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Cheapest round-trip
$336
Typical prices: $352-$595
Multiple Airlines
Sun 12/2Thu 12/6
RIC - LEX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$180
Typical prices: $302-$437
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/25
RIC - LEX • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Richmond and Lexington. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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September
Cheapest • 18% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $335 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 4h 13m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Richmond to Lexington (RIC-LEX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Richmond to Lexington

Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
United Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 1:10 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
7h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:10 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$369United Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
American Airlines Logo
5:24 pm - 12:09 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
6h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:16 pm - 11:01 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
3h 45m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$376American Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 24
Delta Logo
5:36 pm - 11:59 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
6h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
10:28 am - 4:04 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 36m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$377Delta
Fri, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 5
United Airlines Logo
5:37 pm - 11:55 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
6h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:01 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$385United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
United Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 1:10 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
7h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
1:50 pm - 9:30 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$389United Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 9:25 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
3h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:53 pm - 11:26 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 33m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$397Delta
Thu, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 8:47 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
3h 47m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:57 pm - 11:02 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 05m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$397American Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30
United Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 1:21 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:11 am - 5:21 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$399United Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
8:17 pm - 11:57 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
3h 40m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
11:14 am - 7:17 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 03m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
$402American Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Sat, Nov 28
Delta Logo
12:45 pm - 5:07 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 22m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:59 pm - 10:31 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$407Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Richmond to Lexington flights

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Richmond to Lexington, it is 38% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 60% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Lexington?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Lexington at $366 round-trip.
  • June ($716) and April ($682) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 95% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Richmond to Lexington flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$180
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 60% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
Flight from Richmond to Lexington

When to book flights from Richmond to Lexington

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

    Flights from Richmond to Lexington usually depart from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) and arrive at Lexington Blue Grass (LEX).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Richmond to Lexington:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 51% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Charlotte Douglas (CLT) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 62% on the Richmond to Lexington route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $277 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $716, a difference of $439. 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 Richmond to Lexington?

    A nonstop flight from Richmond to Lexington takes 0h 00m, covering 399 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Richmond 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 Richmond 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 $369 to $1,546. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Richmond to Lexington are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $260, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 13m, compared with 4h 20m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 4h 25m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • 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 Richmond to Lexington flight?

    Round-trip flights from Richmond to Lexington range from $352 to $595, with an average of $446 over the past 12 months. Anything below $352 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Richmond 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 $277 - about $439 less than Monday (61% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Richmond to Lexington trip for September. Fares historically average $366 round-trip in that month - typically $350 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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