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Cheapest round-trip
$339
Typical prices: $308-$449
United Airlines
Mon 11/5Thu 11/8
MSY - LEX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$138
Typical prices: $197-$362
Multiple Airlines
Mon 12/24
MSY - LEX • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between New Orleans and Lexington. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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June
Cheapest • 18% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $375 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 4h 22m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Lexington (MSY-LEX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New Orleans to Lexington

Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
United Airlines Logo
10:35 am - 7:10 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
7h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:25 am - 9:28 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$339United Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14
American Airlines Logo
9:08 am - 5:25 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
7h 17m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:00 am - 8:13 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 13m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$411American Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14
American Airlines Logo
10:56 am - 7:11 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
7h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
1:08 pm - 6:00 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 52m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$411American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Sun, Oct 25
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6:50 pm - 11:57 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 07m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 8:18 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 18m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$444American Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Tue, Oct 13
Delta Logo
7:22 pm - 11:58 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
3h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:59 pm - 11:35 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$464Delta
Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12
United Airlines Logo
9:33 am - 8:32 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
9h 59m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 1:11 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$473United Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12
United Airlines Logo
9:33 am - 8:32 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
9h 59m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:00 am - 11:11 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
13h 11m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$478United Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12
United Airlines Logo
9:33 am - 8:32 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
9h 59m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:00 am - 6:54 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
14h 54m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Cleveland Hopkins Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$484United Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 11
Delta Logo
7:22 pm - 11:58 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
3h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:59 pm - 11:35 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$634Delta
Mon, Oct 12 - Fri, Oct 16
Delta Logo
7:50 am - 2:49 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
8:19 pm - 11:35 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,052Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for New Orleans to Lexington flights

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

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Lexington typically range from $308 to $449. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $339, on United Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Lexington. It’s 22% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 72% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Lexington?

•June is the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Lexington at $308 round-trip.
•March ($528) and April ($458) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 71% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for New Orleans to Lexington flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$138
Beat the crowds with an average 36% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 29% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from New Orleans to Lexington

When to book flights from New Orleans to Lexington

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Lexington 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 New Orleans to Lexington?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New Orleans to Lexington:

    • Earliest: departs at 3:10 pm and lands at 5:12 pm
    • Latest: departs at 3:10 pm and lands at 5:12 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 02m.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from New Orleans to Lexington:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from New Orleans to Lexington?

    A nonstop flight from New Orleans to Lexington takes 2h 02m, covering 643 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New Orleans 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Lexington range from $308 to $449, with an average of $376 over the past 12 months. Anything below $308 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from New Orleans 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 $339 to $1,226. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from New Orleans to Lexington are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $255, which is 5% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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

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

    Flights from New Orleans to Lexington usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at Lexington Blue Grass (LEX).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 56% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 55% on flights from New Orleans to Lexington. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $294 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $648, a difference of $354.

    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 New Orleans to Lexington?

    Only American Airlines operates flights between New Orleans and Lexington.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 22m, compared with 4h 47m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 30m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between New Orleans and Lexington?

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

Your guide to booking New Orleans to Lexington 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $294, about $354 less than Monday fares (55% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Orleans to Lexington trip for June. Fares historically average $308 round-trip in that month - typically $220 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from New Orleans to Lexington?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Lexington Blue Grass Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Lexington Blue Grass

Friday

American Airlines

American Airlines

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Direct returns

Lexington Blue Grass to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sunday

American Airlines

American Airlines

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