Lexington to Dallas-Fort Worth (LEX–DFW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LEX–DFW is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Finnair and Qatar Airways lead the route. The flight covers 784 miles in approximately 2h 33m. Beyond nonstop, 25 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 36 | 319, E70, E75 | 2h33-3h56 | Oneworld | – | |
| AY Finnair | 7 | 319 | 2h39 | Oneworld | – | |
| QR Qatar Airways | 1 | 319 | 2h33 | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Dallas-Fort Worth from Lexington
| Metric | LEX→DFW | SDF→DFW | CVG→DFW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LEX | – | 62 mi | 70 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 6 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 44 | 111 | 110 |
| Flight time | 2h 33m | 1h 56m | 1h 45m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
LEX: EDT · DFW: MDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Lexington, it's 4:00 PM in Dallas-Fort Worth.
DART Orange Line runs to downtown Dallas (50 min, $3). TEXRail reaches downtown Fort Worth in 55 minutes ($2.50). Taxis and ride-shares cost $25–45 to either city center.Rental car facilities are at the south end. All terminals connect via the free Skylink train; this is an airside-only connection, so you must clear security first to use it.
Hot continental climate. Summers are intensely hot (35–40°C) with little rain. Winters are mild (3–12°C) but ice storms hit 2–3 times per year, causing major airport disruptions.
Spring (March–May) brings severe thunderstorms and tornado risk that regularly ground flights. Fall is the best travel window with moderate temperatures and low storm frequency.
LEX–DFW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LEX to DFW
Blue Grass Airport (LEX) and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Finnair and Qatar Airways. With 44 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LEX to DFW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LEX to DFW ranges from 2 hours 33 minutes to 3 hours 56 minutes. The route covers a distance of 784 miles (1,261 km). There are approximately 44 weekly flights outbound and 41 return, totaling 85 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
25 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via HOU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Louisville (SDF), Cincinnati / Covington (CVG) and Cincinnati (LUK).