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$190+ Cheap flights from Iowa 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 5/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LEX
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Lexington

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Lexington flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$229
(Delta)

One-way from

$190
(United Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$415
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Lexington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Lexington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/55:30 amCID - LEX
1 stop5h 49mDelta
Mon 6/95:58 pmLEX - CID
1 stop5h 55mDelta
Deal found 4/30$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/185:00 pmMLI - LEX
1 stop5h 55mDelta
Tue 10/216:29 pmLEX - MLI
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Deal found 5/1$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 7/26:30 amOMA - LEX
1 stop3h 49mDelta
Sun 7/68:18 pmLEX - OMA
1 stop5h 07mDelta
Deal found 4/30$233
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/56:00 amCID - LEX
1 stop4h 26mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/96:12 pmLEX - CID
2 stops6h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$234
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/225:32 amDSM - LEX
1 stop3h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/256:12 pmLEX - DSM
1 stop6h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 7/25:09 pmOMA - LEX
1 stop6h 36mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/66:06 pmLEX - OMA
1 stop7h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/166:43 pmOMA - LEX
1 stop4h 03mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/207:03 amLEX - OMA
1 stop6h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/136:45 pmDSM - LEX
1 stop4h 01mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/207:00 amLEX - DSM
1 stop4h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$267
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/165:31 pmMLI - LEX
1 stop5h 26mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/227:00 amLEX - MLI
1 stop4h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/186:00 amMLI - LEX
2 stops7h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/216:23 pmLEX - MLI
1 stop4h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$294
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/153:48 pmDSM - LEX
1 stop15h 30mAllegiant Air
Sun 6/228:39 pmLEX - DSM
1 stop18h 16mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/1$298
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/156:32 pmDSM - LEX
2 stops18h 36mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/229:58 amLEX - DSM
3 stops28h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$429

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Lexington that are best for you.

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Iowa

Fly to

Lexington

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cedar RapidsLexington

CID - LEX

CIDLEX

Cedar Rapids

Thu 6/5

5:30 am-12:19 pm

1 stop5h 49m

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 6/9

5:58 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$229

MolineLexington

MLI - LEX

MLILEX

Moline Quad-City

Sat 10/18

5:00 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 10/21

6:29 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 01m

$229

OmahaLexington

OMA - LEX

OMALEX

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 7/2

6:30 am-11:19 am

1 stop3h 49m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 7/6

8:18 pm-12:25 am

1 stop5h 07m

$233

Cedar RapidsLexington

CID - LEX

CIDLEX

Cedar Rapids

Thu 6/5

6:00 am-11:26 am

1 stop4h 26m

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 6/9

6:12 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops6h 03m

$234

Des MoinesLexington

DSM - LEX

DSMLEX

Des Moines

Thu 5/22

5:32 am-10:30 am

1 stop3h 58m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 5/25

6:12 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$249

OmahaLexington

OMA - LEX

OMALEX

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 7/2

5:09 pm-12:45 am

1 stop6h 36m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 7/6

6:06 pm-12:34 am

1 stop7h 28m

$254

OmahaLexington

OMA - LEX

OMALEX

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 5/16

6:43 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop4h 03m

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 5/20

7:03 am-12:22 pm

1 stop6h 19m

$259

Des MoinesLexington

DSM - LEX

DSMLEX

Des Moines

Fri 6/13

6:45 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop4h 01m

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 6/20

7:00 am-10:20 am

1 stop4h 20m

$267

MolineLexington

MLI - LEX

MLILEX

Moline Quad-City

Thu 10/16

5:31 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop5h 26m

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 10/22

7:00 am-10:10 am

1 stop4h 10m

$289

MolineLexington

MLI - LEX

MLILEX

Moline Quad-City

Sat 10/18

6:00 am-2:21 pm

2 stops7h 21m

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 10/21

6:23 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$294

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Lexington

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Lexington (average of $303). Flying from Iowa to Lexington in May is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 May 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines and Allegiant Air from Iowa to Lexington. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Lexington from Iowa, you will be flying to Blue Grass, which is the city’s only airport. Lexington Blue Grass (LEX) is located 5.6 mi from the center of Lexington.

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

    Most travelers choose Omaha Eppley Airfield - Lexington Blue Grass, Cedar Rapids - Lexington Blue Grass or Des Moines - Lexington Blue Grass when deciding on the best route from Iowa to Lexington.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Lexington (average of $303). Flying from Iowa to Lexington in May is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 Iowa to Lexington

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Iowa 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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