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$281+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Lexington (SMF - LEX)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — LEX
Aug 31 — Sep 71
Mon 8/31
Mon 9/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Lexington

Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Lexington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Lexington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 1, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Wed 9/212:57 pm
SMF
-
LEX
1 stop6h 41m
United Airlines
Wed 9/99:15 am
LEX
-
SMF
1 stop7h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/30$281
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 10/101:52 pm
SMF
-
LEX
1 stop6h 57m
American Airlines
Tue 10/137:51 pm
LEX
-
SMF
1 stop7h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/27$320
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/210:14 am
SMF
-
LEX
2 stops10h 41m
United Airlines
Sun 9/67:00 am
LEX
-
SMF
1 stop7h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/31$325
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/2810:14 pm
SMF
-
LEX
1 stop8h 55m
Delta
Fri 9/45:00 pm
LEX
-
SMF
1 stop8h 53m
Delta
Deal found 7/31$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sat 8/82:17 pm
SMF
-
LEX
1 stop6h 42m
United Airlines
Tue 8/116:15 pm
LEX
-
SMF
1 stop7h 33m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/30$371
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Sat 8/299:20 am
SMF
-
LEX
1 stop8h 08m
United Airlines
Tue 9/19:15 am
LEX
-
SMF
1 stop7h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/27$381

Find flight deals from Sacramento to Lexington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) 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 August 1, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$281
(United Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$467
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 August 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Lexington that are best for you.

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SacramentoLexington

SMF - LEX

SMFLEX

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/2

2:23 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 9/6

7:00 am-11:51 am

1 stop7h 51m

$320

SacramentoLexington

SMF - LEX

SMFLEX

Sacramento Intl

Fri 8/28

10:14 pm-10:09 am

1 stop8h 55m

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 9/4

5:00 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$359

SacramentoLexington

SMF - LEX

SMFLEX

Sacramento Intl

Sat 8/29

9:20 am-8:28 pm

1 stop8h 08m

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 9/1

9:15 am-1:17 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$381

SacramentoLexington

SMF - LEX

SMFLEX

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/10

11:59 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop9h 01m

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 10/13

5:29 am-12:15 pm

2 stops9h 46m

$411
Cheapest one-way

SacramentoLexington

SMF - LEX

SMFLEX

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/20

7:01 am-7:13 pm

1 stop9h 12m

$379

SacramentoLexington

SMF - LEX

SMFLEX

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/24

10:14 pm-9:24 am

1 stop8h 10m

$379

SacramentoLexington

SMF - LEX

SMFLEX

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/20

11:42 am-11:55 pm

2 stops9h 13m

$384

SacramentoLexington

SMF - LEX

SMFLEX

Sacramento Intl

Thu 9/3

2:23 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$389

SacramentoLexington

SMF - LEX

SMFLEX

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/26

12:08 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$418

SacramentoLexington

SMF - LEX

SMFLEX

Sacramento Intl

Thu 8/6

9:25 am-10:51 am

2 stops22h 26m

$514

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Deals found on 7/28

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Lexington in August.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 Sacramento-Lexington flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Lexington flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Lexington flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Lexington flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Sacramento-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 Sacramento to Lexington

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Lexington (average of $323). Flying from Sacramento to Lexington in January is currently the most expensive (average of $616). 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.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Sacramento to Lexington flights typically cost between $443 and $688 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $281 on United Airlines (Sep 2-Sep 9).

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 August 1, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Sacramento 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
7.8
Good
8,497 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Delta
7.8
Good
8,497 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,497 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,062 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,497 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,845 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,497 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to Lexington. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Lexington?

    A quick flight from Sacramento to Lexington can take about 6h 32m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $320. There are 1989 mi between Sacramento and Lexington. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($283), United Airlines ($306), and Delta ($317) offers the cheapest pricing from Sacramento to Lexington. Users have found that American Airlines is 40% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Lexington (average of $323). Flying from Sacramento to Lexington in January is currently the most expensive (average of $616). 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 Sacramento to Lexington

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 August 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$283Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$306Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$317Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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