Travelling from Atlanta to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT): What you need to know
Atlanta's main airport is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Explore your departure options from this terminal when booking flights from Atlanta to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT).
1 hour 50 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Atlanta to Lafayette Regional Airport flight.
Lafayette Regional Airport is located in Lafayette. The city runs on the UTC-5 timezone and is one hour behind Atlanta.
The busiest route is from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT), with 27 direct weekly services. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from ATL to LFT is the 9:40am Delta Air Lines option. If a later start suits your schedule, the last departure is at 9:35pm with Delta Air Lines.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Atlanta to LFT.
In high season, allow for extended wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Atlanta to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) operate out of this terminal.
You can get away on a direct flight from Atlanta to Lafayette Regional Airport with Delta Air Lines. This well-known airline operates services from ATL.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between ATL and LFT is Delta Air Lines.
Delta Air Lines leads the way as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 86.21% of its services arriving on schedule.
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Atlanta, ATL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
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Of the flights that depart from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, 76.64% land on schedule at their destination.
ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
About Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Atlanta to Lafayette Regional Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near LFT instead:
The address for LFT is 200 Terminal Drive.
Getting from Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) to central Lafayette
Lafayette Regional Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from central Lafayette. How long it'll take to get there by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Lafayette Regional Airport is 259 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 416 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Atlanta to LFT. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Atlanta to Lafayette Regional Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Atlanta to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)
July is the most popular month for flights from Atlanta to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT). Plan your visit to Lafayette in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book an Atlanta to LFT plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Lafayette to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Atlanta to Lafayette Regional Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Lafayette
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Lafayette right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Atlanta to Lafayette Regional Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Acadian Village, Acadiana Centre for the Arts and Mouton Plantation c.1820 (SGNA) are leading attractions which should be on every Lafayette itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Lafayette, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Travel about 193 kilometres east to New Orleans to check off its leading attractions. From Bourbon Street to French Quarter and Cafe Du Monde, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Jackson is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 290 kilometres north-east of Lafayette. No journey is complete without experiencing Mississippi Civil Rights Museum, Mississippi Museum of Art and The Art Garden at the Mississippi Museum of Art.
