Which airports can I use when flying from St. Louis to Lexington?

Flights from St. Louis to Lexington usually depart from Lambert-St Louis (STL) and arrive at Lexington Blue Grass (LEX).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from St. Louis to Lexington?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from St. Louis to Lexington.

Which airports do connecting flights from St. Louis to Lexington pass through?

One-stop flights from St. Louis to Lexington most commonly connect through: • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 57% of one-stop connections • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 39% of one-stop connections • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 4% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from St. Louis to Lexington?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 42% on flights from St. Louis to Lexington. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $333 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $571, a difference of $238. 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 St. Louis to Lexington?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from St. Louis to Lexington. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 29m and 4h 38m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from St. Louis 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 St. Louis 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 $1,325. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from St. Louis to Lexington looking right now?

One-way fares from St. Louis to Lexington are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $492, which is 26% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from St. Louis to Lexington?

Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 29m, compared with 4h 37m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 4h 38m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

What is the time difference between St. Louis and Lexington?

Lexington is 1 hour ahead of St. Louis (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 St. Louis to Lexington flight?

Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Lexington range from $318 to $519, with an average of $418 over the past 12 months. Anything below $318 counts as a good deal.

How much is a round-trip flight from St. Louis to Lexington?

Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Lexington typically range from $318 to $519. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $319, on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Lexington?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Lexington. It’s 21% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 36% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from St. Louis to Lexington?

Delta ($319) and United Airlines ($319) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from St. Louis to Lexington according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from St. Louis to Lexington?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) is the most popular layover for the St. Louis to Lexington route. 57% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ORD.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from St. Louis to Lexington?

Flights via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $318. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from St. Louis to Lexington which airport offers the shortest layover?

Charlotte Douglas (CLT) had the shortest average connection time for St. Louis to Lexington layovers at 2h 43m over the past 3 months.

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Fri, Dec 18 - Sun, Dec 20

2:33 pm - 9:23 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

5h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:55 pm - 11:55 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-STL Lambert-St Louis

5h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$319Delta

Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28

10:20 am - 5:09 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

5h 49m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7:35 am - 1:23 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-STL Lambert-St Louis

6h 48m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$319Delta

Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 15

5:00 am - 10:13 amSTL Lambert-St Louis-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

4h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:25 am - 10:32 amLEX Lexington Blue Grass-STL Lambert-St Louis

6h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$319United Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 15

6:50 pm - 11:54 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

4h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:25 am - 8:55 amLEX Lexington Blue Grass-STL Lambert-St Louis

4h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$319United Airlines

Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25

1:20 pm - 6:24 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

4h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:15 am - 10:34 amLEX Lexington Blue Grass-STL Lambert-St Louis

6h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$319American Airlines

Sat, Nov 21 - Sun, Nov 22

5:00 am - 12:59 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

6h 59m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

7:09 pm - 12:01 amLEX Lexington Blue Grass-STL Lambert-St Louis

5h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

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Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25

6:50 pm - 11:54 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

4h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:00 am - 12:10 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-STL Lambert-St Louis

4h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$319United Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 15

5:01 am - 10:53 amSTL Lambert-St Louis-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

4h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:11 pm - 11:58 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-STL Lambert-St Louis

4h 47m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$334American Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 8

6:47 am - 11:21 amSTL Lambert-St Louis-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

3h 34m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6:00 am - 9:09 amLEX Lexington Blue Grass-STL Lambert-St Louis

4h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$349Delta

Thu, Nov 26 - Mon, Nov 30

3:15 pm - 10:49 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

6h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:55 pm - 11:56 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-STL Lambert-St Louis

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How much is a round-trip flight from St. Louis to Lexington? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from St. Louis to Lexington departing in december.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Lexington?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Lexington. It’s 21% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 36% higher.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from St. Louis to Lexington?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from St. Louis to Lexington.
How long is a flight from St. Louis to Lexington?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from St. Louis to Lexington. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 29m and 4h 38m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Lexington flight?
Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Lexington range from $318 to $519, with an average of $418 over the past 12 months. Anything below $318 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from St. Louis 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 $1,325. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from St. Louis to Lexington looking right now?
One-way fares from St. Louis to Lexington are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $492, which is 26% 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 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 St. Louis to Lexington?
Flights from St. Louis to Lexington usually depart from Lambert-St Louis (STL) and arrive at Lexington Blue Grass (LEX).
Which airports do connecting flights from St. Louis to Lexington pass through?
One-stop flights from St. Louis to Lexington most commonly connect through:

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 57% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 39% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 4% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from St. Louis to Lexington?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 42% on flights from St. Louis to Lexington. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $333 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $571, a difference of $238.

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 St. Louis to Lexington?
Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 29m, compared with 4h 37m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 4h 38m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).
What is the time difference between St. Louis and Lexington?
Lexington is 1 hour ahead of St. Louis (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $333, about $238 less than Monday fares (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your St. Louis to Lexington trip for May. Fares historically average $333 round-trip in that month - typically $260 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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