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Cheapest round-trip
$256
Typical prices: $313-$388
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Sat 10/13Tue 10/16
LEX - RDU • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$164
Typical prices: $280-$339
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/7
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 • 21% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $322 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 3h 50m (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

Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 16
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11:20 am - 9:07 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RDU Raleigh-Durham
21h 47m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl
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10:05 am - 11:22 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
25h 17m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$256Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 16
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11:20 am - 9:07 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RDU Raleigh-Durham
21h 47m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl
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1:16 pm - 11:22 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
22h 06m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Fort Lauderdale
$274Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Sun, Jan 17
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11:00 am - 5:26 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:15 am - 1:10 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
6h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$319United Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
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6:00 am - 12:28 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:01 pm - 11:55 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
6h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$319United Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 2
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9:00 am - 1:44 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:00 am - 5:30 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
7h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$319United Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
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5:29 am - 1:18 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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12:29 pm - 4:32 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 03m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$331American Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
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5:02 pm - 9:13 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 11m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:41 pm - 11:02 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
3h 21m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$331American Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:09 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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4:44 pm - 10:53 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
6h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$331Delta
Tue, Oct 13 - Thu, Oct 15
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11:20 am - 9:07 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RDU Raleigh-Durham
21h 47m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl
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11:10 am - 8:21 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
9h 11m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$338Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Tue, Dec 29
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6:00 am - 10:20 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:30 am - 11:38 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
6h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$356Delta
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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?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lexington to Raleigh, it is 22% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 47% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Lexington to Raleigh?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Lexington to Raleigh at $274 round-trip.
•June ($514) and April ($404) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 87% 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

May

Cheapest flight

$164
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 21% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 11% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Lexington to Raleigh

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Your Lexington to Raleigh 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 Lexington to Raleigh?

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

  • 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

  • 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) - 64% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 1% of one-stop connections

    Charlotte Douglas (CLT) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 47% on the Lexington to Raleigh route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $274 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $515, a difference of $241. 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 Raleigh?

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

  • How long is a flight from Lexington to Raleigh?

    A nonstop flight from Lexington to Raleigh takes 0h 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.

  • 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 $256 to $1,747. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x 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 $265, which is 10% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 50m, compared with 4h 24m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 4h 25m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

    Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Budget

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

    Round-trip flights from Lexington to Raleigh range from $313 to $388, with an average of $348 over the past 12 months. Anything below $313 counts as a good deal.

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