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$124+ Cheap flights from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (LEX - DTW)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LEX — DTW
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Lexington to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lexington (LEX) to Detroit (DTW). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$249
(Delta)

One-way from

$124
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$229

Good round-trip deal

$316 or less

Good one-way deal

$236 or less
From Lexington Blue Grass to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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Cheapest flights from Lexington to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lexington to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/217:30 amLEX - DTW
Nonstop1h 32mDelta
Sun 11/238:30 amDTW - LEX
Nonstop1h 24mDelta
Deal found 9/15$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/215:00 amLEX - DTW
1 stop4h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/236:36 pmDTW - LEX
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/307:55 amLEX - DTW
Nonstop1h 29mDelta
Sat 10/48:25 amDTW - LEX
Nonstop1h 19mDelta
Deal found 9/15$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/217:55 amLEX - DTW
Nonstop1h 29mDelta
Sun 9/288:25 amDTW - LEX
Nonstop1h 19mDelta
Deal found 9/14$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/276:34 pmLEX - DTW
1 stop4h 47mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/307:00 amDTW - LEX
2 stops8h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$324
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/187:45 amLEX - DTW
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Sat 10/188:10 pmDTW - LEX
Nonstop1h 17mDelta
Deal found 9/14$337
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/297:55 amLEX - DTW
Nonstop1h 29mDelta
Sat 10/48:25 amDTW - LEX
Nonstop1h 19mDelta
Deal found 9/15$339
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/237:47 amLEX - DTW
2 stops6h 45mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/25:28 amDTW - LEX
1 stop5h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/187:05 amLEX - DTW
1 stop6h 07mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/186:05 pmDTW - LEX
1 stop5h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$357
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/296:34 pmLEX - DTW
1 stop4h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/46:45 amDTW - LEX
1 stop3h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$359
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/267:15 pmLEX - DTW
1 stop4h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/285:43 amDTW - LEX
1 stop4h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/297:33 pmLEX - DTW
1 stop4h 08mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/47:00 amDTW - LEX
2 stops10h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$384

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Lexington to Detroit that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Lexington

Fly to

Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LexingtonDetroit

LEX - DTW

LEXDTW

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 11/21

7:30 am-9:02 am

Nonstop1h 32m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/23

8:30 am-9:54 am

Nonstop1h 24m

$249

LexingtonDetroit

LEX - DTW

LEXDTW

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 11/21

6:58 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop4h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/23

6:36 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$269

LexingtonDetroit

LEX - DTW

LEXDTW

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 9/30

7:55 am-9:24 am

Nonstop1h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/4

8:25 am-9:44 am

Nonstop1h 19m

$299

LexingtonDetroit

LEX - DTW

LEXDTW

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 9/27

6:01 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/30

11:00 am-3:48 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$319

LexingtonDetroit

LEX - DTW

LEXDTW

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 9/30

7:15 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop4h 07m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/4

6:45 am-10:39 am

1 stop3h 54m

$319

LexingtonDetroit

LEX - DTW

LEXDTW

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 9/29

7:55 am-9:24 am

Nonstop1h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/4

8:25 am-9:44 am

Nonstop1h 19m

$319

LexingtonDetroit

LEX - DTW

LEXDTW

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 10/18

7:45 am-9:10 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/18

8:10 pm-9:27 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

$337

LexingtonDetroit

LEX - DTW

LEXDTW

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 9/29

7:15 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop4h 07m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/4

6:45 am-10:39 am

1 stop3h 54m

$339

LexingtonDetroit

LEX - DTW

LEXDTW

Lexington Blue Grass

Thu 10/9

7:35 pm-9:54 am

1 stop14h 19m

$136

LexingtonDetroit

LEX - DTW

LEXDTW

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 12/14

11:18 am-10:00 am

1 stop22h 42m

$136

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Deals found on 9/12

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Best time to book a flight from Lexington to Detroit

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $250). Flying from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LEX to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Lexington to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 15, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 37% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Detroit. Reviews last updated September 15, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Lexington to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Lexington to Detroit?

    If you wish to fly to Detroit from Lexington, then you need to book flights from Lexington Blue Grass to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. There are 10 flights from Blue Grass (LEX) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) per day to choose from. Flights to Detroit from Blue Grass are available from 1 airline, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 17m is how long a nonstop flight from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County typically takes.

  • How long is the flight from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    For as low as $249, Delta can have you in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Lexington in 1h 32m. Airlines will cover a distance of 296 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta ($209), offers the cheapest pricing from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Delta is priced at 45% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Lexington, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Aeromexico (100%), Endeavor Airlines (96%), Republic Airways( 92%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $154. While the most popular route (Lexington Blue Grass - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) can be booked for $249 on average, our data indicates $449 when flying from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Lexington to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Lexington to Detroit flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Lexington to Detroit?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Lexington to Detroit.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Lexington to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Lexington to Detroit by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $250). Flying from Lexington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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DeltaCheapest$209Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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