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$116+ Cheap flights from Detroit to Lexington (DTT - 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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — LEX
Feb 3 — Feb 101
Tue 2/3
Tue 2/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Lexington

Cheapest flights from Detroit to Lexington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Lexington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 4, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/53:24 pmDTW - LEX
Nonstop1h 26mDelta
Sun 2/87:26 amLEX - DTW
Nonstop1h 31mDelta
Deal found 1/4$199
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/135:45 amDTW - LEX
1 stop3h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sun 2/155:00 amLEX - DTW
1 stop5h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/2$219
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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.
Thu 2/56:17 pmDTW - LEX
1 stop4h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sun 2/87:17 pmLEX - DTW
1 stop4h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/4$220
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/218:25 amDTW - LEX
Nonstop1h 23mDelta
Mon 3/235:49 pmLEX - DTW
Nonstop1h 23mDelta
Deal found 1/2$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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.
Sat 1/108:30 amDTW - LEX
Nonstop1h 30mDelta
Tue 2/35:35 pmLEX - DTW
Nonstop1h 29mDelta
Deal found 1/3$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/39:00 amDTW - LEX
1 stop4h 25mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/710:30 amLEX - DTW
1 stop6h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/3$279
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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.
Wed 1/146:36 pmDTW - LEX
1 stop16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/111:51 amLEX - DTW
2 stops25h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3$294

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) 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 January 4, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$199
(Delta)

One-way from

$116
(Kiwi.com)

Good round-trip deal

$259 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 January 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Lexington that are best for you.

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Detroit

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Lexington

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitLexington

DTW - LEX

DTWLEX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/13

8:25 am-9:55 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 2/15

7:26 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 29m

$199

DetroitLexington

DTW - LEX

DTWLEX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/5

3:24 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 2/8

7:26 am-8:57 am

Nonstop1h 31m

$199

DetroitLexington

DTW - LEX

DTWLEX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/13

5:45 am-9:28 am

1 stop3h 43m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 2/15

5:00 am-10:54 am

1 stop5h 54m

$219

DetroitLexington

DTW - LEX

DTWLEX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/21

8:25 am-9:48 am

Nonstop1h 23m

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 3/23

5:49 pm-7:12 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

$249

DetroitLexington

DTW - LEX

DTWLEX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/14

3:28 pm-4:54 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 2/2

10:37 am-12:02 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$269

DetroitLexington

DTW - LEX

DTWLEX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/14

8:25 am-9:59 am

Nonstop1h 34m

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 2/3

7:26 am-8:57 am

Nonstop1h 31m

$269

DetroitLexington

DTW - LEX

DTWLEX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/16

8:26 am-9:56 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 2/2

10:37 am-12:02 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$269

DetroitLexington

DTW - LEX

DTWLEX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/15

3:28 pm-4:54 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 2/2

7:26 am-8:57 am

Nonstop1h 31m

$269

DetroitLexington

DTW - LEX

DTWLEX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/3

2:19 pm-8:31 pm

1 stop6h 12m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 2/7

8:35 am-1:11 pm

1 stop4h 36m

$279

DetroitLexington

DTW - LEX

DTWLEX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/4

10:10 am-8:33 am

2 stops22h 23m

$118

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Compare providers for flights from Detroit to Lexington

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to Lexington in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-Lexington flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Detroit-Lexington flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit-Lexington flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-Lexington flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Detroit-Lexington flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Lexington

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Lexington from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to Lexington

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Lexington (average of $75). Flying from Detroit to Lexington in January is currently the most expensive (average of $309). 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 DTT to LEX?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 January 4, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Detroit to Lexington as you normally would.

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 January 4, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta from Detroit to Lexington have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,020 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,020 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,020 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Lexington. 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 Detroit to Lexington?

    If you book a flight from Detroit to Lexington, you will be flying from All airports to Blue Grass. Flights to Lexington Blue Grass (LEX) from Detroit All airports (DTT) take 1h 17m for a nonstop flight. There are 2 flights from All airports to Lexington per day from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to Lexington?

    Airlines like Delta and American Airlines fly from Detroit to Lexington in about 1h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 13m. Detroit and Lexington are separated by a distance of 296 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Detroit to Lexington round-trip?

    Delta, at $199, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit to Lexington..

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit to Lexington?

    Consider Republic Airways (83%), Korean Air (80%) or Aeromexico (78%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit to Lexington.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to Lexington?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $259. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Lexington Blue Grass) can be booked for $199 on average, our data indicates $309 when flying from Detroit to Lexington.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Lexington (average of $75). Flying from Detroit to Lexington in January is currently the most expensive (average of $309). 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 airline flying from Detroit to Lexington

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Detroit 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 January 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$199Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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