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$153+ Cheap flights from Lexington to San Francisco (LEX - SFO)

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 1/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LEX — SFO
Jan 9 — Jan 161
Fri 1/9
Fri 1/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Lexington Blue Grass to San Francisco are usually found in October or August, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Lexington to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lexington to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 10, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Sun 12/215:48 pmLEX - SFO
1 stop8h 07mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/1812:55 pmSFO - LEX
1 stop6h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$373
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Sun 12/217:10 amLEX - SFO
1 stop8h 42mDelta
Wed 12/315:50 amSFO - LEX
1 stop8h 17mDelta
Deal found 12/9$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 12/225:48 pmLEX - SFO
1 stop9h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/295:00 amSFO - LEX
1 stop9h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/7$403
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Sun 12/211:57 pmLEX - SFO
1 stop8h 19mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/315:00 amSFO - LEX
1 stop9h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/245:48 pmLEX - SFO
1 stop8h 07mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/285:00 amSFO - LEX
1 stop9h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$486
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Sun 12/218:04 amLEX - SFO
2 stops11h 09mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/3112:52 pmSFO - LEX
1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$494
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Sun 12/218:04 amLEX - SFO
2 stops11h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/186:42 amSFO - LEX
2 stops9h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/9$499
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/212:32 pmLEX - SFO
1 stop20h 16mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/316:00 amSFO - LEX
2 stops28h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8$521
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/127:00 amLEX - SFO
1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/146:00 amSFO - LEX
1 stop8h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/8$529
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 12/222:05 pmLEX - SFO
2 stops9h 04mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/2912:05 pmSFO - LEX
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/7$543

Find flight deals from Lexington to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lexington (LEX) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 December 10, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$283
(Delta)

One-way from

$153
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$496
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Lexington to San Francisco 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 December 10, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lexington to San Francisco that are best for you.

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LexingtonSan Francisco

LEX - SFO

LEXSFO

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 1/17

5:18 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop9h 07m

San Francisco

Mon 1/19

9:30 pm-9:42 am

1 stop9h 12m

$283

LexingtonSan Francisco

LEX - SFO

LEXSFO

Lexington Blue Grass

Thu 1/8

2:17 pm-7:49 pm

1 stop8h 32m

San Francisco

Sat 1/17

10:54 pm-9:56 am

1 stop8h 02m

$283

LexingtonSan Francisco

LEX - SFO

LEXSFO

Lexington Blue Grass

Thu 1/22

7:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop9h 50m

San Francisco

Thu 1/29

9:00 am-9:28 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$309

LexingtonSan Francisco

LEX - SFO

LEXSFO

Lexington Blue Grass

Thu 1/22

2:00 pm-7:09 pm

1 stop8h 09m

San Francisco

Sun 1/25

6:45 am-4:48 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$309

LexingtonSan Francisco

LEX - SFO

LEXSFO

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 1/31

8:35 am-2:07 pm

1 stop8h 32m

San Francisco

Wed 2/4

12:55 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$309

LexingtonSan Francisco

LEX - SFO

LEXSFO

Lexington Blue Grass

Thu 1/22

4:38 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop9h 47m

San Francisco

Thu 1/29

5:45 am-4:55 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$309

LexingtonSan Francisco

LEX - SFO

LEXSFO

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 1/31

6:00 am-3:05 pm

2 stops12h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 2/4

11:48 am-10:10 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$314

LexingtonSan Francisco

LEX - SFO

LEXSFO

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 2/17

7:10 am-1:31 pm

1 stop9h 21m

San Francisco

Sat 2/21

9:15 am-9:57 pm

2 stops9h 42m

$314

LexingtonSan Francisco

LEX - SFO

LEXSFO

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 1/17

7:36 am-4:34 pm

2 stops11h 58m

San Francisco

Mon 1/19

11:36 pm-12:16 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$314

LexingtonSan Francisco

LEX - SFO

LEXSFO

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 1/16

9:30 pm-1:24 pm

2 stops18h 54m

$153

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Compare providers for flights from Lexington to San Francisco

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 Lexington to San Francisco in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
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 Lexington-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Lexington-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Lexington-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Lexington-San Francisco 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 Lexington-San Francisco 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 Lexington to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Lexington with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Lexington to San Francisco

How far ahead should I book a flight from Lexington to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Lexington to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Lexington to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 46 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 Lexington to San Francisco?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lexington to San Francisco (average of $114). Flying from Lexington to San Francisco in November is currently the most expensive (average of $218). 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 LEX to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Lexington to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 10, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Lexington to San Francisco in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 27% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated December 10, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Lexington to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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
9,092 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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
11,048 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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 Lexington to San Francisco. 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 Lexington to San Francisco?

    A quick flight from Lexington to San Francisco can take about 8h 09m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $309. The distance from Lexington to San Francisco is about 2046 mi. 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 Lexington to San Francisco round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $308, was found to be the cheapest airline from Lexington to San Francisco.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Delta. American Airlines is 28% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Lexington to San Francisco one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $148. American Airlines flights start at $159 while deals on United Airlines start at $216 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Lexington to San Francisco?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Lexington to San Francisco 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 Lexington to San Francisco?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lexington to San Francisco (average of $114). Flying from Lexington to San Francisco in November is currently the most expensive (average of $218). 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 Lexington to San Francisco

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Lexington to San Francisco. 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 December 10, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$308Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$308Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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