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Cheapest round-trip
$331
Typical prices: $378-$591
American Airlines
Sat 11/24Sun 12/2
EWR - LEX • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$489
Typical prices: $382-$585
Delta
Mon 12/3Thu 12/6
LGA - LEX • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta and American Airlines. Average duration is 2h 18m
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Cheapest • 6% average savings
Most popular
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 41% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 25% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $455 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 34m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New York to Lexington (NYC-LEX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New York to Lexington

Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 2
American Airlines Logo
5:28 am - 10:50 amEWR  Newark-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:08 am - 10:01 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-EWR Newark
4h 53m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$331American Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Tue, Jan 12
Delta Logo
7:10 am - 12:23 pmEWR  Newark-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:28 am - 3:59 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-EWR Newark
4h 31m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$331Delta
Tue, Feb 9 - Tue, Feb 16
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7:10 am - 12:01 pmEWR  Newark-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 11:03 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-EWR Newark
5h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$331Delta
Tue, Feb 9 - Tue, Feb 16
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4:50 pm - 9:38 pmEWR  Newark-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 48m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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7:30 am - 12:05 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-EWR Newark
4h 35m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$331Delta
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 2
American Airlines Logo
5:28 am - 10:50 amEWR  Newark-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:08 am - 10:01 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-EWR Newark
4h 53m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$335American Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 2
American Airlines Logo
5:28 am - 10:50 amEWR  Newark-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
11:10 am - 4:37 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-EWR Newark
5h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$335American Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4
United Airlines Logo
12:07 pm - 7:09 pmEWR  Newark-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
7h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:00 am - 11:00 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-EWR Newark
6h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$497United Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4
United Airlines Logo
12:07 pm - 5:30 pmEWR  Newark-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:50 am - 4:14 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-EWR Newark
5h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$497United Airlines
Fri, Dec 25 - Wed, Dec 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 6:28 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
11h 58m1 stop Orlando
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8:51 pm - 8:59 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-LGA New York LaGuardia
24h 08m2 stops Orlando Sanford Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$505Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 29
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12:17 pm - 8:48 amEWR  Newark-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
20h 31m2 stops Charleston Yeager Orlando
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9:38 am - 9:53 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-EWR Newark
12h 15m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl
$876Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for New York to Lexington flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from New York to Lexington typically range from $378 to $591. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $331, on American Airlines.

What is the cheapest New York to Lexington flight route?

There's little price difference between New York to Lexington routes. They average around $439 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York 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 York to Lexington. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 60% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Lexington at $345 round-trip.
•December ($546) and February ($519) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 58% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from New York to Lexington the cheapest?

Flights from New York to Lexington are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 41% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for New York to Lexington flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$132
Beat the crowds with an average 43% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 46% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Newark Airport to Lexington

When to book flights from New York to Lexington

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 8:59 am and lands at 11:17 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:00 pm and lands at 11:18 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 18m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from New York to Lexington takes 2h 18m, covering 596 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New York 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 York to Lexington flight?

    Round-trip flights from New York to Lexington range from $378 to $591, with an average of $462 over the past 12 months. Anything below $378 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute New York to Lexington flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 39% above the $462 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from New York to Lexington?

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $463 round-trip and layover options via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) at $455.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from New York to Lexington?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • How are flight departures from New York to Lexington spread across the day?

    Evening is the busiest departure period on New York to Lexington flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from New York 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 $331 to $1,736. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on New York to Lexington flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on New York to Lexington flights:

    • Delta
    • American Airlines

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

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

    One-way fares from New York to Lexington are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $242, which is 36% 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 averaging $81 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Budget
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

    Flights from New York to Lexington may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA). Flights usually arrive at Lexington Blue Grass (LEX).

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 42% on flights from New York to Lexington. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $435 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $743, a difference of $308.

    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 York to Lexington?

    2 airlines operate flights between New York and Lexington. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • American Airlines

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

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 34m, compared with 5h 03m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 08m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on New York to Lexington flights?

    Among airlines operating New York to Lexington flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: 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 New York to Lexington 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 First Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag in Economy Class 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 New York 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 Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $435, about $308 less than Sunday fares (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 41% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York to Lexington trip for January. Fares historically average $345 round-trip in that month - typically $201 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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 $455 round-trip on this route - about $8 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from New York to Lexington?

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

Direct departures

New York to Lexington Blue Grass

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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Direct returns

Lexington Blue Grass to New York

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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