What airlines fly to Lexington?

United Airlines, Delta and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Lexington from Des Moines according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 65% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Lexington. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Lexington on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Des Moines to Lexington Blue Grass?

American Airlines and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Des Moines to Lexington Blue Grass

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Lexington Blue Grass Airport?

Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Lexington Blue Grass Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Lexington Blue Grass Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Des Moines Airport to Lexington Blue Grass Airport is 2 as of November 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Lexington Blue Grass Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Des Moines Airport to Lexington Blue Grass Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Lexington Blue Grass Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Lexington Blue Grass Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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2:02 pm - 10:44 pmDSM Des Moines-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

7h 42m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

7:11 am - 1:11 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-DSM Des Moines

7h 00m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$339American Airlines

Wed, Apr 7 - Wed, Apr 14

6:00 am - 2:29 pmDSM Des Moines-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

7h 29m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas

4:27 pm - 7:33 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-DSM Des Moines

4h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$344American Airlines

Wed, Apr 7 - Wed, Apr 14

8:00 am - 10:14 amDSM Des Moines-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

25h 14m1 stop Sarasota Bradenton Intl

4:05 pm - 10:22 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-DSM Des Moines

7h 17m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl

$349Allegiant Air

Thu, Dec 17 - Thu, Dec 24

6:45 pm - 11:54 pmDSM Des Moines-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

4h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:25 am - 10:32 amLEX Lexington Blue Grass-DSM Des Moines

6h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$369United Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 21

4:17 pm - 11:58 pmDSM Des Moines-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

6h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:05 am - 10:44 amLEX Lexington Blue Grass-DSM Des Moines

4h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$369Delta

Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18

6:52 pm - 11:58 pmDSM Des Moines-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

4h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:59 pm - 10:35 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-DSM Des Moines

5h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$369Delta

Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17

11:28 am - 5:27 pmDSM Des Moines-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

4h 59m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

10:33 am - 6:56 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-DSM Des Moines

9h 23m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl

$374American Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17

3:10 pm - 8:37 pmDSM Des Moines-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

4h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:40 am - 12:17 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-DSM Des Moines

4h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$439United Airlines

Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3

5:30 am - 11:49 amDSM Des Moines-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

5h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

10:33 am - 4:49 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-DSM Des Moines

7h 16m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$449Delta

Tue, Nov 24 - Sun, Nov 29

6:45 pm - 11:54 pmDSM Des Moines-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

4h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:25 am - 10:30 amLEX Lexington Blue Grass-DSM Des Moines

6h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$532United Airlines

Fri, Nov 20 - Sat, Nov 28

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United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Lexington

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Jan 30

DSM3:10 pmDes Moines

4h 27m

1 stop

LEX8:37 pmLexington Blue Grass

Feb 3

LEX8:40 amLexington Blue Grass

4h 37m

1 stop

DSM12:17 pmDes Moines

$439

United Airlines

Nov 20

DSM6:45 pmDes Moines

4h 09m

1 stop

LEX11:54 pmLexington Blue Grass

Nov 28

LEX6:15 pmLexington Blue Grass

4h 35m

1 stop

DSM9:50 pmDes Moines

$509

United Airlines

Nov 20

DSM6:45 pmDes Moines

4h 09m

1 stop

LEX11:54 pmLexington Blue Grass

Nov 28

LEX5:25 amLexington Blue Grass

6h 05m

1 stop

DSM10:30 amDes Moines

$532

American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Lexington

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American Airlines

Apr 7

DSM2:02 pmDes Moines

7h 42m

1 stop

LEX10:44 pmLexington Blue Grass

Apr 14

LEX7:11 amLexington Blue Grass

7h 00m

1 stop

DSM1:11 pmDes Moines

$339

American Airlines

Apr 7

DSM6:00 amDes Moines

7h 29m

2 stops

LEX2:29 pmLexington Blue Grass

Apr 14

LEX4:27 pmLexington Blue Grass

4h 06m

1 stop

DSM7:33 pmDes Moines

$344

American Airlines

Nov 14

DSM1:58 pmDes Moines

8h 14m

2 stops

LEX11:12 pmLexington Blue Grass

Nov 18

LEX5:14 amLexington Blue Grass

4h 32m

1 stop

DSM8:46 amDes Moines

$374

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Wed 4/7

2:02 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop7h 42m

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Wed 4/14

7:11 am-1:11 pm

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Wed 4/14

4:27 pm-7:33 pm

1 stop4h 06m

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DSM Des Moines - LEX Lexington Blue Grass

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Thu 12/17

8:00 am-10:14 am

1 stop25h 14m

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Thu 12/24

4:05 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$349

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6:45 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop4h 09m

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Sat 11/21

5:25 am-10:32 am

1 stop6h 07m

$369

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DSM Des Moines - LEX Lexington Blue Grass

DSMLEX

Des Moines

Sat 11/14

4:17 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 41m

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 11/18

7:05 am-10:44 am

1 stop4h 39m

$369

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DSM Des Moines - LEX Lexington Blue Grass

DSMLEX

Des Moines

Fri 11/13

6:52 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop4h 06m

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 11/17

5:59 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$369

Des MoinesLexington

DSM Des Moines - LEX Lexington Blue Grass

DSMLEX

Des Moines

Fri 11/13

11:28 am-5:27 pm

1 stop4h 59m

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 11/17

10:33 am-6:56 pm

2 stops9h 23m

$374

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DSM Des Moines - LEX Lexington Blue Grass

DSMLEX

Des Moines

Sat 1/30

3:10 pm-8:37 pm

1 stop4h 27m

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 2/3

8:40 am-12:17 pm

1 stop4h 37m

$439

Des MoinesLexington

DSM Des Moines - LEX Lexington Blue Grass

DSMLEX

Des Moines

Tue 11/24

5:30 am-11:49 am

1 stop5h 19m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 11/29

10:33 am-4:49 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$449

Des MoinesLexington

DSM Des Moines - LEX Lexington Blue Grass

DSMLEX

Des Moines

Fri 11/20

6:45 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop4h 09m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 11/28

5:25 am-10:30 am

1 stop6h 05m

$532

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Des Moines and Lexington?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $352 to $453.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $339.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Lexington?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Lexington. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $0. If you are unable to visit Lexington during the month of January, then departing from Des Moines during the month July is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $363.

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Best Price Found	$170
Fastest flight time	4h 09m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Lexington from Des Moines in the past 72 hours is $170. The best round-trip flight deal from Des Moines to Lexington found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $339.

The fastest flight from Des Moines to Lexington takes 4h 09m

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How far is Des Moines to Lexington Blue Grass by plane?
Des Moines and Lexington Blue Grass are 542.1 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 4h 09m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Lexington Blue Grass Airport?
Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Lexington Blue Grass Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Lexington Blue Grass Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Des Moines Airport to Lexington Blue Grass Airport is 2 as of November 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Lexington Blue Grass Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Des Moines Airport to Lexington Blue Grass Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Lexington Blue Grass Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Lexington Blue Grass Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Des Moines to Lexington?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Des Moines and Lexington, the leading airline is United Airlines, making up 76% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Delta with 24%.

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Delta	PriceFrom $308	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,696 reviews		Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $334	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,460 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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