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Cheapest round-trip
$319
Typical prices: $293-$428
American Airlines
Tue 10/2Sat 10/6
ATL - LCH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$274
Typical prices: $324-$396
American Airlines
Fri 10/12
ATL - LCH • 1 stop
When to travel
December
Cheapest • 21% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $351 (round-trip)
Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH)
Shortest trip • 5h 26m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Atlanta to Lake Charles (ATL-LCH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Atlanta to Lake Charles

Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6
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6:00 am - 10:19 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LCH Lake Charles
5h 19m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:06 pm - 11:52 pmLCH  Lake Charles-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
4h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$319American Airlines
Mon, Sep 28 - Sat, Oct 3
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4:16 pm - 10:44 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LCH Lake Charles
7h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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10:52 am - 7:21 pmLCH  Lake Charles-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
7h 29m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$334American Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Sat, Oct 3
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6:00 am - 10:19 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LCH Lake Charles
5h 19m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
10:52 am - 7:21 pmLCH  Lake Charles-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
7h 29m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$334American Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6
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6:00 am - 10:19 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LCH Lake Charles
5h 19m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:06 pm - 11:52 pmLCH  Lake Charles-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
4h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$354American Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
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5:29 pm - 10:44 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LCH Lake Charles
6h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
10:52 am - 7:21 pmLCH  Lake Charles-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
7h 29m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$369American Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
American Airlines Logo
10:20 am - 5:32 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LCH Lake Charles
8h 12m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
10:52 am - 7:21 pmLCH  Lake Charles-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
7h 29m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$374American Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
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10:20 am - 5:32 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LCH Lake Charles
8h 12m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:02 am - 3:44 pmLCH  Lake Charles-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
8h 42m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas
$379American Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
United Airlines Logo
3:57 pm - 9:40 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LCH Lake Charles
6h 43m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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6:00 pm - 11:06 pmLCH  Lake Charles-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
4h 06m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$399United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
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9:20 am - 1:55 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LCH Lake Charles
5h 35m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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6:00 pm - 11:06 pmLCH  Lake Charles-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
4h 06m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$399United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
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9:23 am - 9:40 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LCH Lake Charles
13h 17m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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6:00 pm - 11:06 pmLCH  Lake Charles-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
4h 06m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$404United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Atlanta to Lake Charles flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Atlanta to Lake Charles?

Round-trip flights from Atlanta to Lake Charles start at $319. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $293 to $428. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $319 on American Airlines.

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Key details for Atlanta to Lake Charles flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$274
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 38% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 17% lower on average.
Flight from Atlanta to Lake Charles

When to book flights from Atlanta to Lake Charles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Atlanta to Lake Charles based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Atlanta to Lake Charles flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Atlanta to Lake Charles?

    Flights from Atlanta to Lake Charles usually depart from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and arrive at Lake Charles (LCH).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Atlanta to Lake Charles?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Atlanta to Lake Charles.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Atlanta to Lake Charles pass through?

    Connecting flights from Atlanta to Lake Charles most commonly pass through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 71% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 29% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Atlanta to Lake Charles?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 51% on the Atlanta to Lake Charles route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $293 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $596, a difference of $303. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Atlanta to Lake Charles?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Atlanta to Lake Charles. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 03m and 5h 26m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Atlanta to Lake Charles?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Atlanta to Lake Charles changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $319 to $879. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Atlanta to Lake Charles looking right now?

    One-way fares from Atlanta to Lake Charles are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $456, which is 21% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Atlanta to Lake Charles?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 03m, compared with 5h 26m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • What is the time difference between Atlanta and Lake Charles?

    Lake Charles is 1 hour behind Atlanta (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Lake Charles Airport (LCH)?

    Lake Charles Airport (LCH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Hertz
    • Avis
    • Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Atlanta to Lake Charles flight?

    Round-trip flights from Atlanta to Lake Charles range from $293 to $428, with an average of $352 over the past 12 months. Anything below $293 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Atlanta to Lake Charles flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $293 - about $303 less than Thursday (51% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Atlanta to Lake Charles trip for December. Fares historically average $277 round-trip in that month - typically $241 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

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