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Cheapest round-trip
$326
Typical prices: $422-$670
United Airlines
Sun 12/2Fri 1/5
SMF - LEX • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$283
Typical prices: $333-$578
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/10
SMF - LEX • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Sacramento and Lexington. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 42% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Cheapest • Avg $337 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 7h 04m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Lexington (SMF-LEX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Lexington

Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Jan 5
United Airlines Logo
11:45 am - 11:56 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
9h 11m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 11:56 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$326United Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Jan 5
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11:45 am - 11:56 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
9h 11m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:50 am - 5:44 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 54m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles
$331United Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Wed, Jan 6
United Airlines Logo
10:36 am - 10:32 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
8h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:50 pm - 6:44 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$350United Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 5:07 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
7h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
8:15 am - 12:20 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 05m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$411Delta
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
American Airlines Logo
10:59 pm - 10:59 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
9h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:14 am - 12:14 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$457American Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Jan 7
Delta Logo
7:43 pm - 9:41 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
10h 58m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:23 am - 5:46 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-SMF Sacramento Intl
13h 23m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$493Delta
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
American Airlines Logo
7:23 pm - 10:59 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
12h 36m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 3:52 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-SMF Sacramento Intl
11h 52m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$503American Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
American Airlines Logo
1:44 pm - 11:42 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
6h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:09 pm - 12:04 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$520American Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9
Delta Logo
7:43 pm - 10:00 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
11h 17m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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3:34 pm - 11:51 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-SMF Sacramento Intl
11h 17m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$687Delta
Mon, Nov 9 - Fri, Nov 13
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6:56 pm - 10:59 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
13h 03m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:14 am - 6:00 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-SMF Sacramento Intl
15h 46m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$907Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Sacramento to Lexington flights

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

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Lexington typically range from $422 to $670. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $326, on United Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Lexington. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 17% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Lexington?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Lexington at $307 round-trip.
•September ($843) and August ($803) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 174% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Sacramento to Lexington flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$283
Beat the crowds with an average 43% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 49% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Sacramento to Lexington

When to book flights from Sacramento to Lexington

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Lexington flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Sacramento to Lexington?

    A nonstop flight from Sacramento to Lexington takes 00m, covering 1,989 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Lexington range from $422 to $670, with an average of $528 over the past 12 months. Anything below $422 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Sacramento 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 $326 to $1,319. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Sacramento to Lexington are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $653, which is 24% above 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 Sacramento to Lexington?

    Flights from Sacramento to Lexington usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at Lexington Blue Grass (LEX).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 13% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Sacramento to Lexington. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $489 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $622, a difference of $133.

    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 much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Sacramento to Lexington?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 04m, compared with 7h 29m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 7h 33m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Sacramento and Lexington?

    Lexington is 3 hours ahead of Sacramento (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Sacramento 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 $489, about $133 less than Monday fares (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sacramento to Lexington trip for March. Fares historically average $307 round-trip in that month - typically $536 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).

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