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Cheapest round-trip
$329
Typical prices: $294-$586
Delta
Sat 1/13Tue 1/23
ILM - LEX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$313
Typical prices: $272-$489
American Airlines
Fri 11/30
ILM - LEX • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Wilmington and Lexington. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $418 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 46m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Wilmington to Lexington (ILM-LEX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Wilmington to Lexington

Wed, Jan 13 - Sat, Jan 23
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4:35 pm - 9:08 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:40 pm - 11:04 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
5h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$329Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 1
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1:30 pm - 7:05 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:57 am - 4:43 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
5h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$329Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 1
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1:30 pm - 7:05 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:05 am - 1:38 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$344Delta
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
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2:28 pm - 7:05 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 9:36 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
3h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$349Delta
Wed, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 1
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6:17 am - 10:12 amILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
3h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:05 am - 1:38 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$374Delta
Mon, Nov 23 - Sat, Nov 28
American Airlines Logo
8:19 pm - 11:58 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
3h 39m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:00 am - 8:25 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
3h 25m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$389American Airlines
Fri, Apr 16 - Sun, Apr 18
American Airlines Logo
1:25 pm - 5:08 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
3h 43m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:00 am - 12:10 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
5h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$409American Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Sat, Feb 6
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:22 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
11h 22m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:50 am - 11:58 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
13h 08m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
$419United Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Sat, Jan 23
American Airlines Logo
12:05 pm - 4:26 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 21m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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11:55 am - 9:39 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
9h 44m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
$421American Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Sat, Feb 6
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:22 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
11h 22m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:50 am - 11:58 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
13h 08m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
$429United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Wilmington to Lexington flights

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

Round-trip flights from Wilmington to Lexington typically range from $294 to $586. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $329, on Delta.

Key details for Wilmington to Lexington flights

Cheapest flight

$313
The most popular month to fly with an average 7% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Wilmington to Lexington

When to book flights from Wilmington to Lexington

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Your Wilmington 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 Wilmington to Lexington?

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

  • How long is a flight from Wilmington to Lexington?

    A nonstop flight from Wilmington to Lexington takes 00m, covering 455 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Wilmington to Lexington range from $294 to $586, with an average of $370 over the past 12 months. Anything below $294 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Wilmington 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 $329 to $1,907. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Wilmington to Lexington are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $352, which is 22% 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 Wilmington to Lexington?

    Flights from Wilmington to Lexington usually depart from Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM) and arrive at Lexington Blue Grass (LEX).

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

    Connecting flights from Wilmington to Lexington most commonly pass through:

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 63% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 37% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 60% on flights from Wilmington to Lexington. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $308 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $758, a difference of $450.

    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 Wilmington to Lexington?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 51m, compared with 4h 46m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

Your guide to booking Wilmington 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Friday flights average $308, about $450 less than Tuesday fares (59% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Wilmington to Lexington trip for January. Fares historically average $228 round-trip in that month - typically $530 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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