Travelling from Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS): what you need to know
Lafayette and Austin follow the same timezone, UTC-5.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your LFT to AUS flight.
Flying during a peak time such as June? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lafayette Regional Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. These are the top stopovers between LFT and AUS:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
345 € is the best price for a one-way Lafayette Regional Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flight. A return flight starts from 248 €. These fares may change depending on demand.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LFT to AUS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Lafayette Regional Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from LFT to AUS is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Lafayette Regional Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
Handy information about Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)
LFT is located at 200 Terminal Drive.
Lafayette Regional Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from LFT touch down on schedule 84.15% of the time.
Central Lafayette to Lafayette Regional Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near LFT. Whether you're taking an early flight from Lafayette Regional Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Book a hotel near AUS if you have a late Lafayette Regional Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Austin-Bergstrom International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Easirent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Austin and beyond.
Booking your ride from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to central Austin
The address for AUS is 3600 Presidential Blvd.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Austin. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It'll take around 3 hours 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Lafayette Regional Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Austin. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Lafayette Regional Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport for August if you want to visit Austin during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LFT to AUS in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
You've done Austin, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Travel around 241 kilometres east to Houston to tick off its leading sights. From The Houston Museum of Natural Science to The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another corner of United States, consider San Antonio, about 121 kilometres south-west of Austin. The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral are key reasons to visit.
