Flying from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX): what you need to know
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're traveling during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Blue Grass Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that interests you. The most popular stopovers on the BHM - LEX route include:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)
C$364 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Blue Grass Airport. Return flights start at C$491. These fares can change based on demand.
It's usually best to book early if you want to find cheap flight tickets from BHM to LEX. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flight tickets from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Blue Grass Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from BHM to LEX. There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll tell you when there's a change in price.
Take advantage of filters to find the best trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Blue Grass Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
To get to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport from central Birmingham, it takes about 11 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city center.
After a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near BHM. Whether you have an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Blue Grass Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are just the thing:
Arriving at Blue Grass Airport (LEX)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Blue Grass Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LEX instead:
Getting from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to central Lexington
Blue Grass Airport to the center of Lexington takes around 18 minutes by car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
It takes around 1 hour and 10 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)
July is the busiest month for flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Blue Grass Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Lexington in February.
The warmest month in Lexington is July, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Blue Grass Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BHM to LEX in January. Temperatures average between -8ºC and 8ºC then.
More about Lexington
As soon as you've booked your flights from BHM to LEX, you'll need to find a hotel in Lexington. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
Keeneland Association Inc and Kentucky Horse Park are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Lexington to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out University of Kentucky Art Museum.
Complete your Lexington trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we're good at. After booking your cheap ticket to Blue Grass Airport, explore our great car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to travel around at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Lexington stay.
