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Cheapest round-trip
$309
Typical prices: $321-$425
Multiple Airlines
Wed 1/24Sun 1/28
LEX - RDU • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$153
Typical prices: $273-$359
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/15
LEX - RDU • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Lexington and Raleigh. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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May
Cheapest • 22% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $329 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 3h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lexington to Raleigh (LEX-RDU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Lexington to Raleigh

Sun, Jan 24 - Thu, Jan 28
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12:03 pm - 8:31 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 28m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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2:30 pm - 3:32 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
25h 02m2 stops Albany Intl Sarasota Bradenton Intl
$309Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Tue, Dec 29
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7:20 pm - 8:31 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RDU Raleigh-Durham
25h 11m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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7:33 am - 5:09 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
9h 36m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$333Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Sat, Jan 16
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8:40 am - 3:15 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:00 pm - 8:37 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
7h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$339United Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Sat, Jan 23
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4:10 pm - 9:33 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:15 am - 1:15 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
7h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$339United Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Tue, Dec 29
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8:31 am - 4:11 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:00 am - 1:12 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$339United Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Mon, Nov 30
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5:00 am - 10:25 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 25m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:00 am - 8:48 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
3h 48m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$376American Airlines
Sat, Mar 27 - Fri, Apr 2
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5:55 pm - 9:49 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RDU Raleigh-Durham
3h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:20 am - 9:26 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$376Delta
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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5:13 pm - 8:30 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RDU Raleigh-Durham
27h 17m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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8:46 pm - 6:20 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
21h 34m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Fort Lauderdale
$380Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Sat, Nov 28
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9:18 am - 1:56 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 38m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:50 am - 10:50 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$394American Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 23
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6:00 am - 10:01 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:57 pm - 7:05 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$437Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Lexington to Raleigh flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lexington to Raleigh. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 47% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Lexington to Raleigh?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Lexington to Raleigh at $274 round-trip.
•September ($633) and June ($514) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 131% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Lexington to Raleigh flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$153
Beat the crowds with an average 32% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 56% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Lexington to Raleigh

When to book flights from Lexington to Raleigh

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Your Lexington to Raleigh 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 Lexington to Raleigh?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Lexington to Raleigh:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Lexington to Raleigh?

    A nonstop flight from Lexington to Raleigh takes 00m, covering 354 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Lexington to Raleigh?

    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 Raleigh flight?

    Round-trip flights from Lexington to Raleigh range from $321 to $425, with an average of $350 over the past 12 months. Anything below $321 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Lexington to Raleigh 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 $309 to $1,403. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Lexington to Raleigh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $281, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU)?

    Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $60 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Lexington to Raleigh usually depart from Lexington Blue Grass (LEX) and arrive at Raleigh-Durham (RDU).

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 68% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 1% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from Lexington to Raleigh. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $335 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $515, a difference of $180.

    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 Raleigh?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 47m, compared with 4h 24m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 4h 41m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What popular places can I visit in Raleigh?

    Some of the most popular sights in Raleigh are Raleigh Convention Center, Lenovo Center and NC State Fairgrounds. These are among the most viewed places in Raleigh on KAYAK.

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