LEX - Blue Grass Airport

Lexington KY, United States

IATA Code: LEX · Lexington KY, United States

The airport code LEX is the IATA identifier for Blue Grass Airport. You may also find it referred to as Lexington KY Airport (LEX).

Blue Grass Airport (LEX) serves Lexington KY, United States, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.

LEX is the IATA airport code for Blue Grass Airport, located in Lexington KY, United States. The airport is situated at coordinates 38.0365°N, 84.6059°W. The current jet fuel price in the North America region is $5.21/gallon as of 2026-05-16.

Current Jet Fuel Price (North America)

$5.21/gallon

⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%

Airport Information

IATA Code
LEX
City
Lexington KY
Country
United States
Timezone
America/New_York
Latitude
38.0365°
Longitude
-84.6059°
Type
airport
Fuel Region
North America

Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from LEX

Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.

Destination Distance Est. Fuel Cost Fuel Surcharge*
FFT - Frankfort 31 km $452 $1/passenger
LOU - Louisville 95 km $1,386 $3/passenger
SDF - Louisville 100 km $1,459 $3/passenger
SME - Somerset 109 km $1,590 $3/passenger
CVG - Cincinnati 113 km $1,648 $3/passenger
LOZ - London 116 km $1,692 $3/passenger
LUK - Cincinnati 120 km $1,751 $4/passenger
FTK - Fort Knox 121 km $1,765 $4/passenger
HAO - Hamilton 148 km $2,159 $4/passenger
GLW - Glasgow 163 km $2,378 $5/passenger
ILN - Wilmington 170 km $2,480 $5/passenger
MGY - Dayton 176 km $2,567 $5/passenger
CLU - Columbus 176 km $2,567 $5/passenger
PMH - Portsmouth 177 km $2,582 $5/passenger
HTS - Huntington 183 km $2,670 $5/passenger
PVL - Pikeville 187 km $2,728 $5/passenger
BWG - Bowling Green 200 km $2,918 $6/passenger
FFO - Dayton 205 km $2,991 $6/passenger
DAY - Dayton 210 km $3,063 $6/passenger
SGH - Springfield 211 km $3,078 $6/passenger
BMG - Bloomington 214 km $3,122 $6/passenger
OWB - Owensboro 227 km $3,311 $7/passenger
CSV - Crossville 236 km $3,443 $7/passenger
IND - Indianapolis 237 km $3,457 $7/passenger
ATO - Athens 244 km $3,559 $7/passenger
LCK - Columbus 245 km $3,574 $7/passenger
AID - ANDERSON 246 km $3,589 $7/passenger
TYS - Knoxville 253 km $3,691 $7/passenger
MIE - Muncie 255 km $3,720 $7/passenger
EVV - Evansville 256 km $3,735 $7/passenger
TRI - BRISTOL 261 km $3,807 $8/passenger
OSU - Columbus 263 km $3,837 $8/passenger
CMH - Columbus 264 km $3,851 $8/passenger
CRW - Charleston 266 km $3,880 $8/passenger
BNA - Nashville 281 km $4,099 $8/passenger
MQY - Smyrna 282 km $4,114 $8/passenger
MMI - Athens 293 km $4,274 $9/passenger
CKV - Clarksville 294 km $4,289 $9/passenger
HOP - Hopkinsville 297 km $4,333 $9/passenger
AOH - Lima 301 km $4,391 $9/passenger
OKK - Kokomo 304 km $4,435 $9/passenger
BKW - Beckley 307 km $4,479 $9/passenger
BLF - Bluefield 310 km $4,522 $9/passenger
PKB - PARKERSBURG 311 km $4,537 $9/passenger
HDI - Cleveland 314 km $4,581 $9/passenger
ZZV - Zanesville 316 km $4,610 $9/passenger
GUS - Peru 319 km $4,654 $9/passenger
FWA - Fort Wayne 331 km $4,829 $10/passenger
LAF - Lafayette 332 km $4,843 $10/passenger
UOS - Sewanee 335 km $4,887 $10/passenger

* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.

How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your LEX Flights

Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.

Currently, the North America region has jet fuel priced at $5.21/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.

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Climate & Weather at Lexington KY

Lexington KY experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.

Traveler Guide: Flying Through LEX

Traveling through Lexington KY in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the North America region directly influence ticket pricing. North and South American airports generally have well-established ground transportation networks, including ride-sharing services, shuttles, and rental car agencies. For international arrivals, customs and immigration processing times vary significantly by country.

🇺🇳 United States Travel Tips

Within the United States, TSA PreCheck and Global Entry can significantly reduce security wait times. Domestic flights require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or passport starting in 2025. Jet fuel prices in North America tend to be among the most competitive globally, though they remain sensitive to Gulf of Mexico refining capacity.

Planning Your Trip via LEX

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