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$127+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Lexington (DSM - 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 6/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LEX
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Lexington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Lexington (LEX). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$249
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$127
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$323
From Des Moines to Lexington Blue Grass
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Lexington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Lexington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Thu 7/243:38 pmDSM - LEX
1 stop3h 43mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/275:44 pmLEX - DSM
1 stop6h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$249
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 7/88:00 amDSM - LEX
1 stop8h 58mAllegiant Air
Tue 7/88:53 pmLEX - DSM
1 stop17h 38mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/10$268
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 6/245:40 amDSM - LEX
1 stop5h 39mDelta
Sat 6/285:58 pmLEX - DSM
1 stop6h 05mDelta
Deal found 6/12$284
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 6/246:00 amDSM - LEX
2 stops7h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/287:37 pmLEX - DSM
1 stop5h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$289
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/247:54 pmDSM - LEX
1 stop17h 51mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/277:34 pmLEX - DSM
3 stops23h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$327

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines 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 June 12, 2025.
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Des MoinesLexington

DSM - LEX

DSMLEX

Des Moines

Thu 7/24

3:38 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop3h 43m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 7/27

5:44 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$249

Des MoinesLexington

DSM - LEX

DSMLEX

Des Moines

Tue 7/8

8:00 am-5:58 pm

1 stop8h 58m

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 7/8

8:53 pm-1:31 pm

1 stop17h 38m

$268

Des MoinesLexington

DSM - LEX

DSMLEX

Des Moines

Tue 6/24

5:40 am-12:19 pm

1 stop5h 39m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 6/28

5:58 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$284

Des MoinesLexington

DSM - LEX

DSMLEX

Des Moines

Tue 6/24

6:00 am-2:51 pm

2 stops7h 51m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 6/28

7:37 pm-12:06 am

1 stop5h 29m

$289

Des MoinesLexington

DSM - LEX

DSMLEX

Des Moines

Thu 7/24

7:54 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop17h 51m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 7/27

7:34 pm-6:06 pm

3 stops23h 32m

$327

Des MoinesLexington

DSM - LEX

DSMLEX

Des Moines

Sat 6/28

6:06 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop26h 48m

$127

Des MoinesLexington

DSM - LEX

DSMLEX

Des Moines

Sat 6/28

6:07 am-11:34 am

1 stop4h 27m

$234

Des MoinesLexington

DSM - LEX

DSMLEX

Des Moines

Sat 6/28

6:00 am-2:51 pm

2 stops7h 51m

$239

Des MoinesLexington

DSM - LEX

DSMLEX

Des Moines

Sat 6/28

1:13 pm-7:49 pm

3 stops29h 36m

$305

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Deals found on 6/11

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Lexington

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Lexington

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Lexington (average of $303). Flying from Des Moines to Lexington in April is currently the most expensive (average of $390). 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.

Rainfall in Lexington by month

Plan your trip to Lexington by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Lexington ranges from 2.9 - 5.3 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.3 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Lexington when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Lexington by month

Plan your trip to Lexington by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Lexington, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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!
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
725 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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 Des Moines to Lexington. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Lexington round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $249, was found to be the cheapest airline from Des Moines to Lexington.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Allegiant Air and Delta. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Lexington for 28% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $127 on Allegiant Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $234 and American Airlines from $239 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Lexington?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines 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 Des Moines to Lexington?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Lexington (average of $303). Flying from Des Moines to Lexington in April is currently the most expensive (average of $390). 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 Des Moines to Lexington

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$225Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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