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Cheapest round-trip
$321
Typical prices: $273-$426
American Airlines
Tue 11/6Thu 11/8
MEM - LEX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$350
Typical prices: $275-$386
American Airlines
Mon 10/8
MEM - LEX • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Memphis and Lexington. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 30% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $414 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 4h 04m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Memphis to Lexington (MEM-LEX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Memphis to Lexington

Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
American Airlines Logo
2:52 pm - 10:36 pmMEM  Memphis-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
6h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:54 pm - 11:59 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MEM Memphis
6h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$321American Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
Delta Logo
4:49 pm - 10:53 pmMEM  Memphis-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:59 pm - 11:24 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MEM Memphis
4h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$321Delta
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
Delta Logo
4:49 pm - 10:53 pmMEM  Memphis-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:59 pm - 11:24 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MEM Memphis
4h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$337Delta
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
Delta Logo
6:11 pm - 10:53 pmMEM  Memphis-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
3h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:59 pm - 11:24 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MEM Memphis
4h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$337Delta
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:10 pmMEM  Memphis-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
11:00 am - 2:42 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MEM Memphis
4h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$369United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:10 pmMEM  Memphis-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
11:00 am - 2:42 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MEM Memphis
4h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$389United Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
United Airlines Logo
2:36 pm - 8:28 pmMEM  Memphis-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:10 pm - 11:16 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MEM Memphis
6h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$419United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
United Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 5:17 pmMEM  Memphis-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
6h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
11:00 am - 9:44 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MEM Memphis
23h 44m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$467United Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4
American Airlines Logo
5:34 pm - 11:46 pmMEM  Memphis-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
8:13 pm - 11:51 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MEM Memphis
4h 38m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$496American Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 27
American Airlines Logo
3:17 pm - 10:59 pmMEM  Memphis-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
6h 42m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
8:13 pm - 11:51 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MEM Memphis
4h 38m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$614American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Memphis to Lexington flights

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

Round-trip flights from Memphis to Lexington start at $321. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $273 to $426. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $321 on American Airlines.

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Key details for Memphis to Lexington flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$350
Flight from Memphis to Lexington

When to book flights from Memphis to Lexington

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Memphis to Lexington based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Memphis to Lexington 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 Memphis to Lexington?

    Flights from Memphis to Lexington usually depart from Memphis (MEM) and arrive at Lexington Blue Grass (LEX).

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

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

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 42% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 11% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 53% on the Memphis to Lexington route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $273 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $571, a difference of $298. 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 Memphis to Lexington?

    A nonstop flight from Memphis to Lexington takes 0h 00m, covering 363 miles.

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

    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 Memphis to Lexington 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 $321 to $1,364. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Memphis to Lexington are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $519, which is 44% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 04m, compared with 4h 13m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 59m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Memphis and Lexington?

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

  • What car rental options are available at Lexington Blue Grass Airport (LEX)?

    Lexington Blue Grass Airport (LEX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $30 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Budget
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

    Round-trip flights from Memphis to Lexington range from $273 to $426, with an average of $326 over the past 12 months. Anything below $273 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Memphis to Lexington flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $273 - about $298 less than Thursday (52% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Memphis to Lexington trip for February. Fares historically average $228 round-trip in that month - typically $343 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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