Which airports can I use when flying from Lexington to Wilmington?

Flights from Lexington to Wilmington usually depart from Lexington Blue Grass (LEX) and arrive at Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM).

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

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Lexington to Wilmington.

Which airports do connecting flights from Lexington to Wilmington pass through?

One-stop flights from Lexington to Wilmington most commonly connect through: • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 74% of one-stop connections • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 23% of one-stop connections • New York LaGuardia (LGA) - 3% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 63% on flights from Lexington to Wilmington. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $288 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $765, a difference of $477. 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 Lexington to Wilmington?

A nonstop flight from Lexington to Wilmington takes 00m, covering 455 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Lexington to Wilmington?

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 Wilmington 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 $301 to $2,111. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Lexington to Wilmington looking right now?

One-way fares from Lexington to Wilmington are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $308, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 02m, compared with 4h 12m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 6h 16m via New York LaGuardia (LGA).

What car rental options are available at Wilmington New Hanover County Airport (ILM)?

Wilmington New Hanover County Airport (ILM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $30 for economy cars. Top options include: • Budget • Alamo • Thrifty • Avis • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

Round-trip flights from Lexington to Wilmington range from $283 to $383, with an average of $313 over the past 12 months. Anything below $283 counts as a good deal.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Lexington to Wilmington?

American Airlines ($301) and United Airlines ($488) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Lexington to Wilmington according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Charlotte Douglas (CLT) is the most popular layover for the Lexington to Wilmington route. 74% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via CLT.

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

Flights via New York LaGuardia (LGA) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $313. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Charlotte Douglas (CLT) had the shortest average connection time for Lexington to Wilmington layovers at 2h 36m over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $283-$383

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Lexington to Wilmington

Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8

4:47 pm - 9:31 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

4h 44m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

5:26 pm - 8:55 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

3h 29m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$301American Airlines

Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8

5:14 am - 1:29 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

8h 15m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas

5:26 pm - 8:55 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

3h 29m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$392American Airlines

Fri, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 27

8:03 pm - 12:08 amLEX Lexington Blue Grass-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

4h 05m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

7:32 pm - 11:02 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

3h 30m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$439American Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18

8:03 pm - 12:08 amLEX Lexington Blue Grass-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

4h 05m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

8:11 pm - 11:57 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

3h 46m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$459American Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 10

5:23 am - 11:53 amLEX Lexington Blue Grass-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

6h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:11 pm - 11:57 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

3h 46m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$459American Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9

1:50 pm - 11:59 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

10h 09m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

6:00 am - 5:17 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

11h 17m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

$488United Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 10

5:23 am - 11:47 amLEX Lexington Blue Grass-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

6h 24m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas

7:11 am - 12:38 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

5h 27m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$505American Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18

6:58 pm - 11:59 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

5h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:05 am - 8:47 amILM Wilmington New Hanover County-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

3h 42m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$514American Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18

8:03 pm - 12:08 amLEX Lexington Blue Grass-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

4h 05m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

8:11 pm - 11:57 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

3h 46m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$586American Airlines

Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8

1:45 pm - 11:44 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

9h 59m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

6:05 am - 11:56 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

17h 51m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

$604United Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from Lexington to Wilmington

Sat, Sep 26 - Thu, Oct 1

6:01 pm - 11:59 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

5h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:13 pm - 10:59 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

3h 46m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$446American Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Thu, Oct 1

7:18 pm - 10:59 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

3h 41m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

7:13 pm - 10:59 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

3h 46m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$446American Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Thu, Oct 1

7:27 am - 2:44 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

7h 17m2 stops Philadelphia Charlotte Douglas

5:32 pm - 11:46 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

6h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$492American Airlines

Sun, Sep 27 - Fri, Oct 2

6:00 am - 9:37 amLEX Lexington Blue Grass-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

3h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:25 pm - 10:57 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

5h 32m1 stop New York LaGuardia

$745Delta

Sat, Sep 26 - Thu, Oct 1

1:56 pm - 10:59 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

9h 03m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

6:00 am - 9:28 amILM Wilmington New Hanover County-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

27h 28m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,132United Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Thu, Oct 1

1:56 pm - 10:59 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

9h 03m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

6:00 am - 9:28 amILM Wilmington New Hanover County-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

27h 28m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,169United Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Thu, Oct 1

6:10 pm - 10:59 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

28h 49m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

6:00 am - 9:28 amILM Wilmington New Hanover County-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

27h 28m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,269United Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Thu, Oct 1

6:10 pm - 11:58 amLEX Lexington Blue Grass-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

17h 48m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

6:00 am - 8:28 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

14h 28m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,282United Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Thu, Oct 1

6:10 pm - 11:58 amLEX Lexington Blue Grass-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

17h 48m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

6:00 am - 5:11 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

11h 11m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,333United Airlines

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Price, demand and travel trends for Lexington to Wilmington flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Lexington to Wilmington?

Round-trip flights from Lexington to Wilmington typically range from $283 to $383. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $301, on American Airlines.

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Cheapest flight	$257

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Lexington to Wilmington?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Lexington to Wilmington.
How long is a flight from Lexington to Wilmington?
A nonstop flight from Lexington to Wilmington takes 00m, covering 455 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Lexington to Wilmington?
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 Wilmington flight?
Round-trip flights from Lexington to Wilmington range from $283 to $383, with an average of $313 over the past 12 months. Anything below $283 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Lexington to Wilmington 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 $301 to $2,111. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Lexington to Wilmington looking right now?
One-way fares from Lexington to Wilmington are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $308, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Wilmington New Hanover County Airport (ILM)?
Wilmington New Hanover County Airport (ILM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $30 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Budget
• Alamo
• Thrifty
• Avis
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Which airports can I use when flying from Lexington to Wilmington?
Flights from Lexington to Wilmington usually depart from Lexington Blue Grass (LEX) and arrive at Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM).
Which airports do connecting flights from Lexington to Wilmington pass through?
One-stop flights from Lexington to Wilmington most commonly connect through:

• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 74% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 23% of one-stop connections
• New York LaGuardia (LGA) - 3% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Lexington to Wilmington?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 63% on flights from Lexington to Wilmington. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $288 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $765, a difference of $477.

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 Wilmington?
Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 02m, compared with 4h 12m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 6h 16m via New York LaGuardia (LGA).

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Friday flights average $288, about $477 less than Tuesday fares (62% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lexington to Wilmington trip for July. Fares historically average $288 round-trip in that month - typically $337 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Wilmington New Hanover County Airport.

• Country Inn & Suites by Radisson,Wilmington, NC

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