Direct (nonstop) flights from Atlanta to Lexington

1 airline flys nonstop from Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Lexington (LEX). It's 303 miles (488 km), about 1h 14m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines.

ATL
Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport
🇺🇸 Atlanta, USA
LEX
Lexington
🇺🇸 Lexington, USA
Flight Time
1h 14m
Distance
303 mi
488 km
CO₂/pax
56 kg
−109 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Delta Air Lines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
ATL → LEX
Flight Time
1h 14m
Distance
303 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Atlanta to Lexington with one stop · direct emits 56 kg CO₂ per passenger

ATL MYR (Myrtle Beach) LEX
Leg 1: 1h 13m (318 mi) Leg 2: 1h 27m (437 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 165 kg CO₂ (+195% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → MYR
1h 13m · 318 mi
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Leg 2
MYR → LEX
1h 27m · 437 mi
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ATL CLT (Charlotte) LEX
Leg 1: 1h 13m (227 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (281 mi) Total: ~2h 43m 🍃 119 kg CO₂ (+113% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → CLT
1h 13m · 227 mi
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Leg 2
CLT → LEX
1h 30m · 281 mi
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ATL VPS (Fort Walton Beach) LEX
Leg 1: 1h 11m (249 mi) Leg 2: 1h 39m (531 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 169 kg CO₂ (+202% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → VPS
1h 11m · 249 mi
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Leg 2
VPS → LEX
1h 39m · 531 mi
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ATL DTW (Detroit) LEX
Leg 1: 1h 59m (593 mi) Leg 2: 1h 19m (295 mi) Total: ~3h 18m 🍃 190 kg CO₂ (+239% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → DTW
1h 59m · 593 mi
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Leg 2
DTW → LEX
1h 19m · 295 mi
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ATL DCA (Washington) LEX
Leg 1: 1h 46m (547 mi) Leg 2: 1h 37m (413 mi) Total: ~3h 23m 🍃 202 kg CO₂ (+261% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → DCA
1h 46m · 547 mi
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Leg 2
DCA → LEX
1h 37m · 413 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Atlanta to Lexington?

A nonstop flight from Atlanta (ATL) to Lexington (LEX) takes approximately 1 hours and 14 minutes. The distance is 303 miles (488 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Atlanta to Lexington?

Just Delta Air Lines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Atlanta to Lexington?

Yes. 1 airline: Delta Air Lines.

How far is Atlanta from Lexington?

The flight distance from Atlanta to Lexington is 303 miles (488 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Atlanta to Lexington?

At 1h 14m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Atlanta to Lexington?

Roughly 56 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 280 km.

Is the return flight from Lexington to Atlanta also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Atlanta to Lexington?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.