Flying from Lafayette Airport (LFT) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco's timezone is UTC-8, making San Francisco two hours behind Lafayette.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your LFT to SFO flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like November. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Lafayette Airport to San Francisco International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between LFT and SFO include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lafayette Airport (LFT) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
At the moment, $642 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lafayette Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $545. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from LFT to SFO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Lafayette Airport to San Francisco International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from LFT to SFO.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Lafayette Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Lafayette Airport (LFT)
LFT's address is 200 Terminal Drive.
80% of flights departing from Lafayette Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of LFT.
Lafayette Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Lafayette. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Lafayette Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near LFT:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Lafayette Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Pick up a San Francisco International Airport rental car and explore San Francisco and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are leading providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from San Francisco International Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport to the centre of San Francisco has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Lafayette Airport to San Francisco International Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to San Francisco based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Lafayette Airport to San Francisco International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 24ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LFT to SFO in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC and 16ºC then.
Explore more of the United States
San Jose is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of San Francisco. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
