Travelling from Melbourne to Blue Grass Airport (LEX): What you need to know
Blue Grass Airport is located in Lexington. The city runs on the UTC-5 timezone and is 16 hours behind Melbourne.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to LEX. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like December. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Melbourne to LEX even cheaper with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to explore stopover cities along the route. Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is an option when leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Blue Grass Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
With public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in about 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Unwind before your Melbourne to LEX flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can roll out of bed and get to the airport with time to spare.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 80% of them touching down right on cue.
About Blue Grass Airport (LEX)
Book a hotel near LEX if you have a late flight from Melbourne to Blue Grass Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
You'll find LEX at 4000 Terminal Drive, Suite 206.
Getting from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to central Lexington
Blue Grass Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Lexington. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Blue Grass Airport is $1,221. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,797. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to LEX if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Cheap Melbourne to Blue Grass Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)
January is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Blue Grass Airport (LEX), while October is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Lexington based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Melbourne to LEX plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Lexington to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Blue Grass Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Lexington
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Blue Grass Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Lexington:
Kentucky Horse Park and Keeneland Association Inc are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Lexington must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at James E. Pepper Distillery.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Lexington, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Journey about 257 kilometres northeast to Columbus to check off its leading sights. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Easton Town Centre, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 241 kilometres northwest of Lexington, Indianapolis is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.