Direct (nonstop) flights from Lexington to Philadelphia

1 airline flys nonstop from Lexington (LEX) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). It's 519 miles (835 km), about 1h 54m in the air. Operated by American Airlines.

LEX
Lexington
🇺🇸 Lexington, USA
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport
🇺🇸 Philadelphia, USA
Flight Time
1h 54m
Distance
519 mi
835 km
CO₂/pax
96 kg
−27 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
American Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by American Airlines American Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

American Airlines AA American Airlines
Route
LEX → PHL
Flight Time
1h 54m
Distance
519 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Lexington to Philadelphia with one stop · direct emits 96 kg CO₂ per passenger

LEX DCA (Washington) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 37m (413 mi) Leg 2: 1h 14m (119 mi) Total: ~2h 51m 🍃 123 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LEX → DCA
1h 37m · 413 mi
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Leg 2
DCA → PHL
1h 14m · 119 mi
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LEX DTW (Detroit) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 25m (295 mi) Leg 2: 1h 39m (453 mi) Total: ~3h 4m 🍃 164 kg CO₂ (+71% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LEX → DTW
1h 25m · 295 mi
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Leg 2
DTW → PHL
1h 39m · 453 mi
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LEX MYR (Myrtle Beach) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 25m (437 mi) Leg 2: 1h 47m (473 mi) Total: ~3h 12m 🍃 194 kg CO₂ (+102% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LEX → MYR
1h 25m · 437 mi
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Leg 2
MYR → PHL
1h 47m · 473 mi
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LEX CLT (Charlotte) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 38m (281 mi) Leg 2: 1h 46m (447 mi) Total: ~3h 24m 🍃 160 kg CO₂ (+67% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LEX → CLT
1h 38m · 281 mi
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Leg 2
CLT → PHL
1h 46m · 447 mi
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LEX ATL (Atlanta) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 33m (303 mi) Leg 2: 2h 1m (667 mi) Total: ~3h 34m 🍃 204 kg CO₂ (+113% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LEX → ATL
1h 33m · 303 mi
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Leg 2
ATL → PHL
2h 1m · 667 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lexington to Philadelphia?

A nonstop flight from Lexington (LEX) to Philadelphia (PHL) takes approximately 1 hours and 54 minutes. The distance is 519 miles (835 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lexington to Philadelphia?

Just American Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Lexington to Philadelphia?

Yes. 1 airline: American Airlines.

How far is Lexington from Philadelphia?

The flight distance from Lexington to Philadelphia is 519 miles (835 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Lexington to Philadelphia?

At 1h 54m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 96 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 480 km.

Is the return flight from Philadelphia to Lexington 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 Lexington to Philadelphia?

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 Lexington for this flight?

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