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$124+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lexington (DTW - 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 11/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — LEX
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Lexington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$199
(Delta)

One-way from

$124
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$319
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Lexington Blue Grass
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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 September 17, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 11/128:30 amDTW - LEX
Nonstop1h 24mDelta
Sat 11/157:30 amLEX - DTW
Nonstop1h 32mDelta
Deal found 9/16$199
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 11/16:04 pmDTW - LEX
1 stop5h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/87:37 pmLEX - DTW
1 stop4h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/17$219
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 11/1212:45 pmDTW - LEX
1 stop20h 21mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/169:56 amLEX - DTW
1 stop29h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$221
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/148:10 pmDTW - LEX
Nonstop1h 17mDelta
Tue 10/217:45 amLEX - DTW
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Deal found 9/16$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/141:07 pmDTW - LEX
1 stop10h 14mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/217:10 pmLEX - DTW
1 stop4h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$247
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 11/219:25 pmDTW - LEX
Nonstop1h 22mDelta
Fri 11/287:30 amLEX - DTW
Nonstop1h 32mDelta
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 11/216:45 amDTW - LEX
1 stop3h 52mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/285:00 amLEX - DTW
1 stop4h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 11/122:10 pmDTW - LEX
2 stops7h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/155:00 amLEX - DTW
2 stops7h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$298
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 9/308:15 pmDTW - LEX
Nonstop1h 17mDelta
Sat 10/410:24 amLEX - DTW
Nonstop1h 18mDelta
Deal found 9/15$299

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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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lexington that are best for you.

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DetroitLexington

DTW - LEX

DTWLEX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/12

4:10 pm-5:32 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 11/16

10:34 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$199

DetroitLexington

DTW - LEX

DTWLEX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/1

8:25 am-9:45 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 11/8

7:45 am-9:10 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$199

DetroitLexington

DTW - LEX

DTWLEX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/12

8:30 am-9:54 am

Nonstop1h 24m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 11/15

7:30 am-9:02 am

Nonstop1h 32m

$199

DetroitLexington

DTW - LEX

DTWLEX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/12

6:45 am-10:33 am

1 stop3h 48m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 11/15

6:00 am-12:59 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$219

DetroitLexington

DTW - LEX

DTWLEX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/12

12:45 pm-9:06 am

1 stop20h 21m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 11/16

9:56 am-3:22 pm

1 stop29h 26m

$221

DetroitLexington

DTW - LEX

DTWLEX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/1

10:07 am-7:32 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 11/8

6:00 am-12:59 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$224

DetroitLexington

DTW - LEX

DTWLEX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/14

1:07 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop10h 14m

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 10/21

7:10 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop4h 17m

$247

DetroitLexington

DTW - LEX

DTWLEX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/21

9:25 pm-10:47 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 11/28

7:30 am-9:02 am

Nonstop1h 32m

$249

DetroitLexington

DTW - LEX

DTWLEX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/12

8:00 am-6:49 pm

2 stops34h 49m

$124

DetroitLexington

DTW - LEX

DTWLEX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/13

5:15 pm-10:28 am

2 stops17h 13m

$145

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Lexington

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lexington (average of $303). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTW 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 September 17, 2025.

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lexington, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 8% versus a flight in the morning.

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 September 17, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lexington. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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
7,961 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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 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?

    You will need to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Lexington Blue Grass if you want to fly from Detroit to Lexington. At least 1 airline has flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Blue Grass (LEX) on a regular basis. There are 10 flights to Lexington from the Detroit airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from DTW to LEX to be around 1h 17m.

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

    Departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lexington will take you 1h 22m. Airlines will cover a distance of 296 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, Delta ($199), offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lexington. Delta is priced at 46% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lexington are Endeavor Airlines (94%), Korean Air (89%) and Air France (85%).

  • 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lexington?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lexington (average of $303). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 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 September 17, 2025.
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