Cheap Flights from Lexington (LEX) to Chicago (ORD)

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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to fly from Blue Grass Airport to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
A direct flight with United Airlines takes around 1 hour and 37 minutes. Lock in a seat on the 2:15PM flight from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) and touch down at ORD at 2:52PM. Pick up an awesome deal on this route when you book your ticket with Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from LEX to ORD last minute?
Booking your flight from LEX to O'Hare Airport at the last minute could save you cash if you're lucky to find a terrific deal. However, fares usually don't get cheaper as the date of departure nears. If you take a wait-and-see approach, flights could also be booked up or the best seats gone (that could mean the middle seat!). If you'd rather err on the side of caution, book well ahead of the date you want to leave. In fact, Expedia has some of the biggest deals up to a year in advance. If your preferred airline hasn't released its fares yet, check back regularly as offers are updated on Expedia constantly.
What airline has the least delays from LEX to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Book a seat with American Airlines from Blue Grass Airport to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) and land at the time that's on your boarding pass. This carrier has the best performance on this route, with 100% of on-time arrivals. If your flight happens to get delayed, the Expedia App is a good way to stay up to date. Our helpful app will give you immediate trip notifications, from flight delays to gate changes and more.
What airports do you fly into for Chicago from Lexington?
From Lexington, you can get to Chicago via O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) and Lewis University Airport (LOT). Find out which terminal is best for you before you make a decision. If you go with O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), it's approximately 26 kilometers northwest of the downtown area. Use the money you save when booking your seat with Expedia to visit the city's popular attractions, such as Wrigley Field and Millennium Park.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to O'Hare Airport?
For United Airlines flights jetting out from LEX to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), the most popular departure times are between 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM. If you'd like to avoid any holdups, head out in the morning. This gives you a better chance to avoid the heavy air traffic that builds up around airports in the afternoon.
Can I change the date of my flight from LEX to ORD?
We know life happens and plans change, so Expedia is here to help make things easy. To start, find your Blue Grass Airport to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) itinerary through the Expedia Trips portal and browse the fare rules to see if change fees apply. If you booked your plane ticket in the last 24 hours, some airlines will let you cancel for free and organize new flights. If you bought your ticket more than 24 hours ago, contact us via our Customer Service portal so we can help you further.

Travel information

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Origin airport
Blue Grass
Destination airport
O'Hare Intl.
Distance
517 km

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