Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your RDU to LEX flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Blue Grass Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between RDU and LEX:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)
ج.م. 4,202 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Blue Grass Airport flight. Return flights start from ج.م. 10,148. These prices can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from RDU to LEX, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Blue Grass Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from RDU to LEX.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Blue Grass Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
80.09% of flights departing from Raleigh-Durham International Airport land at their destination on schedule. With its reliable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of RDU.
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Durham. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near RDU. Whether you're catching an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Blue Grass Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Blue Grass Airport (LEX)
If you're coming in on a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Blue Grass Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near LEX:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Blue Grass Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Avis and explore beyond Lexington's main sights.
Reserve your vehicle from Blue Grass Airport at least a few weeks before your departure date to get the best possible rate. If you're going away during a busy period, it's a smart idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to central Lexington
LEX is located at 4000 Terminal Drive, Suite 206.
Blue Grass Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Lexington. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)
July is the most popular month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Blue Grass Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Lexington in February.
Before locking in your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Blue Grass Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Lexington, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from RDU to LEX in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -8ºC and 8ºC on average.
Explore more of United States
Lexington is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kilometres north-east of Lexington, a visit to Columbus will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
If you're looking to explore another side of United States, consider Indianapolis, about 241 kilometres north-west of Lexington. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are key highlights.
