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Cheapest round-trip
$339
Typical prices: $353-$649
Delta
Mon 10/29Wed 10/31
DSM - LEX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$284
Typical prices: $323-$401
United Airlines
Thu 10/11
DSM - LEX • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Lexington. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 40% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $308 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 4h 46m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Lexington (DSM-LEX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Lexington

Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
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10:57 am - 6:51 pmDSM  Des Moines-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
6h 54m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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7:10 am - 10:42 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-DSM Des Moines
4h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$339Delta
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Oct 31
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10:22 am - 5:04 pmDSM  Des Moines-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 42m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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8:10 am - 2:25 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-DSM Des Moines
7h 15m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$339Delta
Mon, Oct 19 - Sat, Oct 24
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6:54 pm - 11:58 pmDSM  Des Moines-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:10 am - 2:25 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-DSM Des Moines
7h 15m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$339Delta
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
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5:39 am - 12:08 pmDSM  Des Moines-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 29m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 10:42 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-DSM Des Moines
5h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$339Delta
Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4
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5:57 pm - 11:46 pmDSM  Des Moines-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:00 am - 10:19 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-DSM Des Moines
6h 19m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$369American Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
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1:27 pm - 10:36 pmDSM  Des Moines-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
8h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
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9:00 am - 12:20 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-DSM Des Moines
4h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$419United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
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8:00 am - 1:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:45 am - 2:34 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-DSM Des Moines
6h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$419United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
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3:25 pm - 8:32 pmDSM  Des Moines-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:09 pm - 11:16 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-DSM Des Moines
6h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$419United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Nov 2
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2:01 pm - 11:57 pmDSM  Des Moines-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
8h 56m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
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6:55 pm - 12:26 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-DSM Des Moines
6h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$424American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Fri, Oct 30
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2:01 pm - 11:57 pmDSM  Des Moines-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
8h 56m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
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6:58 pm - 12:14 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-DSM Des Moines
6h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$424American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Lexington flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Lexington?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Lexington start at $339. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $353 to $649. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $339 on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Lexington?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Lexington, it is 35% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 33% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Des Moines to Lexington flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$284
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 35% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Des Moines to Lexington

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines 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 Des Moines to Lexington flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Lexington?

    Flights from Des Moines to Lexington usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Lexington Blue Grass (LEX).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Lexington?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Lexington.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Lexington pass through?

    One-stop flights from Des Moines to Lexington most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 74% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Lexington?

    On the Des Moines to Lexington route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 52%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $334 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $682: a $348 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How long is a flight from Des Moines to Lexington?

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Lexington takes 0h 00m, covering 537 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines 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.

  • Have flight prices from Des Moines 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 $339 to $939. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Des Moines to Lexington looking right now?

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Lexington are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $366.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Des Moines to Lexington?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 36m, compared with 4h 46m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 5h 13m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Des Moines and Lexington?

    Lexington is 1 hour ahead of Des Moines (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Lexington flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Lexington range from $353 to $649, with an average of $511 over the past 12 months. Anything below $353 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Lexington flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $334 - about $348 less than Monday (51% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Lexington trip for September. Fares historically average $308 round-trip in that month - typically $542 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).

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