Flying from Orlando to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT): What you need to know
The timezone in Lafayette is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Orlando. Lafayette Regional Airport is located in Lafayette.
To ensure you get on your flight from Orlando to LFT, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
With more travellers during busy periods like March, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Thanksgiving.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
MCO is around 19 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Orlando to Lafayette Regional Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels close to Orlando International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Orlando International Airport, 77% land on time at their destination.
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
You can arrive at SFB from the centre of Orlando in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Orlando to LFT flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Orlando Sanford International Airport:
69% of flights departing Orlando Sanford International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)
Have a late flight from Orlando to Lafayette Regional Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near LFT and be in snooze mode sooner:
The street address for LFT is 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. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Lafayette Regional Airport is RM1,067. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM1,226. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Orlando to LFT if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Cheap Orlando to Lafayette Regional Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Orlando to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Orlando to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT). November is the most popular month to visit Lafayette. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in January.
Before locking in your Orlando 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).
Look for cheap tickets from Orlando 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
After booking your flight from Orlando to Lafayette Regional Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Lafayette:
You'll find loads of awesome things to do in Lafayette when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Alexandre Mouton House followed by LARC's Acadian Village and Acadiana Centre for the Arts.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Lafayette, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel about 193 kilometres east to New Orleans to tick off its top sights. From Bourbon St to French Quarter and Cafe Du Monde, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in the United States, consider Jackson, roughly 290 kilometres northeast of Lafayette. Mississippi Civil Rights Museum, Mississippi Museum of Art and Russell C Davis Planetarium are highlights.
