Which airports can I use when flying from Lexington to New Orleans?

Flights from Lexington to New Orleans usually depart from Lexington Blue Grass (LEX) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Lexington to New Orleans?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Lexington to New Orleans: • Economy Class • First Class

Which airports do connecting flights from Lexington to New Orleans pass through?

One-stop flights from Lexington to New Orleans most commonly connect through: • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 62% of one-stop connections • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 21% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 8% of one-stop connections • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 8% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Lexington to New Orleans?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 47% on flights from Lexington to New Orleans. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $318 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $589, a difference of $271. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in New Orleans?

Some of the most popular sights in New Orleans are New Orleans Morial Convention Center, Caesars Superdome and Canal Street. These are among the most viewed places in New Orleans on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Lexington to New Orleans?

A nonstop flight from Lexington to New Orleans takes about 00m, covering 643 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Lexington to New Orleans?

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 Lexington to New Orleans 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 $361 to $1,527. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Lexington to New Orleans looking right now?

One-way fares from Lexington to New Orleans are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $312, which is 5% below the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Lexington to New Orleans?

Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 18m, compared with 5h 09m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 29m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

What is the time difference between Lexington and New Orleans?

New Orleans is 1 hour behind Lexington (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)?

New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $62 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Priceless • Hertz • Thrifty • Budget

How much should I expect to pay for a Lexington to New Orleans flight?

Round-trip flights from Lexington to New Orleans range from $355 to $548, with an average of $426 over the past 12 months. Anything below $355 counts as a good deal.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lexington to New Orleans?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lexington to New Orleans. It’s 26% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 38% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Lexington to New Orleans?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Lexington to New Orleans at $347 round-trip. •December ($603) and March ($527) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 73% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Lexington to New Orleans?

United Airlines ($367) and Delta ($369) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Lexington to New Orleans according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Lexington to New Orleans?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is the most popular layover for the Lexington to New Orleans route. Over the past 3 months, 62% of KAYAK users found 1-stop round-trips connecting via ATL.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Lexington to New Orleans?

Flights via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $257. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Lexington to New Orleans which airport offers the shortest layover?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) had the shortest average connection time for Lexington to New Orleans layovers at 2h 46m over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $355-$548

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Cheapest • Avg $257 (round-trip)

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Shortest trip • 4h 18m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Lexington to New Orleans

Thu, Dec 31 - Sat, Jan 30

9:08 pm - 10:09 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

26h 01m1 stop Tampa St. Petersburg

11:36 am - 8:14 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

31h 38m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Tampa

$361Multiple Airlines

Thu, Dec 31 - Sat, Jan 30

9:08 pm - 10:09 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

26h 01m1 stop Tampa St. Petersburg

5:36 pm - 8:49 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

26h 13m1 stop Orlando

$362Multiple Airlines

Fri, Jan 22 - Sat, Jan 30

6:00 am - 4:12 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

11h 12m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

7:01 am - 1:15 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

5h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$367United Airlines

Sat, Dec 12 - Fri, Dec 18

5:00 am - 9:25 amLEX Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:45 pm - 11:59 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

5h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$368United Airlines

Sat, Jan 2 - Sat, Jan 9

5:53 pm - 10:00 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:32 am - 12:23 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

3h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$369Delta

Tue, Mar 16 - Sat, Mar 27

5:55 pm - 11:27 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

6h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:30 am - 12:37 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

5h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$381Delta

Wed, Mar 17 - Tue, Mar 23

1:30 pm - 6:54 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

6h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:40 pm - 11:56 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

5h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$381Delta

Tue, Dec 29 - Fri, Jan 1

6:57 pm - 11:57 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

6h 00m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

6:54 pm - 11:57 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

4h 03m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$390American Airlines

Fri, Jan 1 - Sat, Jan 9

1:17 pm - 6:14 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 57m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

5:40 pm - 11:05 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

4h 25m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$390American Airlines

Fri, Jan 22 - Sat, Jan 30

11:55 am - 6:35 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

7h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:40 pm - 11:05 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

4h 25m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$390American Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from Lexington to New Orleans

Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17

8:59 am - 3:07 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

7h 08m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

6:00 pm - 11:12 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

4h 12m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$441American Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17

5:59 pm - 12:08 amLEX Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

7h 09m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

8:20 am - 4:15 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

6h 55m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$483American Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17

5:44 am - 3:33 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

10h 49m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth

10:17 am - 4:15 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

4h 58m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$546American Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17

11:05 am - 5:48 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

7h 43m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

12:44 pm - 11:54 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

10h 10m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$551United Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17

1:49 pm - 11:15 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

10h 26m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

10:28 am - 5:30 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

6h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$586United Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17

1:49 pm - 11:15 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

10h 26m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

8:00 am - 7:10 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

10h 10m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$593United Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17

9:00 am - 4:08 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

8h 08m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

9:05 am - 7:10 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

9h 05m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$2,582United Airlines

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lexington to New Orleans?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lexington to New Orleans. It’s 26% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 38% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from Lexington to New Orleans? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from Lexington to New Orleans, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •September is the cheapest month to fly from Lexington to New Orleans at $347 round-trip.
•December ($603) and March ($527) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 73% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Lexington to New Orleans?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Lexington to New Orleans:

• Economy Class
• First Class
How long is a flight from Lexington to New Orleans?
A nonstop flight from Lexington to New Orleans takes about 00m, covering 643 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Lexington to New Orleans?
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 Lexington to New Orleans flight?
Round-trip flights from Lexington to New Orleans range from $355 to $548, with an average of $426 over the past 12 months. Anything below $355 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Lexington to New Orleans 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 $361 to $1,527. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Lexington to New Orleans looking right now?
One-way fares from Lexington to New Orleans are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $312, which is 5% below the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)?
New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $62 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Priceless
• Hertz
• Thrifty
• Budget
Which airports can I use when flying from Lexington to New Orleans?
Flights from Lexington to New Orleans usually depart from Lexington Blue Grass (LEX) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).
Which airports do connecting flights from Lexington to New Orleans pass through?
One-stop flights from Lexington to New Orleans most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 62% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 21% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 8% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 8% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Lexington to New Orleans?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 47% on flights from Lexington to New Orleans. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $318 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $589, a difference of $271.

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 Lexington to New Orleans?
Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 18m, compared with 5h 09m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 29m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).
What is the time difference between Lexington and New Orleans?
New Orleans is 1 hour behind Lexington (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in New Orleans?
Some of the most popular sights in New Orleans are New Orleans Morial Convention Center, Caesars Superdome and Canal Street. These are among the most viewed places in New Orleans on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $318, about $271 less than Sunday fares (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lexington to New Orleans trip for September. Fares historically average $347 round-trip in that month - typically $256 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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