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$254+ Cheap flights from Wilmington to Lexington (ILM - 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 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — LEX
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Wilmington to Lexington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wilmington (ILM) 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

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$254
(American Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$704
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Cheapest flights from Wilmington to Lexington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wilmington to Lexington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

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.
Mon 5/126:20 pmILM - LEX
1 stop5h 38mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/196:03 pmLEX - ILM
1 stop4h 36mAmerican Airlines
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.
Sun 5/187:18 pmILM - LEX
2 stops25h 13mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/313:48 pmLEX - ILM
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$555
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.
Mon 5/265:10 pmILM - LEX
1 stop6h 36mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/297:00 amLEX - ILM
1 stop7h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$598

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wilmington to Lexington that are best for you.

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Wilmington

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WilmingtonLexington

ILM - LEX

ILMLEX

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 5/12

6:20 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 38m

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 5/19

6:03 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop4h 36m

$254

WilmingtonLexington

ILM - LEX

ILMLEX

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 5/18

7:18 pm-8:31 pm

2 stops25h 13m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 5/31

3:48 pm-6:18 pm

2 stops26h 30m

$555

WilmingtonLexington

ILM - LEX

ILMLEX

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 5/26

5:10 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Lexington Blue Grass

Thu 5/29

7:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$598

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Deals found on 4/29

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Wilmington 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 Wilmington 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 39% 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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Food

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

MYR - CLT

This flight was impacted by a nearly 4, yes 4 hour delay. They replaced a 777 with another one and it had to be cleaned and catered before we could depart. Great crew did it without complaint.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Food

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

MYR - CLT

This flight was impacted by a nearly 4, yes 4 hour delay. They replaced a 777 with another one and it had to be cleaned and catered before we could depart. Great crew did it without complaint.

Related info for your journey

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  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Wilmington to Lexington round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($254), offers the cheapest pricing from Wilmington to Lexington. Users have found that American Airlines is 33% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Lexington (average of $303). Flying from Wilmington 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 airline flying from Wilmington to Lexington

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Wilmington 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$248Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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