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$147+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to Lexington (LEX)

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 2/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — LEX
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Irvine to Lexington Blue Grass are usually found in September or August, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Saturday

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Cheapest flights from Irvine to Lexington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to Lexington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/229:20 pmLAX - LEX
1 stop21h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/112:07 pmLEX - LAX
1 stop21h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$273
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/161:42 pmLAX - LEX
2 stops50h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/310:21 pmLEX - LAX
1 stop11h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$278
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Wed 12/315:30 amLAX - LEX
1 stop8h 37mDelta
Wed 1/77:26 amLEX - LAX
1 stop10h 20mDelta
Deal found 12/3$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Wed 12/3110:55 pmLAX - LEX
1 stop8h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/711:39 amLEX - LAX
2 stops9h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/3$294
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/209:20 pmLAX - LEX
1 stop13h 22mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/3010:22 pmLEX - LAX
1 stop11h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$312
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Wed 12/3110:55 pmLAX - LEX
1 stop8h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/410:13 pmLEX - LAX
1 stop7h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/3$314
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/229:20 pmLAX - LEX
1 stop21h 12mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/3010:22 pmLEX - LAX
1 stop21h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$321
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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.
Wed 12/2411:59 pmLAX - LEX
1 stop8h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/410:13 pmLEX - LAX
1 stop7h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/4$324
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/133:30 pmLAX - LEX
1 stop26h 27mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/212:32 pmLEX - LAX
1 stop29h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4$326
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:59 pmLAX - LEX
2 stops17h 23mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/3010:22 pmLEX - LAX
1 stop11h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$336

Find flight deals from Irvine to Lexington

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Irvine to Lexington flight deals. Data was last updated December 4, 2025.

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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$208
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$147
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$547
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine to Lexington 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 December 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Irvine to Lexington that are best for you.

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Lexington

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Return

Price

Los AngelesLexington

LAX - LEX

LAXLEX

Los Angeles

Thu 1/8

7:00 am-4:48 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Lexington Blue Grass

Thu 1/15

10:30 am-3:31 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$289

Los AngelesLexington

LAX - LEX

LAXLEX

Los Angeles

Fri 1/16

2:45 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 1/19

6:40 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop8h 11m

$289

Los AngelesLexington

LAX - LEX

LAXLEX

Los Angeles

Wed 5/6

9:50 pm-9:24 am

1 stop8h 34m

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 5/12

5:50 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$289

Los AngelesLexington

LAX - LEX

LAXLEX

Los Angeles

Wed 12/31

5:30 am-5:07 pm

1 stop8h 37m

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 1/7

7:26 am-2:46 pm

1 stop10h 20m

$289

Los AngelesLexington

LAX - LEX

LAXLEX

Los Angeles

Thu 1/22

11:12 am-8:42 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 1/26

5:35 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$289

Los AngelesLexington

LAX - LEX

LAXLEX

Los Angeles

Thu 12/25

5:59 pm-2:22 pm

2 stops17h 23m

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 12/30

10:22 pm-7:18 am

1 stop11h 56m

$336

Los AngelesLexington

LAX - LEX

LAXLEX

Los Angeles

Thu 1/15

12:33 am-8:40 pm

2 stops17h 07m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 1/18

2:07 pm-6:02 pm

2 stops30h 55m

$351

Los AngelesLexington

LAX - LEX

LAXLEX

Los Angeles

Sat 1/10

8:00 am-11:51 pm

2 stops12h 51m

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 1/12

2:17 pm-8:43 pm

1 stop9h 26m

$352

Los AngelesLexington

LAX - LEX

LAXLEX

Los Angeles

Wed 12/24

11:59 pm-11:33 am

1 stop8h 34m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 1/4

10:13 pm-2:46 am

1 stop7h 33m

$353

Los AngelesLexington

LAX - LEX

LAXLEX

Los Angeles

Thu 1/22

1:04 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 26m

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 1/26

2:00 pm-6:47 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$379

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Lexington

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Irvine to Lexington

How far ahead should I book a flight from Irvine to Lexington?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to Lexington. Price data was last updated on November 28, 2025.

Booking 73 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Irvine to Lexington. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Irvine to Lexington?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Lexington (average of $71). Flying from Irvine to Lexington in November is currently the most expensive (average of $183). 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 IR9 to LEX?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine to Lexington. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 4, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Irvine to Lexington is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 16% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Lexington

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lexington. 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 Lexington. Reviews last updated December 4, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Irvine to Lexington by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,066 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Lexington from Irvine?

    Located just 5.6 mi from the city center, Lexington Blue Grass is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Lexington from Irvine. Booking flights from Irvine to Blue Grass (LEX) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Irvine from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Irvine to Lexington?

    United Airlines and Delta can get you from Irvine to Lexington in just under 6h 06m. Your travel time can differ by up to 42m. The distance from Irvine to Lexington is about 1899 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Irvine to Lexington one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Irvine to Lexington are United Airlines ($158), Delta ($191), and American Airlines ($211).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Irvine to Lexington 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 Irvine to Lexington?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Lexington (average of $71). Flying from Irvine to Lexington in November is currently the most expensive (average of $183). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Irvine to Lexington

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Irvine to Lexington. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$288Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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