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Cheapest round-trip
$339
Typical prices: $349-$538
Delta
Sat 3/31Wed 4/4
MCI - LEX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$284
Typical prices: $273-$409
Delta
Wed 1/10
MCI - LEX • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
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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Cheapest • 38% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $312 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 48m (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

Wed, Mar 31 - Sun, Apr 4
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7:00 am - 12:37 pmMCI  Kansas City-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:45 pm - 11:58 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MCI Kansas City
5h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$339Delta
Sat, Nov 14 - Sun, Nov 22
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1:09 pm - 7:10 pmMCI  Kansas City-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:25 am - 10:35 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MCI Kansas City
6h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$354United Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Sun, Nov 22
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9:12 am - 6:43 pmMCI  Kansas City-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
8h 31m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
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5:00 am - 9:46 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MCI Kansas City
5h 46m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$359American Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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5:23 am - 10:59 amMCI  Kansas City-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:11 pm - 12:26 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MCI Kansas City
5h 15m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$369American Airlines
Thu, Apr 1 - Sun, Apr 4
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6:42 pm - 11:56 pmMCI  Kansas City-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:30 am - 1:19 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MCI Kansas City
6h 49m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$418Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Sat, Nov 28
United Airlines Logo
9:49 am - 5:30 pmMCI  Kansas City-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
6h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:10 am - 10:41 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MCI Kansas City
4h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$427United Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Sat, Nov 28
American Airlines Logo
6:35 pm - 11:58 pmMCI  Kansas City-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 23m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:16 am - 8:40 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MCI Kansas City
4h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$434American Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
United Airlines Logo
7:31 am - 1:15 pmMCI  Kansas City-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 12:31 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MCI Kansas City
7h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$439United Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Sat, Nov 28
Delta Logo
10:36 am - 5:09 pmMCI  Kansas City-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 33m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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7:55 pm - 11:55 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MCI Kansas City
5h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$449Delta
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
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1:20 pm - 7:10 pmMCI  Kansas City-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:38 pm - 10:10 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MCI Kansas City
7h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$567Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City to Lexington flights

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

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Lexington typically range from $349 to $538. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $339, on Delta.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Lexington. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 41% higher.

Key details for Kansas City to Lexington flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$284
Beat the crowds with an average 49% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 43% increase in travelers.
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Kansas City to Lexington.

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

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

  • 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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Kansas City to Lexington flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Lexington range from $349 to $538, with an average of $397 over the past 12 months. Anything below $349 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $339 to $1,484. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $422, which is 34% above 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 averaging $81 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

  • 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).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from Kansas City to Lexington. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $336 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $562, a difference of $226.

    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 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 48m, compared with 4h 59m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 39m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $336, about $226 less than Monday fares (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to Lexington trip for November. Fares historically average $248 round-trip in that month - typically $500 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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