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$100+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 5/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — LEX
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$199
(Delta)

One-way from

$100
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$364

Good round-trip deal

$359 or less

Good one-way deal

$228 or less
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Lexington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Lexington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2811:19 amBWI - LEX
1 stop5h 57mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/32:07 pmLEX - BWI
1 stop7h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$214
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 6/56:44 amBWI - LEX
1 stop3h 42mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/88:18 pmLEX - BWI
1 stop3h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$229
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/288:26 amBWI - LEX
2 stops34h 23mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/312:19 pmLEX - BWI
2 stops29h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$249
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/76:00 amBWI - LEX
1 stop5h 18mDelta
Thu 5/155:55 pmLEX - BWI
1 stop6h 53mDelta
Deal found 4/29$254
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/63:13 pmIAD - LEX
2 stops30h 37mAllegiant Air
Sun 6/89:27 amLEX - IAD
2 stops28h 56mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/29$291
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 6/59:30 pmDCA - LEX
Nonstop1h 32mDelta
Sun 6/86:00 amLEX - DCA
Nonstop1h 34mDelta
Deal found 4/28$299
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 6/1112:55 pmIAD - LEX
3 stops20h 13mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/189:13 pmLEX - IAD
1 stop11h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$312
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 6/55:24 pmIAD - LEX
1 stop3h 31mDelta
Mon 6/98:18 pmLEX - IAD
1 stop4h 14mDelta
Deal found 4/28$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 6/51:08 pmIAD - LEX
1 stop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/85:00 amLEX - IAD
1 stop3h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$368
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.
Thu 6/195:10 amDCA - LEX
1 stop5h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/228:18 pmLEX - DCA
1 stop3h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$368
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/298:30 amIAD - LEX
2 stops12h 39mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/57:00 amLEX - IAD
1 stop7h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$474
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/131:00 pmDCA - LEX
1 stop4h 29mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/206:10 pmLEX - DCA
1 stop4h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$474

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 April 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Lexington that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.

Fly to

Lexington

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreLexington

BWI - LEX

BWILEX

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 5/28

11:19 am-5:16 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 6/3

2:07 pm-9:42 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$214

BaltimoreLexington

BWI - LEX

BWILEX

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 6/5

6:44 am-10:26 am

1 stop3h 42m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 6/8

8:18 pm-12:15 am

1 stop3h 57m

$229

BaltimoreLexington

BWI - LEX

BWILEX

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 5/28

8:26 am-6:49 pm

2 stops34h 23m

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 6/3

12:19 pm-5:48 pm

2 stops29h 29m

$249

BaltimoreLexington

BWI - LEX

BWILEX

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 5/7

6:00 am-11:18 am

1 stop5h 18m

Lexington Blue Grass

Thu 5/15

5:55 pm-12:48 am

1 stop6h 53m

$254

Washington, D.C.Lexington

IAD - LEX

IADLEX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 6/6

3:13 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops30h 37m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 6/8

9:27 am-2:23 pm

2 stops28h 56m

$291

Washington, D.C.Lexington

DCA - LEX

DCALEX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 6/5

9:30 pm-11:02 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 6/8

6:00 am-7:34 am

Nonstop1h 34m

$299

Washington, D.C.Lexington

IAD - LEX

IADLEX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 6/11

12:55 pm-9:08 am

3 stops20h 13m

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 6/18

9:13 pm-8:31 am

1 stop11h 18m

$312

Washington, D.C.Lexington

IAD - LEX

IADLEX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 6/5

5:24 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop3h 31m

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 6/9

8:18 pm-12:32 am

1 stop4h 14m

$319

Washington, D.C.Lexington

IAD - LEX

IADLEX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 6/5

1:08 pm-5:42 pm

1 stop4h 34m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 6/8

5:00 am-8:38 am

1 stop3h 38m

$368

Washington, D.C.Lexington

DCA - LEX

DCALEX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 6/19

5:10 am-10:26 am

1 stop5h 16m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 6/22

8:18 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop3h 39m

$368

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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 Washington, D.C. to Lexington in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 Washington, D.C.-Lexington flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Lexington flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Lexington flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Lexington flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C. to Lexington

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Lexington from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Lexington

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lexington?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Lexington. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lexington, you should look to book at least 48 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lexington?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lexington (average of $303). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 WAS to LEX?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 April 30, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Washington, D.C. to Lexington is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 23% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Lexington?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Lexington. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Lexington flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 April 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and Allegiant Air from Washington, D.C. to Lexington have to say. 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
7,936 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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
7,936 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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
7,936 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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
7,936 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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
7,936 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    Located just 5.6 mi from the city center, Lexington Blue Grass is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Lexington from Washington, D.C.. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Blue Grass (LEX) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Washington, D.C. from 2 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Lexington round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta ($199), American Airlines ($229), and Allegiant Air ($291) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. to Lexington. These flights start at 46% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Lexington one-way?

    $100 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Allegiant Air, with prices starting from $209 and $248, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Lexington?

    The most popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Lexington are Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Lexington Blue Grass, Baltimore/Washington - Lexington Blue Grass and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Lexington Blue Grass.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Lexington that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Lexington?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Lexington?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Lexington?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lexington (average of $303). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 2 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Lexington

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$220Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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