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$86+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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 4/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — LEX
Apr 21 — Apr 281
Tue 4/21
Tue 4/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Lexington

Cheapest flights from Illinois to Lexington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Lexington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 22, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 4/248:46 pm
ORD
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LEX
1 stop17h 11m
American Airlines
Sat 4/254:27 pm
LEX
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ORD
Nonstop1h 51m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/18$247
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 5/278:06 am
ORD
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LEX
Nonstop1h 36m
American Airlines
Mon 6/16:53 pm
LEX
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ORD
Nonstop1h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/20$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 5/21:27 pm
ORD
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LEX
1 stop18h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/79:51 am
LEX
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ORD
1 stop14h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20$258
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/12:33 pm
ORD
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LEX
Nonstop1h 37m
United Airlines
Wed 4/86:01 pm
LEX
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ORD
Nonstop1h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/17$264
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 5/25:40 am
MDW
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LEX
1 stop6h 58m
Delta
Thu 5/78:04 am
LEX
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MDW
1 stop5h 38m
Delta
Deal found 3/20$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 5/279:49 am
ORD
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LEX
1 stop6h 24m
Delta
Mon 6/18:20 pm
LEX
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ORD
1 stop4h 39m
Delta
Deal found 3/20$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 5/58:00 am
ORD
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LEX
Nonstop1h 31m
American Airlines
Tue 5/126:00 am
LEX
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ORD
1 stop5h 11m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/21$270
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Fri 4/179:06 pm
ORD
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LEX
Nonstop1h 32m
American Airlines
Mon 4/274:15 pm
LEX
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ORD
1 stop8h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/17$274
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/54:32 pm
ORD
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LEX
Nonstop1h 37m
United Airlines
Sun 6/77:44 pm
LEX
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ORD
Nonstop1h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/17$277
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 8/285:20 am
ORD
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LEX
1 stop4h 06m
American Airlines
Sun 8/306:20 am
LEX
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ORD
Nonstop1h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/20$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 4/86:00 am
MDW
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LEX
1 stop6h 39m
Delta
Wed 4/157:40 am
LEX
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MDW
1 stop6h 03m
Delta
Deal found 3/19$284
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 4/185:00 am
ORD
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LEX
1 stop5h 08m
American Airlines
Sun 4/196:00 am
LEX
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ORD
1 stop5h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/22$284

Find flight deals from Illinois to Lexington

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Lexington flight deals. Data was last updated March 22, 2026.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$247
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$86
(Kiwi.com)

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February

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May

Average price

$391

Good round-trip deal

$278 or less

Good one-way deal

$217 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 March 22, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Lexington that are best for you.

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ChicagoLexington

ORD - LEX

ORDLEX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/21

9:30 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 4/28

10:15 am-11:02 am

Nonstop1h 47m

$249

ChicagoLexington

ORD - LEX

ORDLEX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/17

7:55 pm-10:29 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 4/27

9:00 pm-9:47 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

$249
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoLexington

ORD - LEX

ORDLEX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/16

6:55 am-9:20 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 4/18

7:00 am-7:49 am

Nonstop1h 49m

$249

ChicagoLexington

ORD - LEX

ORDLEX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/20

5:51 pm-8:28 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Lexington Blue Grass

Thu 7/2

7:44 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$249

ChicagoLexington

ORD - LEX

ORDLEX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/19

7:49 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 6/21

9:00 am-9:45 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$249

ChicagoLexington

ORD - LEX

ORDLEX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/18

4:32 pm-7:09 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 7/21

5:15 am-6:05 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$249

ChicagoLexington

ORD - LEX

ORDLEX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/1

2:33 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 4/8

6:01 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

$264

ChicagoLexington

ORD - LEX

ORDLEX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/18

5:04 pm-10:02 pm

1 stop3h 58m

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 4/22

12:44 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$269

ChicagoLexington

ORD - LEX

ORDLEX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/5

4:32 pm-7:09 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 6/7

7:44 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$277

ChicagoLexington

MDW - LEX

MDWLEX

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/8

6:00 am-1:39 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 4/15

7:40 am-12:43 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$284

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Lexington

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

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Lexington (average of $98). Flying from Illinois to Lexington in July is currently the most expensive (average of $189). 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 IL to LEX?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 March 22, 2026.

When flying from Illinois to Lexington, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 30% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Illinois to Lexington?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Illinois to Lexington. Price data was last updated on March 14, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois to Lexington flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Lexington

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Lexington. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 22, 2026.

The most flights from USIL to LEX are scheduled on a Monday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Illinois to Lexington?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois 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 Illinois?

    Lexington Blue Grass (LEX) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Illinois to Lexington. It is only a 5.6 mi journey from Blue Grass (LEX) to Lexington’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Lexington?

    Airlines like United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Illinois to Lexington in about 1h 29m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 47m. The distance between Illinois and Lexington is about 323 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Lexington?

    The most popular flight routes from Illinois to Lexington are Chicago O'Hare Intl - Lexington Blue Grass, Chicago Midway - Lexington Blue Grass and Lambert-St Louis - Lexington Blue Grass.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Illinois to Lexington are Royal Jordanian (84%), Aer Lingus (69%) and British Airways (67%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Lexington?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $189. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Lexington Blue Grass) can be booked for $249 on average, our data indicates $364 when flying from Illinois to Lexington.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Lexington (average of $98). Flying from Illinois to Lexington in July is currently the most expensive (average of $189). 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 2 airlines flying from Illinois to Lexington

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 March 22, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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