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$104+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to Lexington (RDU - 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 5/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — LEX
Apr 29 — May 61
Tue 4/29
Tue 5/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Lexington Blue Grass are usually found in January or July, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Lexington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 April 24, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$199
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$104
(Trip.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$333
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Lexington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Lexington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/298:27 pmRDU - LEX
1 stop3h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/316:12 pmLEX - RDU
1 stop4h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$199
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/225:25 amRDU - LEX
1 stop3h 59mDelta
Thu 5/297:05 amLEX - RDU
1 stop4h 13mDelta
Deal found 4/23$214
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/206:30 amRDU - LEX
1 stop6h 54mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/277:00 amLEX - RDU
2 stops9h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/22$234
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Thu 6/1910:35 amRDU - LEX
1 stop9h 44mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/228:39 pmLEX - RDU
1 stop11h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$255

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 24, 2025.
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RaleighLexington

RDU - LEX

RDULEX

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/29

8:27 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop3h 31m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 5/31

6:12 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop4h 17m

$199

RaleighLexington

RDU - LEX

RDULEX

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/22

5:25 am-9:24 am

1 stop3h 59m

Lexington Blue Grass

Thu 5/29

7:05 am-11:18 am

1 stop4h 13m

$214

RaleighLexington

RDU - LEX

RDULEX

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/20

6:30 am-1:24 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 5/27

7:00 am-4:44 pm

2 stops9h 44m

$234

RaleighLexington

RDU - LEX

RDULEX

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 6/19

10:35 am-8:19 pm

1 stop9h 44m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 6/22

9:58 am-12:26 pm

2 stops26h 28m

$249

RaleighLexington

RDU - LEX

RDULEX

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/17

6:13 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop18h 32m

$104

RaleighLexington

RDU - LEX

RDULEX

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/10

1:38 pm-6:13 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$201

RaleighLexington

RDU - LEX

RDULEX

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/10

2:58 pm-11:46 pm

2 stops8h 48m

$206

RaleighLexington

RDU - LEX

RDULEX

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/23

5:55 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$209

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Deals found on 4/22

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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 Raleigh to Lexington in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Raleigh-Lexington flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Lexington flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-Lexington flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-Lexington flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Raleigh-Lexington 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 Raleigh to Lexington

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Raleigh to Lexington?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Lexington. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Raleigh to Lexington may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 51 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 April 24, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Raleigh to Lexington is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 20% on airfare.

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 24, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Raleigh to Lexington to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7,920 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
8,685 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7,920 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Raleigh to Lexington round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Lexington, with prices starting at $199. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $214 and $234, respectively. American Airlines is 38% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Raleigh to Lexington are Delta ($201), United Airlines ($206), and American Airlines ($209).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$233Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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