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$68+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Lafayette, IN, IN

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WAS — IND
Jan 27 — Feb 31
Tue 1/27
Tue 2/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 28, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Wed 12/3110:06 pmIAD - IND
Nonstop1h 53mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/49:55 amIND - IAD
Nonstop1h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/26$276
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 12/311:39 pmDCA - IND
Nonstop1h 56mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/311:21 amIND - DCA
Nonstop1h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/27$276
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:00 amDCA - IND
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Wed 12/315:00 pmIND - DCA
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/27$293
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 12/3112:32 pmIAD - IND
1 stop6h 35mDelta
Sat 1/36:30 amIND - IAD
1 stop5h 22mDelta
Deal found 12/24$296
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 12/316:00 amDCA - IND
1 stop5h 29mDelta
Sat 1/35:45 pmIND - DCA
1 stop5h 05mDelta
Deal found 12/25$296
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Sat 12/274:59 pmDCA - IND
1 stop3h 57mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/511:21 amIND - DCA
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/26$320
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/296:05 amIAD - IND
1 stop5h 40mFrontier
Mon 1/51:09 pmIND - IAD
1 stop5h 07mFrontier
Deal found 12/25$323
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Wed 12/315:10 pmIAD - IND
Nonstop1h 53mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/27:44 pmIND - IAD
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/27$331
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 12/295:10 pmIAD - IND
Nonstop1h 53mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/27:44 pmIND - IAD
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/26$334
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/276:10 amDCA - IND
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Mon 1/56:50 amIND - DCA
2 stops6h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/26$335
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Sat 12/275:41 pmDCA - IND
1 stop4h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/37:39 amIND - DCA
Nonstop1h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/26$337
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Mon 12/291:31 pmDCA - IND
Nonstop1h 56mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/76:09 amIND - DCA
Nonstop1h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/27$340

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 December 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Indianapolis

IAD - IND

IADIND

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/24

8:30 am-10:28 am

Nonstop1h 58m

Indianapolis

Sun 1/25

7:05 am-11:46 am

1 stop4h 41m

$199

Washington, D.C.Indianapolis

IAD - IND

IADIND

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/21

1:05 pm-5:52 pm

1 stop4h 47m

Indianapolis

Mon 1/26

9:50 am-11:34 am

Nonstop1h 44m

$199

Washington, D.C.Indianapolis

IAD - IND

IADIND

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 2/27

5:10 pm-6:57 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

Indianapolis

Sun 3/1

7:15 am-11:49 am

1 stop4h 34m

$199

Washington, D.C.Indianapolis

IAD - IND

IADIND

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/24

12:50 pm-2:46 pm

Nonstop1h 56m

Indianapolis

Sat 1/31

7:15 am-11:46 am

1 stop4h 31m

$199

Washington, D.C.Indianapolis

IAD - IND

IADIND

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 3/6

6:00 am-10:35 am

1 stop4h 35m

Indianapolis

Wed 3/11

6:00 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop4h 59m

$209

Washington, D.C.Indianapolis

IAD - IND

IADIND

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/15

6:00 am-9:48 am

1 stop3h 48m

Indianapolis

Sat 1/17

12:27 pm-7:09 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$209

Washington, D.C.Indianapolis

IAD - IND

IADIND

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/5

6:00 am-10:28 am

1 stop4h 28m

Indianapolis

Wed 5/13

7:35 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop3h 24m

$209

Washington, D.C.Indianapolis

IAD - IND

IADIND

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/28

12:38 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Indianapolis

Sun 3/1

6:00 am-11:35 am

1 stop5h 35m

$209

Washington, D.C.Indianapolis

IAD - IND

IADIND

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/22

6:00 am-10:36 am

1 stop4h 36m

Indianapolis

Mon 1/26

6:40 am-11:43 am

1 stop5h 03m

$209

Washington, D.C.Indianapolis

DCA - IND

DCAIND

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 2/19

1:00 pm-5:53 pm

1 stop4h 53m

Indianapolis

Sun 2/22

7:15 am-11:59 am

1 stop4h 44m

$209

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette. Price data was last updated on December 26, 2025.

Booking 57 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette (average of $34). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette in July is currently the most expensive (average of $119). 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 WAS to L4F?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 28, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 39% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette. Price data was last updated on December 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Lafayette flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 28, 2025.

The most flights from WAS to L4F are scheduled on a Monday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette?

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 December 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,019 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,113 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,072 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,065 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette?

    United Airlines, Delta, and Spirit Airlines can get you from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette in just under 1h 58m. Your travel time can differ by up to 15h 01m. Washington, D.C. and Lafayette are separated by a distance of 475 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette one-way?

    $98 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and United Airlines, with prices starting from $99 and $118, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette?

    While some choose either Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Indianapolis or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Indianapolis, Baltimore/Washington - Indianapolis is the most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette?

    Consider Mesa Airlines (83%), Copa Airlines (80%) or Avianca (79%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette?

    On average you can expect to pay $374 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette. The cheapest flight overall is $151 while the most popular route, (Baltimore/Washington - Indianapolis) is currently priced at $141.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Lafayette?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette (average of $34). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette in July is currently the most expensive (average of $119). 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 6 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Lafayette

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 December 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$34Average$91FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$82Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$114Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$120Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$168Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$234Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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