$101 Cheap flight deals from Raleigh (RDU) to Lexington (LEX)

Cheap Flights from Raleigh

Searching for cheap flights from Raleigh is simple with Orbitz.com. If travelers are working with a fixed budget, they can find affordable flights by checking the airfares of multiple airlines all at once. Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) offers direct flights to at least 40 domestic and international destinations on a daily basis. Airlines include American Airlines, Delta Airlines, jetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, United Airlines and a number of others. The airport is located approximately 15 miles from downtown Raleigh at 2400 West Terminal Blvd. in Morrisville, NC. Use the Orbitz.com trip planner feature to help you figure out the detail of your visit to this airport.

Airport Parking Information

RDU offers a number of parking options to travelers, including both hourly and daily parking. Hourly parking rates are $1 per hour, with a $24 daily maximum. The daily parking rate is $2 per hour with a $12 per day maximum. Travelers also have the option to use Park & Ride which is just $6 a day.

Airport Transportation Information

There are a variety of transportation options to choose from at this airport. Passengers can choose from taxi and limousine services, as well as shuttle buses and rental cars. There are also transportation connections with the local train and bus stations in the area. The Triangle Transit bus system operates from 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. and costs $2 per trip.

RDU Restaurant Options

There are numerous dining options available to RDU passengers. The airport has restaurants that include seafood, sandwiches, burgers, fries, pastries, salads and much more. Among the many dining options available in Terminal 2 is the Five Guys restaurant. Five Guys specializes in freshly made burgers and fries and is open from 5 a.m. until the last flight. Other dining options in this terminal include Brueger's Bagel, 42nd Street Oyster Bar and California Pizza Kitchen. AJ's Tavern in Terminal 1 is also open from 5 a.m. until the last flight. This restaurant has a variety of sandwiches, salads and drinks on its menu. Other Terminal 1 restaurants include Cinnabon, Carvel, Starbucks and Green Leaf's. Orbitz.com can help you plan your trip and find you the best cheap flights from Raleigh.

Flying into Lexington's Blue Grass Airport

Find discount flights to Lexington through Orbitz.com. Serviced by six airlines-AirTran, Allegiant, American Eagle, Delta, United and US Airways-it's easy to find affordable domestic or international flights into Blue Grass Airport. Located at 4000 Terminal Drive in Lexington, KY, the airport is four miles from downtown and within a short drive of most major attractions.

Ground Transportation to and From BGA

Many hotels provide free shuttle or bus service to and from the airport. Taxis can be found at the airport as well and cost approximately $2.50 per traveled mile. Increased charges apply to groups larger than four people. Orbitz.com can also be used to arrange for a rental car. The following five companies have hubs at the airport: Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz and National.

Weather in Lexington

Lexington has four seasons, but the autumn and spring are sunnier and warmer than further north in the United States. Winter temps range from 23º to 39º F, and there is often sparse snowfall in January and February. Rain spurts followed by sunny weather occur often in spring and summer.

Seeing Lexington's Sights

It wouldn't be Kentucky without several equine-themed attractions. With the help of Orbitz.com, you can find discounted prices to the city's top sights. Lexington's Kentucky Horse Park can be found just north of the city and hosts over 50 breeds of horses. An on-site museum tracks the evolution of the species as well as its evolving role in man's life. The Thoroughbred Center is also nearby, with tours and demonstrations available. Lexington has a number of important historical sites as well, such as the Mary Todd-Lincoln House and Waveland, a preserved plantation. There are plenty of opportunities for Orbitz.com to help you save on more than just flights to Lexington.