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Where to stay
Renting a car

Opelousas travel guide

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You're Going to Love Opelousas

With a population of 16,634, Opelousas is a must-see destination in Louisiana, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Opelousas deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Opelousas

Opelousas in May
Estimated hotel price
$105
1 night at 3-star hotel
Opelousas in May
Estimated hotel price
$105
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Opelousas in July, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 42.8 °F, with an average temperature of 51.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 6.5″. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in Opelousas, with an average rainfall of 4.2″.

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How to Get to Opelousas

Plane

Although Opelousas doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Lafayette Regional (LFT), which is located 23 miles from Opelousas. Lake Charles is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Copa Airlines, Emirates and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Opelousas departs from Houston and takes around 1h 09m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Opelousas.

Car

Another option to get to Opelousas is to pick up a car rental from New Orleans, which is about 127 miles from Opelousas. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Nola Rent A Car, among others, in New Orleans.

Plane

Although Opelousas doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Lafayette Regional (LFT), which is located 23 miles from Opelousas. Lake Charles is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Copa Airlines, Emirates and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Opelousas departs from Houston and takes around 1h 09m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Opelousas.

Car

Another option to get to Opelousas is to pick up a car rental from New Orleans, which is about 127 miles from Opelousas. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Nola Rent A Car, among others, in New Orleans.

Airports near Opelousas

LCHLake Charles
BTRBaton Rouge Ryan
LFTLafayette Regional

Airlines serving Opelousas

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (851 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,066 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,698 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,414 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (201 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,162 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (642 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,826 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (472 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Opelousas

Most booked hotels in Opelousas

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Opelousas
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 341 reviews)
$132+
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Evangeline Downs Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
3 stars
Excellent (8, 410 reviews)
$125+
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Hampton Inn Opelousas
2 stars
Good (7.6, 168 reviews)
$144+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Opelousas
2 stars
Good (7.4, 278 reviews)
$77+
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Motel 6 Opelousas La
2 stars
Good (6.4, 182 reviews)
$68+
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Studio 6 Opelousas, La
2 stars
Okay (4.7, 181 reviews)
$74+
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Renting a car in Opelousas

Renting a car in Opelousas costs $58 per day, on average, or $116 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 13% cheaper than airport locations in Opelousas.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Opelousas (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Opelousas is Premium (Land Rover Range Rover Sport or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Opelousas costs $58 per day, on average, or $116 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 13% cheaper than airport locations in Opelousas.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Opelousas (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Opelousas is Premium (Land Rover Range Rover Sport or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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