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$109+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Lexington (LEX)

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 1/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — LEX
Dec 24 — Dec 311
Tue 12/24
Tue 12/31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Lexington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Illinois (USIL) to Lexington (LEX). 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 December 19, 2024.

Round-trip from

$211
(Delta)

One-way from

$109
(American Airlines)
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Lexington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Lexington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 19, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Thu 12/265:55 pmSTL - LEX
1 stop4h 05mDelta
Fri 1/35:55 pmLEX - STL
1 stop4h 40mDelta
Deal found 12/18$253
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Wed 12/252:30 pmORD - LEX
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/16:25 amLEX - ORD
Nonstop1h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$267
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Wed 12/255:30 pmORD - LEX
1 stop4h 30mDelta
Wed 1/15:55 pmLEX - ORD
1 stop4h 22mDelta
Deal found 12/18$284
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/225:37 pmMLI - LEX
1 stop3h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/2911:32 amLEX - MLI
1 stop5h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$363
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Thu 12/195:58 pmSTL - LEX
1 stop4h 57mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/226:25 amLEX - STL
1 stop4h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$363
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/292:40 pmORD - LEX
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/117:00 amLEX - ORD
Nonstop1h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$388
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Mon 12/236:25 pmMDW - LEX
1 stop3h 35mDelta
Thu 1/237:40 amLEX - MDW
1 stop6h 28mDelta
Deal found 12/18$457
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Mon 12/239:08 pmORD - LEX
2 stops21h 04mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/237:13 pmLEX - ORD
1 stop16h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$589

Find flights from Illinois to Lexington within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Lexington 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 December 19, 2024.

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ChicagoLexington

ORD - LEX

ORDLEX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/16

2:38 pm-5:08 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Lexington Blue Grass

Thu 1/23

5:50 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$217

ChicagoLexington

ORD - LEX

ORDLEX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/9

8:35 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 1/12

6:50 am-7:26 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$218

St. LouisLexington

STL - LEX

STLLEX

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 1/14

5:00 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop5h 48m

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 1/22

5:56 am-11:47 am

1 stop6h 51m

$228

ChicagoLexington

MDW - LEX

MDWLEX

Chicago Midway

Thu 1/9

2:08 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 1/12

7:40 am-1:08 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$231

ChicagoLexington

ORD - LEX

ORDLEX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/9

6:45 am-11:24 am

1 stop3h 39m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 1/12

7:40 am-12:55 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$231

St. LouisLexington

STL - LEX

STLLEX

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 1/14

1:40 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 1/22

8:09 am-4:20 pm

2 stops9h 11m

$233

MolineLexington

MLI - LEX

MLILEX

Moline Quad-City

Tue 4/29

6:59 am-1:12 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 5/6

5:11 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop5h 08m

$258

MolineLexington

MLI - LEX

MLILEX

Moline Quad-City

Tue 2/11

10:53 am-5:08 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 2/16

5:45 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$288

ChicagoLexington

ORD - LEX

ORDLEX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/9

6:55 am-6:23 pm

1 stop10h 28m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 1/12

7:13 pm-11:32 am

2 stops17h 19m

$290

St. LouisLexington

STL - LEX

STLLEX

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 1/3

6:25 am-1:15 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 1/7

7:00 am-12:16 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$298

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Lexington

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Lexington

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Illinois to Lexington including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Lexington?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Lexington (average of $303). Flying from Illinois to Lexington in May is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 IL to LEX?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Lexington. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 19, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Lexington as you normally would.

Rainfall in Lexington by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Lexington ranges from 2.9 - 5.3 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.3 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Lexington when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Lexington by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Lexington, 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 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Lexington

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lexington. 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 Lexington. Reviews last updated December 19, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Illinois to Lexington, see what other customers have to say about Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,048 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8,600 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Illinois to Lexington. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Lexington from Illinois?

    Lexington Blue Grass (LEX) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Illinois to Lexington. It is only a 5.6 mi journey from Blue Grass (LEX) to Lexington’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to Lexington one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $109 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $118 and United Airlines from $139 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Lexington?

    The most popular flight routes from Illinois to Lexington are Chicago O'Hare Intl - Lexington Blue Grass, Lambert-St Louis - Lexington Blue Grass and Chicago Midway - Lexington Blue Grass.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Illinois to Lexington?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Illinois to Lexington are Republic Airways (95%), Emirates (94%) and SkyWest Airlines (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Lexington?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $102. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Lexington Blue Grass) can be booked for $217 on average our data indicates $291 when flying from Illinois to Lexington.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Lexington 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 Illinois to Lexington?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Lexington (average of $303). Flying from Illinois to Lexington in May is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 2 airlines flying from Illinois to Lexington

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Lexington. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$147Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$156Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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