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$239+ Cheap flights from Lafayette (LFT) to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LFT — CHI
dic. 12 — dic. 191
vie. 12/12
vie. 12/19
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Lafayette to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lafayette (LFT) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated noviembre 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$249
(Delta)

One-way from

$239
(Delta)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$371
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Cheapest flights from Lafayette to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lafayette to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on noviembre 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/85:27 pmLFT - MDW
1 stop6h 20mDelta
lun. 12/156:00 amMDW - LFT
1 stop5h 04mDelta
Deal found 11/10$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/85:27 pmLFT - ORD
1 stop6h 34mDelta
lun. 12/155:30 amORD - LFT
1 stop5h 34mDelta
Deal found 11/10$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/223:32 pmLFT - ORD
1 stop6h 58mDelta
jue. 11/271:14 pmORD - LFT
1 stop5h 54mDelta
Deal found 11/12$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/224:00 pmLFT - ORD
1 stop7h 54mAmerican Airlines
mié. 11/264:45 pmORD - LFT
1 stop6h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/10$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/84:12 pmLFT - ORD
2 stops19h 53mUnited Airlines
lun. 12/156:00 amORD - LFT
1 stop5h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/10$397
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/252:06 pmLFT - ORD
1 stop5h 36mAmerican Airlines
dom. 11/304:02 pmORD - LFT
1 stop7h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/12$414
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/222:06 pmLFT - ORD
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
jue. 11/273:15 pmORD - LFT
2 stops18h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/12$417
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/264:01 pmLFT - ORD
1 stop7h 30mAmerican Airlines
dom. 11/304:02 pmORD - LFT
1 stop7h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/11$439
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/1711:44 amLFT - MDW
1 stop4h 50mDelta
vie. 12/196:00 amMDW - LFT
1 stop5h 04mDelta
Deal found 11/11$477
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/175:27 pmLFT - ORD
1 stop5h 16mDelta
vie. 12/195:30 amORD - LFT
1 stop5h 34mDelta
Deal found 11/11$477
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/299:40 amLFT - ORD
1 stop10h 15mUnited Airlines
jue. 1/14:00 pmORD - LFT
1 stop5h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/11$523
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/2312:20 pmLFT - ORD
1 stop7h 36mUnited Airlines
mié. 11/267:55 pmORD - LFT
2 stops15h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/10$587

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Lafayette to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated noviembre 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lafayette to Chicago that are best for you.

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Lafayette

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Chicago

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Depart

Return

Price

LafayetteChicago

LFT - MDW

LFTMDW

Lafayette Regional

mié. 4/29

3:10 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Chicago Midway

sáb. 5/2

6:00 am-10:28 am

1 stop4h 28m

$249

LafayetteChicago

LFT - ORD

LFTORD

Lafayette Regional

mié. 4/15

3:10 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 4/18

7:10 am-2:26 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$249

LafayetteChicago

LFT - ORD

LFTORD

Lafayette Regional

sáb. 11/22

3:32 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 11/27

1:14 pm-7:08 pm

1 stop5h 54m

$309

LafayetteChicago

LFT - ORD

LFTORD

Lafayette Regional

sáb. 11/22

4:00 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop7h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 11/26

4:45 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$339

LafayetteChicago

LFT - ORD

LFTORD

Lafayette Regional

mar. 11/25

2:06 pm-7:42 pm

1 stop5h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 11/30

4:02 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$414

LafayetteChicago

LFT - ORD

LFTORD

Lafayette Regional

sáb. 11/22

4:00 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 11/27

3:15 pm-9:32 am

2 stops18h 17m

$417

LafayetteChicago

LFT - MDW

LFTMDW

Lafayette Regional

dom. 11/23

5:25 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Chicago Midway

mié. 11/26

5:34 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop4h 42m

$756

LafayetteChicago

LFT - MDW

LFTMDW

Lafayette Regional

dom. 11/23

6:01 am-11:52 am

1 stop5h 51m

Chicago Midway

mar. 11/25

5:34 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop4h 41m

$756

LafayetteChicago

LFT - MDW

LFTMDW

Lafayette Regional

mié. 11/26

5:25 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Chicago Midway

dom. 11/30

5:34 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop4h 42m

$774

LafayetteChicago

LFT - MDW

LFTMDW

Lafayette Regional

mar. 11/25

5:25 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Chicago Midway

dom. 11/30

5:34 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop4h 42m

$844

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 11/10

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Lafayette to Chicago in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Lafayette-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Lafayette-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Lafayette-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Lafayette-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Lafayette-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Lafayette to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Lafayette with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Lafayette to Chicago

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lafayette to Chicago?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lafayette to Chicago (average of $208). Flying from Lafayette to Chicago in November is currently the most expensive (average of $281). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LFT to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Lafayette to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated noviembre 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Lafayette to Chicago in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Lafayette to Chicago?

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated noviembre 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Lafayette to Chicago by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,015 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Lafayette to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Lafayette to Chicago?

    Lafayette Regional (LFT) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Lafayette to Chicago. You should not have trouble finding flights to Chicago from Lafayette Regional; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights from the Lafayette airport to Chicago. It is only a 2.3 mi journey to Lafayette Regional (LFT) from Lafayette’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Lafayette to Chicago?

    Delta can get you from Lafayette to Chicago in just under 6h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Lafayette and Chicago are separated by a distance of 834 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Lafayette to Chicago round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($248), and United Airlines ($314) offers the cheapest pricing from Lafayette to Chicago. American Airlines is 47% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Lafayette to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Lafayette to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Lafayette to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Lafayette to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Lafayette to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Lafayette to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lafayette to Chicago?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lafayette to Chicago (average of $208). Flying from Lafayette to Chicago in November is currently the most expensive (average of $281). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Lafayette to Chicago

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Lafayette to Chicago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated noviembre 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$314Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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