously operating general aviation airports in the U.S.
Where is Bowman Field?
Bowman Field is located at 3345 Roger E Schupp St.
