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$160+ Cheap flights from Iowa 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 4/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LEX
Apr 6 — Apr 131
Sun 4/6
Sun 4/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Lexington

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$199
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$160
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$282
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Lexington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Lexington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 1, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/2811:30 amCID - LEX
1 stop5h 06mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/306:03 pmLEX - CID
1 stop5h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$199
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/246:10 pmOMA - LEX
1 stop4h 51mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/14:06 pmLEX - OMA
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$249
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/165:43 amDSM - LEX
1 stop3h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/205:35 amLEX - DSM
1 stop7h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$259
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/25:30 amCID - LEX
1 stop5h 53mDelta
Wed 4/95:57 pmLEX - CID
1 stop5h 22mDelta
Deal found 4/1$299
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Sat 4/269:01 amCID - LEX
1 stop22h 05mAllegiant Air
Sun 4/275:07 pmLEX - CID
1 stop24h 50mAllegiant Air
Deal found 3/31$330
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/15:26 pmCID - LEX
1 stop5h 18mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/87:00 amLEX - CID
1 stop4h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$339
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Fri 4/116:00 amDSM - LEX
1 stop24h 57mAllegiant Air
Sun 4/139:27 pmLEX - DSM
2 stops26h 41mAllegiant Air
Deal found 3/31$365
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Fri 4/116:00 amDSM - LEX
1 stop24h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/135:07 pmLEX - DSM
3 stops31h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$430
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Sat 4/269:01 amCID - LEX
1 stop22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/272:14 pmLEX - CID
3 stops27h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$435
This United 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/86:43 pmOMA - LEX
1 stop4h 03mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/116:10 pmLEX - OMA
2 stops29h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$621
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 7/1010:55 amDSM - LEX
2 stops9h 36mDelta
Sun 7/137:30 amLEX - DSM
2 stops10h 07mDelta
Deal found 3/31$1,836

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa 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 April 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Lexington that are best for you.

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Iowa

Fly to

Lexington

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cedar RapidsLexington

CID - LEX

CIDLEX

Cedar Rapids

Wed 5/28

11:30 am-5:36 pm

1 stop5h 06m

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 5/30

6:03 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$199

Des MoinesLexington

DSM - LEX

DSMLEX

Des Moines

Wed 4/16

5:43 am-10:31 am

1 stop3h 48m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 4/20

5:35 am-12:02 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$259

OmahaLexington

OMA - LEX

OMALEX

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 5/16

5:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop4h 30m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 5/18

6:12 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$324

Cedar RapidsLexington

CID - LEX

CIDLEX

Cedar Rapids

Sat 4/26

9:01 am-8:06 am

1 stop22h 05m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 4/27

5:07 pm-4:57 pm

1 stop24h 50m

$330

Cedar RapidsLexington

CID - LEX

CIDLEX

Cedar Rapids

Fri 4/4

2:51 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop4h 29m

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 4/8

7:00 am-10:36 am

1 stop4h 36m

$339

Des MoinesLexington

DSM - LEX

DSMLEX

Des Moines

Fri 4/11

6:00 am-7:57 am

1 stop24h 57m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 4/13

9:27 pm-11:08 pm

2 stops26h 41m

$365

Des MoinesLexington

DSM - LEX

DSMLEX

Des Moines

Fri 4/11

6:00 am-7:57 am

1 stop24h 57m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 4/13

5:07 pm-11:08 pm

3 stops31h 01m

$430

Cedar RapidsLexington

CID - LEX

CIDLEX

Cedar Rapids

Sat 4/26

9:01 am-8:06 am

1 stop22h 05m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 4/27

2:14 pm-4:57 pm

3 stops27h 43m

$435

OmahaLexington

OMA - LEX

OMALEX

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 5/8

6:43 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop4h 03m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 5/11

6:10 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops29h 20m

$621

Cedar RapidsLexington

CID - LEX

CIDLEX

Cedar Rapids

Thu 4/10

5:30 am-5:18 pm

2 stops10h 48m

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 4/16

12:01 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops11h 29m

$624

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Lexington

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to Lexington

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Lexington (average of $303). Flying from Iowa 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.

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 April 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines and Allegiant Air from Iowa to Lexington. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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
7,898 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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
8,615 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
731 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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
7,898 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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 Iowa 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 Iowa?

    If you book a flight to Lexington from Iowa, you will be flying to Blue Grass, which is the city’s only airport. Lexington Blue Grass (LEX) is located 5.6 mi from the center of Lexington.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Allegiant Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $160. Users have also found prices from $176 and $176 on American Airlines and Delta, respectively.

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

    Most travelers choose Omaha Eppley Airfield - Lexington Blue Grass, Cedar Rapids - Lexington Blue Grass or Des Moines - Lexington Blue Grass when deciding on the best route from Iowa to Lexington.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Lexington (average of $303). Flying from Iowa 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 3 airlines flying from Iowa to Lexington

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Iowa 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 April 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$220Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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