Travelling from Chicago to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT): what you need to know
Begin planning your trip by checking out the departure points for your flight from Chicago to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT). Explore the options for leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), two of the city's main airports.
Lafayette's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Chicago. Lafayette Regional Airport is located in Lafayette.
Your flight from Chicago to LFT won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Hopping on a plane during a peak time like August? Popular seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
In search of a handy hotel close to O'Hare International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to Lafayette Regional Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is about 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes 21 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 46 minutes.
It's your vacation, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your flight from Chicago to LFT:
About Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Lafayette Regional Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LFT instead:
Getting from Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) to central Lafayette
Lafayette Regional Airport to central Lafayette takes about 8 minutes by car. It's approximately 5 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It takes roughly 53 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)
C$382 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Lafayette Regional Airport. Return flights start from C$454. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)
July is the busiest month for flights from Chicago to Lafayette Regional Airport. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Lafayette in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Lafayette is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 39ºC. Book your flights from Chicago to LFT in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 18ºC. Look for cheap flights from Chicago to Lafayette Regional Airport sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Lafayette
After booking your flight from Chicago to Lafayette Regional Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Lafayette:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Lafayette is to check out its leading attractions. Some highlights include Vermilionville Historic Village, Acadian Village and Cathedral of St John the Evangelist.
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