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$130+ Cheap flights from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (LEX - DTW)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LEX — DTW
Apr 8 — Apr 151
Tue 4/8
Tue 4/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Lexington to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lexington (LEX) to Detroit (DTW). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$299
(Delta)

One-way from

$199
(Delta)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$258

Good round-trip deal

$396 or less

Good one-way deal

$248 or less
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Cheapest flights from Lexington to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lexington to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 3, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/1410:30 amLEX - DTW
Nonstop1h 24mDelta
Sun 6/158:30 amDTW - LEX
Nonstop1h 20mDelta
Deal found 4/2$299
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/45:07 pmLEX - DTW
2 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/910:31 amDTW - LEX
2 stops9h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$311
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/125:44 pmLEX - DTW
1 stop4h 21mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/136:15 pmDTW - LEX
1 stop5h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/2$324
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/143:30 pmLEX - DTW
2 stops7h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/155:27 amDTW - LEX
1 stop5h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/2$494

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Lexington to Detroit that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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LexingtonDetroit

LEX - DTW

LEXDTW

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 6/14

10:30 am-11:54 am

Nonstop1h 24m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/15

8:30 am-9:50 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$299

LexingtonDetroit

LEX - DTW

LEXDTW

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 5/4

5:07 pm-1:17 am

2 stops32h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/9

10:31 am-8:08 pm

2 stops9h 37m

$311

LexingtonDetroit

LEX - DTW

LEXDTW

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 7/12

5:44 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop4h 21m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 7/13

6:15 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$324

LexingtonDetroit

LEX - DTW

LEXDTW

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 6/14

3:30 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops7h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/15

5:27 am-11:26 am

1 stop5h 59m

$494

LexingtonDetroit

LEX - DTW

LEXDTW

Lexington Blue Grass

Thu 4/17

5:07 pm-11:36 am

1 stop18h 29m

$130

LexingtonDetroit

LEX - DTW

LEXDTW

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 5/28

5:49 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

$269

LexingtonDetroit

LEX - DTW

LEXDTW

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 4/28

7:00 am-1:07 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$274

LexingtonDetroit

LEX - DTW

LEXDTW

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 4/28

6:04 pm-12:37 am

2 stops6h 33m

$310

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Deals found on 4/1

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Lexington to Detroit in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Lexington-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Lexington-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Lexington-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Lexington-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Lexington-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Lexington to Detroit

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LEX to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Lexington to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 3, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 2% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport ranges from 1.8 - 3.1 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

Temperature in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Detroit. Reviews last updated April 3, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Lexington to Detroit, see what other customers have to say about Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,619 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Lexington to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Lexington to Detroit?

    If you wish to fly to Detroit from Lexington, then you need to book flights from Lexington Blue Grass to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. There are 9 flights from Blue Grass (LEX) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) per day to choose from. Flights to Detroit from Blue Grass are available from 1 airline, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 21m is how long a nonstop flight from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County typically takes.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta ($299), American Airlines ($319), and United Airlines ($324) offers the cheapest pricing from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Delta is priced at 23% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport one-way?

    $199 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $273 and $327, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Lexington, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air France (91%), Korean Air (90%), Republic Airways( 89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $139. While the most popular route (Lexington Blue Grass - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) can be booked for $311 on average our data indicates $1,374 when flying from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Lexington to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Lexington to Detroit flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Lexington to Detroit?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Lexington to Detroit.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Lexington to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Lexington to Detroit by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Lexington to Detroit

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