Travelling from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Lafayette Airport (LFT): what you need to know
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MCO to LFT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Orlando International Airport to Lafayette Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MCO and LFT:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Lafayette Airport (LFT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Lafayette Airport flight is $464. A return plane ticket right now is $541. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MCO to LFT if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport to Lafayette Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from MCO to LFT.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Orlando International Airport to Lafayette Airport.
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
MCO's address is One Airport Boulevard.
Of all flights departing from Orlando International Airport, 77% land on time at their destination.
Orlando International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near MCO. Whether you've booked an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Lafayette Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Lafayette Airport (LFT)
If you're arriving on a late Orlando International Airport to Lafayette Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near LFT:
Hit the road running by picking up a Lafayette Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Green Motion or Hertz and explore beyond Lafayette's main sights.
Increase your chances of securing the lowest price by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Lafayette Airport several weeks in advance is a smart idea.
When to fly to Lafayette Airport (LFT)
November is the most popular month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Lafayette Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Lafayette in June.
The warmest month in Lafayette is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 39ºC. Book your flights from Orlando International Airport to Lafayette Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from MCO to LFT in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 18ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
Houston is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Lafayette. Around 322 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Menil Collection.
New Orleans is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 193 kilometres east of Lafayette. No trip is complete without a visit to Bourbon St, French Quarter and Cafe Du Monde.