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Cheapest round-trip
$305
Typical prices: $308-$449
United Airlines
Mon 9/10Wed 9/12
MSY - LEX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$137
Typical prices: $197-$362
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/25
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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When to travel
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, Sep 10 - Sat, Sep 12
United Airlines Logo
10:31 am - 5:11 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:00 am - 1:09 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$305United Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Sat, Sep 12
United Airlines Logo
10:31 am - 5:11 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
1:57 pm - 9:57 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$310United Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29
United Airlines Logo
10:31 am - 5:11 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 1:15 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$312United Airlines
Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:17 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:05 pm - 10:45 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$312United Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 15
American Airlines Logo
11:16 am - 6:30 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
6h 14m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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3:10 pm - 9:14 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 04m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$348American Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 1
Delta Logo
5:20 am - 10:09 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
3h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:59 pm - 11:35 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$377Delta
Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12
American Airlines Logo
3:10 pm - 6:12 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
2h 02mnonstop
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8:03 pm - 11:59 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 56m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$427American Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12
American Airlines Logo
3:10 pm - 6:12 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
2h 02mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
8:03 pm - 11:59 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 56m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$433American Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22
Delta Logo
7:30 pm - 11:58 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
3h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:59 pm - 11:59 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$437Delta
Fri, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 23
Delta Logo
6:22 pm - 11:58 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 12:02 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$437Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for New Orleans to Lexington flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from New Orleans to Lexington with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Lexington start at $305. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $308 to $449. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $305 on United Airlines.

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

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

What is 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

$137
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 10% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
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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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What airlines are available from New Orleans to Lexington?

    Only American Airlines operates flights between New Orleans and Lexington.

  • 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).

  • 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

  • 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) - 54% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 9% 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 New Orleans to Lexington?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 55% on the New Orleans to Lexington route. 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 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.

  • 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.

  • 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 $305 to $1,583. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x 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 $244, which is 9% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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.

  • 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 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.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $294 - about $354 less than Monday (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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Everything you need to know for your flight from New Orleans to Lexington

Information on your arrival and departure airports

New Orleans (MSY)
Lexington (LEX)