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$187+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Lafayette (LFT)

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 5/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — LFT
May 17 — May 241
Sat 5/17
Sat 5/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Lafayette

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Lafayette flight deals. Data was last updated May 12, 2025.

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3 stars

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Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$224
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$187
(American Airlines)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$432
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Lafayette
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Lafayette. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Wed 7/25:37 amSTL - LFT
1 stop6h 04mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/77:03 amLFT - STL
1 stop4h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/11$224
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Wed 6/259:49 amORD - LFT
1 stop5h 05mDelta
Wed 7/25:42 pmLFT - ORD
1 stop6h 17mDelta
Deal found 5/11$233
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Tue 5/2710:25 amMDW - LFT
1 stop6h 35mDelta
Sat 5/313:30 pmLFT - MDW
1 stop5h 43mDelta
Deal found 5/12$238
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Sat 7/125:23 pmSTL - LFT
1 stop4h 43mDelta
Mon 7/145:40 pmLFT - STL
1 stop6h 13mDelta
Deal found 5/12$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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.
Mon 8/1810:00 amSTL - LFT
2 stops7h 41mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/239:57 amLFT - STL
2 stops9h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/10$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/272:10 pmORD - LFT
2 stops21h 31mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/312:10 pmLFT - ORD
1 stop7h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/12$400

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Lafayette 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 May 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Lafayette that are best for you.

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Illinois

Fly to

Lafayette

Route

Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisLafayette

STL - LFT

STLLFT

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 7/2

5:37 am-11:41 am

1 stop6h 04m

Lafayette Regional

Mon 7/7

7:03 am-11:58 am

1 stop4h 55m

$224

ChicagoLafayette

ORD - LFT

ORDLFT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/25

9:49 am-2:54 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Lafayette Regional

Wed 7/2

5:42 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 17m

$233

ChicagoLafayette

MDW - LFT

MDWLFT

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/27

10:25 am-5:00 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Lafayette Regional

Sat 5/31

3:30 pm-9:13 pm

1 stop5h 43m

$238

St. LouisLafayette

STL - LFT

STLLFT

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 7/12

5:23 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop4h 43m

Lafayette Regional

Mon 7/14

5:40 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$249

St. LouisLafayette

STL - LFT

STLLFT

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 5/27

6:15 am-1:21 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Lafayette Regional

Sat 5/31

2:10 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops8h 35m

$334

ChicagoLafayette

ORD - LFT

ORDLFT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/27

2:10 pm-11:41 am

2 stops21h 31m

Lafayette Regional

Sat 5/31

2:10 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$400

ChicagoLafayette

ORD - LFT

ORDLFT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/25

4:56 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$220

ChicagoLafayette

MDW - LFT

MDWLFT

Chicago Midway

Wed 6/25

10:26 am-5:01 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$220

ChicagoLafayette

ORD - LFT

ORDLFT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/25

7:10 am-7:22 pm

2 stops12h 12m

$293

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Deals found on 5/11

Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Lafayette

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Lafayette

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Lafayette (average of $323). Flying from Illinois to Lafayette in March is currently the most expensive (average of $434). 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.

Rainfall in Lafayette by month

Plan your trip to Lafayette by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Lafayette ranges from 3.8 - 7.1 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.1 in. March is typically the driest time to visit Lafayette when rainfall is around 3.8 in.

Temperature in Lafayette by month

Plan your trip to Lafayette by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Lafayette, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Lafayette

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lafayette. 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 Lafayette. Reviews last updated May 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Illinois to Lafayette. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,724 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to Lafayette. 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 into for flights to Lafayette from Illinois?

    Located just 2.3 mi from the city center, Lafayette Regional (LFT) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Lafayette from Illinois.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to Lafayette one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Illinois to Lafayette are American Airlines ($187), Delta ($220), and United Airlines ($255).

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Lafayette?

    Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Lafayette Regional, Chicago Midway - Lafayette Regional or Lambert-St Louis - Lafayette Regional when deciding on the best route from Illinois to Lafayette.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Lafayette 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 Illinois to Lafayette?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Lafayette (average of $323). Flying from Illinois to Lafayette in March is currently the most expensive (average of $434). 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 Illinois to Lafayette

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Lafayette. 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 May 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$283Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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