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

Flights from Richmond to Lafayette usually depart from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) and arrive at Lafayette Regional (LFT).

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

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Richmond to Lafayette: • Economy Class • First Class

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

One-stop flights from Richmond to Lafayette most commonly connect through: • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 81% of one-stop connections • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 11% of one-stop connections • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 7% 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 Richmond to Lafayette?

On the Richmond to Lafayette route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 51%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $314 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $630: a $316 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

How long is a flight from Richmond to Lafayette?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Richmond to Lafayette. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 51m and 5h 59m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Richmond 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 Richmond 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 $321 to $1,201. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Richmond to Lafayette are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $758, which is 142% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 51m, compared with 5h 10m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 59m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

What is the time difference between Richmond and Lafayette?

Lafayette is 1 hour behind Richmond (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 Richmond to Lafayette flight?

Round-trip flights from Richmond to Lafayette range from $314 to $513, with an average of $408 over the past 12 months. Anything below $314 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Richmond to Lafayette?

Delta ($321) and American Airlines ($321) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Richmond to Lafayette according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Richmond to Lafayette?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is the most popular layover for the Richmond to Lafayette route. 81% 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 Richmond to Lafayette?

Flights via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $401. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Charlotte Douglas (CLT) had the shortest average connection time for Richmond to Lafayette layovers at 175 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24

7:00 am - 10:48 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-LFT Lafayette Regional

4h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:09 am - 11:28 amLFT Lafayette Regional-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

4h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$321Delta

Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24

5:30 pm - 9:17 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-LFT Lafayette Regional

4h 47m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

6:00 am - 2:15 pmLFT Lafayette Regional-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

7h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$321American Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24

5:30 pm - 9:17 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-LFT Lafayette Regional

4h 47m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

2:17 pm - 11:02 pmLFT Lafayette Regional-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

7h 45m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas

$326American Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24

4:28 pm - 9:17 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-LFT Lafayette Regional

5h 49m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

10:40 am - 6:24 pmLFT Lafayette Regional-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

6h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$328American Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24

4:28 pm - 9:17 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-LFT Lafayette Regional

5h 49m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

6:00 am - 4:39 pmLFT Lafayette Regional-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

9h 39m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl

$333American Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24

5:30 pm - 9:17 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-LFT Lafayette Regional

4h 47m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

2:17 pm - 11:02 pmLFT Lafayette Regional-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

7h 45m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas

$333American Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24

3:41 pm - 10:53 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-LFT Lafayette Regional

8h 12m2 stops Philadelphia Dallas/Fort Worth

2:17 pm - 11:02 pmLFT Lafayette Regional-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

7h 45m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas

$358American Airlines

Sat, Dec 19 - Wed, Dec 23

5:05 am - 11:11 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-LFT Lafayette Regional

7h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:09 pm - 10:19 pmLFT Lafayette Regional-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

4h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$361Delta

Thu, Oct 1 - Fri, Oct 9

7:05 am - 10:35 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-LFT Lafayette Regional

4h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:13 pm - 12:30 amLFT Lafayette Regional-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

6h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$377Delta

Sat, Dec 19 - Thu, Dec 24

5:05 am - 11:11 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-LFT Lafayette Regional

7h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

1:30 pm - 7:00 pmLFT Lafayette Regional-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

4h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$389Delta

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

Round-trip flights from Richmond to Lafayette start at $321. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $314 to $513. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $321 on Delta.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Richmond to Lafayette?
Flights from Richmond to Lafayette usually depart from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) and arrive at Lafayette Regional (LFT).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Richmond to Lafayette?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Richmond to Lafayette:

• Economy Class
• First Class
Which airports do connecting flights from Richmond to Lafayette pass through?
One-stop flights from Richmond to Lafayette most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 81% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 7% 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 Richmond to Lafayette?
On the Richmond to Lafayette route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 51%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $314 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $630: a $316 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
How long is a flight from Richmond to Lafayette?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Richmond to Lafayette. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 51m and 5h 59m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Richmond 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 Richmond 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 $321 to $1,201. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Richmond to Lafayette looking right now?
One-way fares from Richmond to Lafayette are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $758, which is 142% above the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Richmond to Lafayette?
Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 51m, compared with 5h 10m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 59m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).
What is the time difference between Richmond and Lafayette?
Lafayette is 1 hour behind Richmond (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 Richmond to Lafayette flight?
Round-trip flights from Richmond to Lafayette range from $314 to $513, with an average of $408 over the past 12 months. Anything below $314 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average $314 - about $316 less than Thursday (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Richmond to Lafayette trip for February. Fares historically average $258 round-trip in that month - typically $404 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 Lafayette Regional Airport.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Lafayette
- Woodspring Suites Lafayette
- Wingate by Wyndham Lafayette Airport

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