Flying from Dallas to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT): What you need to know
Your trip gets off the ground at one of Dallas's main airports, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) or Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL). Check out your options for booking a flight from Dallas to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) taking off from either of these.
The average length of a direct Dallas to Lafayette Regional Airport flight is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Lafayette's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Dallas. Lafayette Regional Airport is located in Lafayette.
With 34 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) is the busiest route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 8:08am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from DFW to LFT is with American Airlines at 10:31pm.
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 catch your flight from Dallas to LFT.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Dallas to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) take off from this terminal.
American Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Dallas to Lafayette Regional Airport jetting out of DFW.
American Airlines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from DFW to LFT.
American Airlines is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route, with 82.25% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
Travelling from central Dallas to DFW takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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Of the flights that depart from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, 73.22% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find DFW at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
You can get to DAL from the centre of Dallas in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes to travel the 16 kilometres or so.
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When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Dallas Love Field Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76.03%.
DAL is located at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
About Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)
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LFT is located at 200 Terminal Drive.
Getting from Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) to central Lafayette
The centre of Lafayette is about 3 kilometres from Lafayette Regional Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research before you go.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)
361 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Dallas to Lafayette Regional Airport. A return flight starts at 387 €. These fares may change based on demand.
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The best time to fly from Dallas to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)
July is the busiest month for flights from Dallas to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT). Visit Lafayette in February if you prefer a quieter experience.
When booking your Dallas to LFT plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Lafayette, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Dallas to Lafayette Regional Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
More about Lafayette
Once you've booked your flight from Dallas to Lafayette Regional Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Lafayette:
There are so many things to do and see 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 feature on every Lafayette itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
New Orleans is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Lafayette. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Bourbon Street, French Quarter and Cafe Du Monde.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in the United States, head for Jackson, roughly 290 kilometres north-east of Lafayette. Mississippi Civil Rights Museum, Mississippi Museum of Art and The Art Garden at the Mississippi Museum of Art are key reasons to visit.