Blue Grass Airport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 14h 33m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Blue Grass Airport
Blue Grass Airport is a public airport in Fayette County, Kentucky, United States, 6 miles west of downtown Lexington. Located among horse farms and situated directly across from Keeneland Race Course, Blue Grass Airport is the primary airport serving central and eastern Kentucky. In 2025, LEX served 1,614,053 passengers, an all-time record for the facility, breaking the old record set in 2024. The 2025 passenger totals was 2.7 percent higher than in 2024. Four major airline carriers serve its passengers: Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and United Airlines.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KLEXLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 / 22 | 7,004 ft / 2,135 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 09 / 27 | 4,000 ft / 1,219 m | 75 ft | Concrete | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (6)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | LEXINGTON APP/DEP | 120.150 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 126.300 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 132.350 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| TWR | LEXINGTON TWR | 119.100 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (7)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Charts published by the FAA (public domain) and updated each 28-day cycle. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEXINGTON, BLUE GRASS AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 2200 ft MSL | 5000 ft MSL |
| LEXINGTON, BLUE GRASS AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 5000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| WKYT-TV (Lexington);WVLK-FM (Lexington) | 1,001 ft | 1,017 ft | — |
| WTVQ-TV (Lexington) | 994 ft | 1,014 ft | — |
| WLEX-TV (Lexington) | 669 ft | 951 ft | — |
| WLAP-FM (Lexington) | 669 ft | 942 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 531 ft | 1,056 ft | — |
| WKQQ-FM (Lexington) | 531 ft | 1,063 ft | — |
| Lexington Financial Center | 410 ft | 974 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 322 ft | 863 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Blue Grass Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Blue Grass Airport?
The ICAO code for Blue Grass Airport is KLEX, and its IATA code is LEX.
Where is Blue Grass Airport located?
Blue Grass Airport is medium airport located in Lexington, United States, at an elevation of 979 ft (298 m).
How many runways does Blue Grass Airport have?
Blue Grass Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 7,004 ft / 2,135 m.
Which airlines fly to Blue Grass Airport?
Airlines historically serving Blue Grass Airport include Air France, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Pinnacle Airlines, among 8 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Blue Grass Airport?
Historical data lists 13 nonstop destinations from Blue Grass Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Blue Grass Airport in?
Blue Grass Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Blue Grass Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Blue Grass Airport is approximately 5.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Blue Grass Airport?
The nearest airport to Blue Grass Airport is Lucas Field (79KY), about 9.8 nm to the s, followed by Forest Hill Airport - Silo Field and Buzzard's Roost Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Blue Grass Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.