Which airports can I use when flying from Raleigh to Lafayette?

Flights from Raleigh to Lafayette usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and arrive at Lafayette Regional (LFT).

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

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

Which airports do connecting flights from Raleigh to Lafayette pass through?

One-stop flights from Raleigh to Lafayette most commonly connect through: • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 59% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 16% of one-stop connections • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 14% of one-stop connections • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 11% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 65% on flights from Raleigh to Lafayette. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $191 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $542, a difference of $351. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

How long is a flight from Raleigh to Lafayette?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Raleigh to Lafayette. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 48m and 5h 53m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Raleigh to Lafayette?

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 Raleigh to Lafayette 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 $339 to $2,128. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Raleigh to Lafayette looking right now?

One-way fares from Raleigh to Lafayette are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $414, which is 14% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 48m, compared with 4h 51m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 27m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

What is the time difference between Raleigh and Lafayette?

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

What car rental options are available at Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)?

Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $22 for economy cars. Top options include: • Hertz • Dollar • Budget • Alamo • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Lafayette range from $333 to $476, with an average of $394 over the past 12 months. Anything below $333 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Lafayette typically range from $333 to $476. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $339, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Lafayette. It’s 52% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 37% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Raleigh to Lafayette?

American Airlines ($339) and United Airlines ($339) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Lafayette according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Raleigh to Lafayette?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is the most popular layover for the Raleigh to Lafayette route. 59% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ATL.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Raleigh to Lafayette?

Flights via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $332. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Raleigh to Lafayette which airport offers the shortest layover?

Charlotte Douglas (CLT) had the shortest average connection time for Raleigh to Lafayette layovers at 3h 02m over the past 3 months.

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Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9

6:26 pm - 10:04 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional

4h 38m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

5:23 pm - 11:45 pmLFT Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham

5h 22m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$339American Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11

6:10 am - 1:26 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional

8h 16m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

2:04 pm - 9:59 pmLFT Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham

6h 55m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$339United Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11

6:10 am - 1:26 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional

8h 16m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

2:04 pm - 9:59 pmLFT Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham

6h 55m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$339United Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11

6:15 am - 3:32 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional

10h 17m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

5:15 am - 11:08 amLFT Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham

4h 53m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$344United Airlines

Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 26

4:19 pm - 10:02 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional

6h 43m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

5:27 pm - 12:13 amLFT Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham

5h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$354American Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Wed, Nov 11

2:12 pm - 7:27 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional

6h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

10:37 am - 6:38 pmLFT Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham

7h 01m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$416American Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 15

4:18 pm - 10:04 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional

6h 46m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

7:03 am - 12:00 pmLFT Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham

3h 57m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$416American Airlines

Sat, Dec 19 - Sun, Dec 27

5:43 pm - 10:35 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional

5h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:00 am - 1:54 pmLFT Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham

6h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$559Delta

Mon, Oct 19 - Fri, Oct 23

8:40 am - 2:31 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional

6h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

3:11 pm - 9:05 pmLFT Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham

4h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$737Delta

Sun, Oct 18 - Fri, Oct 23

6:20 am - 10:48 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional

5h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:09 am - 11:27 amLFT Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham

4h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$797Delta

Recent last minute flight deals from Raleigh to Lafayette

Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14

4:44 pm - 10:11 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional

6h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:13 pm - 12:28 amLFT Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham

6h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$429Delta

Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14

7:00 am - 1:47 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional

7h 47m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth

5:27 pm - 12:13 amLFT Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham

5h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$434American Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14

5:15 am - 10:51 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional

6h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:09 am - 12:37 pmLFT Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham

5h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$441Delta

Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14

4:44 pm - 10:11 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional

6h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:13 pm - 12:28 amLFT Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham

6h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$441Delta

Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14

12:52 pm - 7:36 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional

7h 44m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth

5:27 pm - 12:13 amLFT Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham

5h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$446American Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14

7:00 am - 1:47 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional

7h 47m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth

5:27 pm - 12:13 amLFT Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham

5h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$446American Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 14

6:30 am - 1:22 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional

7h 52m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

2:10 pm - 9:59 pmLFT Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham

6h 49m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$793United Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 14

12:40 pm - 4:24 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional

4h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:32 am - 7:03 pmLFT Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham

6h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$793Delta

Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 14

10:40 am - 7:32 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional

9h 52m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

2:10 pm - 9:59 pmLFT Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham

6h 49m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$798United Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Thu, Oct 15

6:30 am - 1:22 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional

7h 52m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

2:10 pm - 9:59 pmLFT Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham

6h 49m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$825United Airlines

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Price, demand and travel trends for Raleigh to Lafayette flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Lafayette? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Raleigh to Lafayette departing in november.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Lafayette?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Lafayette. It’s 52% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 37% higher.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Raleigh to Lafayette?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Raleigh to Lafayette.
How long is a flight from Raleigh to Lafayette?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Raleigh to Lafayette. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 48m and 5h 53m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Raleigh to Lafayette?
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.
How much should I expect to pay for a Raleigh to Lafayette flight?
Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Lafayette range from $333 to $476, with an average of $394 over the past 12 months. Anything below $333 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Raleigh to Lafayette 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 $339 to $2,128. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Raleigh to Lafayette looking right now?
One-way fares from Raleigh to Lafayette are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $414, which is 14% above the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)?
Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $22 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Hertz
• Dollar
• Budget
• Alamo
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Which airports can I use when flying from Raleigh to Lafayette?
Flights from Raleigh to Lafayette usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and arrive at Lafayette Regional (LFT).
Which airports do connecting flights from Raleigh to Lafayette pass through?
One-stop flights from Raleigh to Lafayette most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 59% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 16% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 14% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 11% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Raleigh to Lafayette?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 65% on flights from Raleigh to Lafayette. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $191 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $542, a difference of $351.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Raleigh to Lafayette?
Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 48m, compared with 4h 51m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 27m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).
What is the time difference between Raleigh and Lafayette?
Lafayette is 1 hour behind Raleigh (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average $191, about $351 less than Thursday fares (65% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Raleigh to Lafayette trip for October. Fares historically average $318 round-trip in that month - typically $310 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Lafayette Regional Airport.

• DoubleTree by Hilton Lafayette
• Woodspring Suites Lafayette
• Wingate by Wyndham Lafayette Airport

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