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Kentucky's primary commercial airport serving the Bluegrass Region.
Opened
1945
Location
Lexington, United States
Blue Grass Airport (LEX/KLEX) is the principal commercial service airport serving Lexington, Kentucky, and the surrounding Bluegrass Region. Located approximately four miles west of downtown Lexington, the airport handles both commercial passenger traffic and general aviation operations.
The airport underwent a significant terminal modernization project completed in 2020, resulting in a new, expanded terminal with updated concourses and improved passenger amenities. It serves as an important gateway for the region's horse industry, University of Kentucky athletics, and broader central Kentucky economy.
Blue Grass Airport is operated by the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Airport Board and consistently ranks among the busier regional airports in the southeastern United States, offering nonstop service to numerous major hub cities.
Terminals
The airport operates a single terminal building with two concourses serving all commercial airline gates.
Getting to & from
Ground transportation options include rental cars, taxis, rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft, and hotel shuttles, with no direct public transit rail link to downtown Lexington.
Airlines here
Major airlines serving LEX include American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, and Allegiant Air, offering connections to hub cities nationwide.
Notable facts
- ›The airport's name references Kentucky's famous Bluegrass Region, known globally for thoroughbred horse breeding.
- ›A major terminal reconstruction project was completed around 2020, modernizing the facility significantly.
- ›The airport covers approximately 2,500 acres of land.
- ›Blue Grass Airport has two runways, with the primary runway (runway 4/22) stretching about 7,003 feet.
- ›The airport supports a robust general aviation community alongside commercial operations.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
