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Cheapest round-trip
$339
Typical prices: $323-$476
American Airlines
Thu 12/20Wed 1/17
RDU - LFT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$284
Typical prices: $319-$381
American Airlines
Thu 10/25
RDU - LFT • 1 stop
When to travel
June
Cheapest • 14% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $332 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 4h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Lafayette (RDU-LFT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Lafayette

Sun, Dec 20 - Sun, Jan 17
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6:23 pm - 10:07 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional
4h 44m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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8:00 am - 3:32 pmLFT  Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$339American Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14
American Airlines Logo
2:13 pm - 7:36 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional
6h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:27 pm - 12:13 amLFT  Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$339American Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14
Delta Logo
4:44 pm - 10:11 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional
6h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:13 pm - 12:28 amLFT  Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$339Delta
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
United Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 7:33 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional
7h 33m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 11:08 amLFT  Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 53m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$339United Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14
American Airlines Logo
12:52 pm - 7:36 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional
7h 44m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:27 pm - 12:13 amLFT  Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$344American Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14
Delta Logo
4:44 pm - 10:11 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional
6h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:13 pm - 12:28 amLFT  Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$354Delta
Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14
American Airlines Logo
2:13 pm - 7:36 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional
6h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:27 pm - 12:13 amLFT  Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$354American Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 6
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 11:16 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional
5h 46m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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2:10 pm - 9:59 pmLFT  Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 49m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$369United Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 6
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10:20 am - 7:32 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional
10h 12m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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5:15 am - 11:26 amLFT  Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 11m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$374United Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
Delta Logo
5:15 am - 10:48 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LFT Lafayette Regional
6h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
3:16 pm - 11:21 pmLFT  Lafayette Regional-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$419Delta
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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?

Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Lafayette start at $339. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $323 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?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Lafayette, it is 7% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 31% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Raleigh to Lafayette flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$284
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 16% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 67% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Raleigh to Lafayette

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Your Raleigh to Lafayette flight questions, answered

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

  • 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 51m 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 $323 to $476, with an average of $375 over the past 12 months. Anything below $323 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 $2,798. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x 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 $396, which is 9% 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) - 53% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 15% 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 Raleigh to Lafayette?

    On the Raleigh to Lafayette route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 30%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $349 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $494: a $145 difference. 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 Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 51m, compared with 4h 55m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 25m 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.

Your guide to booking Raleigh to Lafayette 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 Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $349 - about $145 less than Monday (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Raleigh to Lafayette trip for June. Fares historically average $323 round-trip in that month - typically $305 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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