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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York to Lafayette Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $576. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to Lafayette flights are currently cheapest in September.

New York to Lafayette: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York to Lafayette below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Lafayette.

New York to Lafayette: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$563
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from New York to Lafayette: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Lafayette is $563. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York to Lafayette. But we found flights with one stop from $563.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from New York to Lafayette.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Lafayette is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Lafayette Airport on Friday, 4 September 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York and Lafayette Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Lafayette but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Lafayette is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

The cheapest airline that flies to Lafayette is United .

Travelling from New York to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT): What you need to know

  • The timezone in Lafayette is UTC-6, which is one hour behind New York. Lafayette Regional Airport is located in Lafayette.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from New York to LFT, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • With more people on the move during busy months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.

Airports in New York

New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • JFK is around 24 kilometres from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from New York to Lafayette Regional Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport:

  • 73% of flights taking off from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

  • JFK's address is JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • On public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in about 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 35 minutes.

  • Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your New York to LFT flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Newark Liberty International Airport:

  • When it comes to keeping flights on track, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 71%.

  • You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.

New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • LGA is around 13 kilometres from central New York. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 30 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey of around 55 minutes.

  • Make catching an early New York to Lafayette Regional Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these hotels near New York LaGuardia Airport and head to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:

  • Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights reach their destinations as expected. At LGA, that figure is 69%.

  • The street address of New York LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.

About Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)

Getting from Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) to central Lafayette

  • From Lafayette Regional Airport, central Lafayette is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.

  • It'll take around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Lafayette Regional Airport is $566. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $563. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from New York to LFT if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.

  • Cheap New York to Lafayette Regional Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.

  • Locking in a cheap plane ticket from New York to LFT is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Find an affordable flight from New York to Lafayette Regional Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from New York to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)

  • November is the busiest month for flights from New York to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT). Plan your visit to Lafayette in January if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.

  • The warmest month in Lafayette is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 39ºC. Lock in your New York to LFT plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • January sees temperatures of between 2ºC and 18ºC. Look for cheap tickets from New York to Lafayette Regional Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Lafayette

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Lafayette right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from New York to Lafayette Regional Airport:

  • All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Alexandre Mouton House, LARC's Acadian Village and Acadiana Centre for the Arts are must-visits when exploring Lafayette.

Explore more of the United States

  • You've seen Lafayette, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel around 193 kilometres east to New Orleans to tick off its top attractions. From Bourbon St to French Quarter and Cafe Du Monde, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Jackson is another essential stop in the United States and is around 290 kilometres northeast of Lafayette. No trip is complete without seeing Mississippi Civil Rights Museum, Mississippi Museum of Art and Russell C Davis Planetarium.

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