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Cheapest round-trip
$319
Typical prices: $270-$474
American Airlines
Tue 11/13Thu 11/15
ORD - LEX • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$146
Typical prices: $254-$374
Multiple Airlines
Sat 1/20
ORD - LEX • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines and American Airlines. Average duration is 1h 37m
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 64% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 29% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $238 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from O'Hare Intl to Lexington (ORD-LEX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Lexington

Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 15
American Airlines Logo
8:18 am - 10:53 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
1h 35mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
5:14 am - 5:59 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 45mnonstop
$319American Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
American Airlines Logo
8:21 am - 10:56 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
1h 35mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
11:20 am - 12:11 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 51mnonstop
$319American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 18
United Airlines Logo
7:40 am - 10:13 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
1h 33mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
11:05 am - 11:52 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 47mnonstop
$319United Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22
United Airlines Logo
9:30 pm - 11:54 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
1h 24mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 9:40 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 40mnonstop
$319United Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 15
United Airlines Logo
4:30 pm - 7:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
1h 40mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
5:25 am - 6:10 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 45mnonstop
$319United Airlines
Fri, Feb 12 - Sun, Feb 14
American Airlines Logo
8:10 am - 10:45 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
1h 35mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
3:47 pm - 4:44 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 57mnonstop
$319American Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Sun, Nov 15
American Airlines Logo
8:21 am - 10:56 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
1h 35mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
5:14 am - 5:59 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 45mnonstop
$319American Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 14
Delta Logo
5:05 pm - 9:18 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
3h 13m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:00 pm - 11:54 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$339Delta
Tue, Nov 24 - Thu, Nov 26
Delta Logo
2:44 pm - 9:18 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 34m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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4:55 pm - 11:20 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$339Delta
Wed, Nov 25 - Thu, Nov 26
Delta Logo
2:44 pm - 9:18 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 34m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
4:55 pm - 11:20 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$339Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington?

Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington typically range from $270 to $474. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $319, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington. It’s 28% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 33% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington?

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington at $262 round-trip.
•June ($472) and July ($443) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 80% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 64% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from O'Hare Intl to Lexington

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$146
Beat the crowds with an average 31% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 36% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington

When to book flights from O'Hare Intl to Lexington

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from O'Hare Intl to Lexington based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:29 am and lands at 8:06 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:55 pm and lands at 1:32 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 37m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington takes 1h 37m, covering 323 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington range from $270 to $474, with an average of $369 over the past 12 months. Anything below $270 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 25% above the $369 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $238 round-trip via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), compared to $370 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet CRJ-550 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington flights, with 38% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, night flights for 25%, and evening flights for 12%.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $319 to $1,469. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $184, which is 45% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Lexington Blue Grass Airport (LEX)?

    Lexington Blue Grass Airport (LEX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $30 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Budget
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Lexington Blue Grass (LEX).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington pass through?

    Connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington most commonly pass through:

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 67% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 33% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 46% on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $269 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $493, a difference of $224.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington?

    2 airlines operate flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Lexington. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 49m, compared with 5h 48m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Lexington?

    Lexington is 1 hour ahead of Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington flights?

    Among airlines operating Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $269, about $224 less than Sunday fares (45% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 64% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington trip for December. Fares historically average $262 round-trip in that month - typically $210 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $238 round-trip on this route - about $132 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Lexington?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lexington Blue Grass Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Lexington Blue Grass

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Friday

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Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Lexington Blue Grass to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Tuesday

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American Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,United Airlines

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