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Cheapest round-trip
$349
Typical prices: $278-$457
Delta
Tue 11/13Fri 11/16
LEX - DCA • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$177
Typical prices: $228-$438
Multiple Airlines
Sat 12/15
LEX - DCA • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
6 days a week
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 1h 38m
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 23% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $308 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 4h 35m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lexington to Reagan-National (LEX-DCA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Lexington to Reagan-National

Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
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6:00 am - 7:35 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 35mnonstop
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9:30 pm - 11:10 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
1h 40mnonstop
$349Delta
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
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6:00 am - 7:35 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 35mnonstop
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9:45 pm - 11:23 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
1h 38mnonstop
$349Delta
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
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6:00 am - 7:35 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 35mnonstop
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9:30 pm - 11:10 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
1h 40mnonstop
$349Delta
Fri, Mar 26 - Sun, Mar 28
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6:10 am - 7:47 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 37mnonstop
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9:45 pm - 11:22 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
1h 37mnonstop
$349Delta
Thu, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 14
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6:30 am - 10:58 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 28m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:22 pm - 11:48 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$369American Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
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5:59 pm - 11:59 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 00m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:00 am - 10:56 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$369American Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19
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5:14 am - 10:55 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:25 am - 1:00 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 35m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$369American Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 3
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9:00 am - 2:12 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:49 am - 5:30 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$469United Airlines
Sat, Feb 27 - Wed, Mar 3
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11:10 am - 6:20 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:30 am - 5:01 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
7h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$519United Airlines
Sat, Feb 27 - Wed, Mar 3
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11:10 am - 6:20 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:30 am - 5:01 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
7h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$539United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Round-trip flights from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport typically range from $278 to $457. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $349, on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 30% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport at $257 round-trip.
•May ($437) and April ($409) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 70% 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$177
Beat the crowds with an average 28% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 37% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

When to book flights from Lexington to Reagan-National

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Your Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:38 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:10 am and lands at 7:48 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 38m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport takes 1h 38m, covering 413 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport range from $278 to $457, with an average of $334 over the past 12 months. Anything below $278 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $313 round-trip and layover options via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) at $308.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    The Embraer 170 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 $349 to $1,787. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

    Delta is the only airline on the Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $228, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA)?

    Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Flights from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport usually depart from Lexington Blue Grass (LEX) and arrive at Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 42% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 6% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $309 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $437, a difference of $128.

    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 airlines fly from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Only Delta operates flights between Lexington and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 35m, compared with 4h 42m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 4h 43m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $309, about $128 less than Monday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lexington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $257 round-trip in that month - typically $180 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $308 round-trip on this route - about $5 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.

    • Hyatt House Washington DC The Wharf
    • Intercontinental Hotels Washington D.C. - The Wharf By IHG
    • Canopy by Hilton Washington D.C - The Wharf

Prefer to fly direct from Lexington to Reagan Washington National Airport?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Lexington Blue Grass to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Monday

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Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Lexington Blue Grass

Monday

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Tuesday

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Delta

Wednesday

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Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

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Delta

Sunday

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