Flying from Phoenix to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT): What you need to know
Lafayette Regional Airport is located in Lafayette. The city follows the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour ahead of Phoenix.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Phoenix to LFT.
March is a peak travel month. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Fourth of July, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Located around 5 kilometres from the centre of Phoenix, PHX can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Phoenix to Lafayette Regional Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
80% of flights departing from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from PHX.
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
AZA is around 32 kilometres from central Phoenix. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Phoenix to LFT flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport:
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 82% of flights out of here arrive right on target.
You'll find AZA at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)
If you have a late flight from Phoenix to Lafayette Regional Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near LFT:
The street address for LFT is 200 Terminal Drive.
Getting from Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) to central Lafayette
Lafayette Regional Airport is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Lafayette. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Lafayette Regional Airport is RM1,227. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM1,503. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Phoenix to LFT. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Affordable Phoenix to Lafayette Regional Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)
November is the busiest month for flights from Phoenix to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT). Visit Lafayette in January for a more low-key escape.
Lock in a Phoenix to LFT plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Lafayette to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Phoenix to Lafayette Regional Airport in January when temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
More about Lafayette
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Lafayette right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Phoenix to Lafayette Regional Airport:
Your Lafayette visit should come with a side of sightseeing. Big-name attractions you won't want to miss include Alexandre Mouton House, 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 explore more of the United States. Journey about 193 kilometres east to New Orleans to tick off its leading sights. From Bourbon St to French Quarter and Cafe Du Monde, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 290 kilometres northeast of Lafayette, Jackson is another favourite stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Mississippi Civil Rights Museum, Mississippi Museum of Art and Russell C Davis Planetarium.
