Travelling from Chicago to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT): What you need to know
Lafayette (where Lafayette Regional Airport is located) and Chicago share the UTC-6 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.
To ensure you get on your flight from Chicago to LFT, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Going away during a peak time like July? Popular seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Lafayette Regional Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is about 16 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take you 25 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Chicago to LFT flight? Unwind in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
76% of all departures from Chicago Midway International Airport arrive according to schedule.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From central Chicago, RFD is around 145 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to reach the airport by car and 2 hours or so on public transport.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll be at your gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Chicago to Lafayette Regional Airport flight:
Flights that leave from RFD arrive at their destination within the scheduled time frame 71% of the time.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
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. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LFT instead:
You'll find LFT at 200 Terminal Drive.
Getting from Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) to central Lafayette
Central Lafayette is around 11 kilometres from Lafayette Regional Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport takes around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Lafayette Regional Airport is R 2,464. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 5,032. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Chicago to LFT. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT). November is the most popular month to visit Lafayette. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in January.
Before locking in your Chicago to LFT plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Lafayette, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Lafayette Regional Airport in January when temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
More about Lafayette
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Lafayette right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Lafayette Regional Airport:
Alexandre Mouton House and LARC's Acadian Village are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Lafayette travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Acadiana Centre for the Arts.
Explore more of the United States
New Orleans is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Lafayette. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Bourbon St, French Quarter and Cafe Du Monde.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in the United States, consider Jackson, about 290 kilometres northeast of Lafayette. Mississippi Civil Rights Museum, Mississippi Museum of Art and Russell C Davis Planetarium are among its highlights.
