Travelling from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Blue Grass Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Flights from CLT to LEX start from 00:29 — the first with American Airlines. The last service of the day is at 22:43 with American Airlines. In total, there are 55 weekly Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Blue Grass Airport flights.
Your CLT to LEX flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
American Airlines is your ticket to exploring Lexington (and maybe even some other exciting corners of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Blue Grass Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.
With a dependable 80.37% of services arriving as planned, American Airlines has the best on-time record for CLT to LEX flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Blue Grass Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between CLT and LEX include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Blue Grass Airport flight is $705. A return ticket is currently $804. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from CLT to LEX, reserve your journey six months before your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Blue Grass Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from CLT to LEX.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Blue Grass Airport.
Handy information about Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
CLT is located at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
When it comes to Charlotte Douglas International Airport's on-time performance, 77.67% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Charlotte Douglas International Airport from central Charlotte, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 4 hours 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Blue Grass Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near CLT:
Arriving at Blue Grass Airport (LEX)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Blue Grass Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LEX instead:
Pick up a Blue Grass Airport rental car and discover Lexington and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Avis are popular outlets you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest rate, book your vehicle from Blue Grass Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Prices typically go up closer to your departure date.
Getting from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to central Lexington
You'll find LEX at 4000 Terminal Drive, Suite 206.
Blue Grass Airport to central Lexington has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Blue Grass Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Lexington. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Lexington is July, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Blue Grass Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CLT to LEX in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC and 8ºC then.
Explore more of United States
You've done Lexington, now it's time to discover more of United States. Journey about 257 kilometres north-east to Columbus to check off its leading attractions. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Ohio Statehouse and German Village, your itinerary will be busy.
Indianapolis is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 241 kilometres north-west of Lexington. No trip is complete without a visit to The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.