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Cheapest round-trip
$310
Typical prices: $328-$538
American Airlines
Tue 9/11Thu 9/13
MCI - LEX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$185
Typical prices: $273-$409
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/24
MCI - LEX • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Kansas City and Lexington. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 37% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $248 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 4h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Lexington (MCI-LEX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to Lexington

Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 13
American Airlines Logo
2:54 pm - 10:59 pmMCI  Kansas City-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
7h 05m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:23 am - 8:38 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MCI Kansas City
4h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$310American Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Mon, Sep 14
American Airlines Logo
6:28 am - 1:48 pmMCI  Kansas City-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
6h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:18 pm - 10:59 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MCI Kansas City
4h 41m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$310American Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
Delta Logo
8:05 am - 2:49 pmMCI  Kansas City-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:59 pm - 11:56 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MCI Kansas City
4h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$319Delta
Sat, Sep 5 - Tue, Sep 8
United Airlines Logo
1:08 pm - 8:28 pmMCI  Kansas City-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
6h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:20 am - 4:12 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MCI Kansas City
6h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$325United Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Tue, Sep 8
American Airlines Logo
3:47 pm - 11:46 pmMCI  Kansas City-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
6h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 12:35 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MCI Kansas City
8h 35m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl
$330American Airlines
Thu, Sep 3 - Tue, Sep 8
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:27 amMCI  Kansas City-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:59 pm - 12:35 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MCI Kansas City
6h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$349American Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Sun, Oct 11
Delta Logo
4:23 pm - 10:53 pmMCI  Kansas City-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:59 pm - 11:56 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MCI Kansas City
4h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$350Delta
Wed, Oct 7 - Sun, Oct 11
Delta Logo
4:23 pm - 10:53 pmMCI  Kansas City-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:59 pm - 11:56 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MCI Kansas City
4h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$350Delta
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
United Airlines Logo
6:37 pm - 11:52 pmMCI  Kansas City-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:28 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MCI Kansas City
5h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$381United Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21
United Airlines Logo
3:14 pm - 8:28 pmMCI  Kansas City-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:50 am - 2:18 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MCI Kansas City
6h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$381United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City to Lexington flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Kansas City to Lexington with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Lexington?

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Lexington start at $310. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $328 to $538. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $310 on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Lexington?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Lexington, it is 18% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 62% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Kansas City to Lexington flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$185
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 29% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
Flight from Kansas City to Lexington

When to book flights from Kansas City to Lexington

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kansas City 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 Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Lexington?

    Flights from Kansas City to Lexington usually depart from Kansas City (MCI) and arrive at Lexington Blue Grass (LEX).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Kansas City to Lexington?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Kansas City to Lexington:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Kansas City to Lexington pass through?

    One-stop flights from Kansas City to Lexington most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 36% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 3% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Kansas City to Lexington?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 50% on the Kansas City to Lexington route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $336 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $663, a difference of $327. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Kansas City to Lexington?

    A nonstop flight from Kansas City to Lexington takes 0h 00m, covering 552 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Kansas City to Lexington?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Kansas City to Lexington:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kansas City 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 Kansas City 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 $310 to $1,413. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Kansas City to Lexington looking right now?

    One-way fares from Kansas City to Lexington are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $308.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 45m, compared with 4h 51m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 10m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Kansas City and Lexington?

    Lexington is 1 hour ahead of Kansas City (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 Kansas City to Lexington flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Lexington range from $328 to $538, with an average of $407 over the past 12 months. Anything below $328 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Kansas City 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 Tuesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $336 - about $327 less than Monday (49% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to Lexington trip for August. Fares historically average $258 round-trip in that month - typically $490 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

Everything you need to know for your flight from Kansas City to Lexington

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Kansas City (MCI)
Lexington (LEX)