Lexington to Sarasota Flights

Lexington's Airport Information

Orbitz.com can help you find flights from Lexington, Kentucky, by searching many airlines at once to find bargain tickets. The Blue Grass Airport serves Lexington and the surrounding areas. It is located at the intersection of US 60 and Man o'War Boulevard, four miles west of the city center. Seven airlines, including Allegiant, Eagle and Delta, provide scheduled domestic flights.

Airport Parking Information

The Blue Grass Airport has both short-term and long-term parking available. Fees are $2.00 for the first hour and $1.00 for each additional hour, with a daily maximum of $14.00 in the short-term lot and $11.00 per day in the long-term lots. There is an economy lot with a daily maximum of $8.00 per day. Any car with handicap plates or placards will be charged $8.00 per day, regardless of lot. Detailing service is available while you are traveling. Payment can be made with Visa, MasterCard, American Express or cash.

Ground Transportation Information

If you would prefer not to leave your car at the airport, metered taxis are available to transport you. Fares are approximately $2.50 per mile, with an initial $2.50 charge. There is also a bus stop at the airport. There is an express bus route from Blue Grass Airport to the downtown Transit Center on Vine Street, Monday through Friday, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Let Orbitz.com help you plan your next trip. Not only can we find you great deals on an air ticket, we can find ground transportation too.

Blue Grass Airport Restaurants

There are several restaurant options available at the Blue Grass Airport. Market Fresh, Knob Creek Bourbon Lounge, The Taproom and Primo Cappuchino are all great places to grab a bite to eat while you are waiting for your flight. There are also several shops if you need to make any last minute purchases. Orbitz.com can help you find great deals on flights from Lexington.

Flights to Sarasota

The Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, located at 6000 Airport Circle, Sarasota, FL, serves the passengers of Delta, AirTran, jetBlue, US Airways and Air Canada airlines. By using the search features at Orbitz.com, travelers can find budget flights to Sarasota without hiring a travel planner. Downtown is just six miles south of the airport, while the city of Bradenton is ten miles to the north, making travel to and from the facilities fast and relatively inexpensive.

Going to and From Sarasota Bradenton International Airport

For those who want to drive during their stay, rental cars are available through Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National and Thrifty. Free shuttles may be available through your hotel or airline, although the public bus also offers affordable rides at just $1.50 per person. Taxis and other hired cars are available on an individual basis. The typical fare for traveling from the airport to downtown is $40.

The Weather in Sarasota

By and large, the seasons are good to travelers in Sarasota, though reading through the reviews at Orbitz.com may help people decide when to schedule certain events. The year-round temperature averages 72 degrees, but the temps can reach into the 90s during the summer months or dip into the chilly 40s or 50s during the coldest parts of the year. However, snow in Sarasota is an anomaly.

Sarasota Sights and Entertainment

Sarasota is a focal point for cultural arts and conservation in Florida. Each year the Sarasota Orchestra hosts a three-week music festival that draws people in from around the world. Students from Florida State University complete their master's training at the Asolo Conservatory there, and several theater, opera and ballet houses fill the city. The city is also home to the Mote Marine Laboratory and Sarasota Jungle Gardens, which attract nature lovers from across Florida and beyond. While Orbitz.com is crafty at finding the best flights to Sarasota, travelers can also use it to book accommodations and get discounts for the city's top attractions.