Travelling from Lafayette Airport (LFT) to Cancun Airport (CUN): what you need to know
The timezone in Cancun is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Lafayette.
Your LFT to CUN flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time such as November? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lafayette Airport to Cancun Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LFT and CUN:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lafayette Airport (LFT) to Cancun Airport (CUN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Lafayette Airport to Cancun Airport flight is RM1,237. A return ticket right now is RM2,119. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from LFT to CUN. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Lafayette Airport to Cancun Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Landing cheap flights from LFT to CUN is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Lafayette Airport to Cancun Airport.
Handy information about Lafayette Airport (LFT)
LFT's address is 200 Terminal Drive.
80% of flights leaving Lafayette Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of LFT.
Lafayette Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Lafayette. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Lafayette Airport to Cancun Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LFT:
Arriving at Cancun Airport (CUN)
If you have a late Lafayette Airport to Cancun Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near CUN:
Grab a Cancun Airport rental car and explore Cancun and beyond with your own set of wheels. MEX, America and Europcar are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Cancun Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Cancun Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
From Cancun Airport, Cancun is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Cancun Airport (CUN)
April is the busiest month for flights from Lafayette Airport to Cancun Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Cancun in March.
When reserving your flight from Lafayette Airport to Cancun Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Cancun, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LFT to CUN sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Merida is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've seen Cancun. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Chichen Itza, cenotes y pueblos magicos, Chichen-itza Park and Nva. Chichen Itza Park.
Around 418 kilometres west of Cancun, Campeche is another favourite stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out Zona Arquelogica Edzna, Old City Wall and Plaza de la Independencia.
