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$179+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Lexington (SMF - 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 5/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — LEX
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$289
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$179
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$388
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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 May 1, 2025.

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.
Wed 6/252:11 pmSMF - LEX
1 stop6h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/95:44 pmLEX - SMF
1 stop7h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$289
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.
Fri 6/1311:15 pmSMF - LEX
1 stop9h 19mDelta
Fri 7/2510:24 amLEX - SMF
2 stops12h 21mDelta
Deal found 5/1$302
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.
Fri 5/167:25 pmSMF - LEX
2 stops12h 05mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/193:37 pmLEX - SMF
2 stops9h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$349
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/257:44 pmSMF - LEX
3 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/93:07 pmLEX - SMF
3 stops30h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$532

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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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Lexington that are best for you.

Fly from

Sacramento

Fly to

Lexington

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoLexington

SMF - LEX

SMFLEX

Sacramento Intl

Wed 6/25

2:11 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 7/9

5:44 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$289

SacramentoLexington

SMF - LEX

SMFLEX

Sacramento Intl

Fri 6/13

11:15 pm-11:34 am

1 stop9h 19m

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 7/25

10:24 am-7:45 pm

2 stops12h 21m

$302

SacramentoLexington

SMF - LEX

SMFLEX

Sacramento Intl

Fri 5/16

7:25 pm-10:30 am

2 stops12h 05m

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 5/19

3:37 pm-10:26 pm

2 stops9h 49m

$349

SacramentoLexington

SMF - LEX

SMFLEX

Sacramento Intl

Wed 6/25

7:44 pm-8:19 pm

3 stops21h 35m

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 7/9

3:07 pm-6:43 pm

3 stops30h 36m

$532

SacramentoLexington

SMF - LEX

SMFLEX

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/15

10:41 am-8:17 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$179

SacramentoLexington

SMF - LEX

SMFLEX

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/24

6:19 am-5:42 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$249

SacramentoLexington

SMF - LEX

SMFLEX

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/4

2:11 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$294

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Deals found on 4/30

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 May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 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 Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Lexington flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >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 Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Lexington from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Lexington (average of $303). Flying from Sacramento 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SMF to LEX?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 May 1, 2025.

When flying from Sacramento 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 26% versus a flight in the morning.

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($289), Delta ($302), and American Airlines ($349) offers the cheapest pricing from Sacramento to Lexington. Users have found that United Airlines is 41% 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Lexington (average of $303). Flying from Sacramento 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 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$287Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$313Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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