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Cheapest round-trip
$319
Typical prices: $314-$485
United Airlines
Tue 11/6Fri 11/9
LFT - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$274
Typical prices: $298-$492
United Airlines
Fri 11/9
LFT - ORD • 1 stop
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LFT - MDW
Cheapest • 2% average savings
LFT - ORD
Most popular
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 11% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $391 (round-trip)
Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH)
Shortest trip • 5h 27m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lafayette to Chicago (LFT-CHI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Lafayette to Chicago

Fri, Feb 12 - Fri, Feb 19
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5:15 pm - 11:50 pmLFT  Lafayette Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 10:33 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LFT Lafayette Regional
5h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$319Delta
Fri, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 5
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4:10 pm - 9:42 pmLFT  Lafayette Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 32m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
5:53 pm - 10:59 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LFT Lafayette Regional
5h 06m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$319United Airlines
Fri, Feb 12 - Fri, Feb 19
Delta Logo
3:10 pm - 10:10 pmLFT  Lafayette Regional-MDW Chicago Midway
7h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 10:33 amMDW  Chicago Midway-LFT Lafayette Regional
4h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$319Delta
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
United Airlines Logo
2:04 pm - 7:55 pmLFT  Lafayette Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 51m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
7:29 am - 1:26 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LFT Lafayette Regional
5h 57m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$319United Airlines
Fri, Feb 12 - Fri, Feb 19
Delta Logo
5:15 pm - 11:50 pmLFT  Lafayette Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
1:35 pm - 10:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LFT Lafayette Regional
8h 30m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$324Delta
Fri, Feb 12 - Fri, Feb 19
Delta Logo
3:10 pm - 10:10 pmLFT  Lafayette Regional-MDW Chicago Midway
7h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
1:00 pm - 10:05 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-LFT Lafayette Regional
9h 05m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$324Delta
Wed, Oct 14 - Sun, Oct 18
American Airlines Logo
5:27 pm - 11:00 pmLFT  Lafayette Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:05 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LFT Lafayette Regional
5h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$329American Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
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6:00 am - 11:09 amLFT  Lafayette Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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3:00 pm - 10:54 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LFT Lafayette Regional
7h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$339American Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
American Airlines Logo
5:23 pm - 10:30 pmLFT  Lafayette Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:59 am - 1:45 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LFT Lafayette Regional
6h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$339American Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Oct 31
United Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 10:11 amLFT  Lafayette Regional-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 56m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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7:29 am - 1:26 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LFT Lafayette Regional
5h 57m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$339United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Lafayette to Chicago flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Lafayette to Chicago with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Lafayette to Chicago?

Round-trip flights from Lafayette to Chicago start at $319. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $314 to $485. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $319 on United Airlines.

What is the cheapest Lafayette to Chicago flight route?

There's little price difference between Lafayette to Chicago routes. They average around $371 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lafayette to Chicago?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lafayette to Chicago, it is 18% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 39% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Lafayette to Chicago?

  • April is the cheapest month to fly from Lafayette to Chicago at $338 round-trip.
  • May ($556) and September ($493) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 64% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Lafayette to Chicago flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$274
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 26% increase in price.
Flight from Lafayette to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Lafayette to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Lafayette to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Lafayette to Chicago 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 Lafayette to Chicago?

    Flights from Lafayette to Chicago usually depart from Lafayette Regional (LFT) and may arrive at several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Lafayette to Chicago?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Lafayette to Chicago.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Lafayette to Chicago pass through?

    One-stop flights from Lafayette to Chicago most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 48% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 2% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Lafayette to Chicago?

    On the Lafayette to Chicago route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 41%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $311 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $526: a $215 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and River North. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Lafayette to Chicago?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Lafayette to Chicago. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 20m and 5h 59m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Lafayette to Chicago?

    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 Lafayette to Chicago 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 $1,559. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Lafayette to Chicago looking right now?

    One-way fares from Lafayette to Chicago are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $324, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Lafayette to Chicago?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 20m, compared with 5h 27m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 5h 46m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What car rental options are available in Chicago?

    Since Chicago is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) — daily rates from around $17:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Ace

    Near Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) — daily rates from around $32:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Rent-A-Wreck

    Near Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) — daily rates from around $30:

    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Budget
    • Avis
    • National

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Lafayette to Chicago flight?

    Round-trip flights from Lafayette to Chicago range from $314 to $485, with an average of $378 over the past 12 months. Anything below $314 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Lafayette to Chicago 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 Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $311 - about $215 less than Sunday (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lafayette to Chicago trip for April. Fares historically average $338 round-trip in that month - typically $218 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chicago Midway Airport.
    - DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago Midway Airport
    - Holiday Inn Chicago - Midway Airport S by IHG
    - Skylark Motel

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