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$129+ Cheap flights from California to Lafayette (LFT)

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LAX — LFT
Apr 27 — May 41
Sun 4/27
Sun 5/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Lafayette

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$251
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$129
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$553
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Cheapest flights from California to Lafayette
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Lafayette. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 22, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/1411:59 pmSMF - LFT
1 stop8h 01mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/205:21 amLFT - SMF
1 stop6h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$251
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 5/66:15 amSAN - LFT
1 stop7h 16mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/107:05 amLFT - SAN
1 stop5h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/21$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/71:11 pmSJC - LFT
1 stop6h 33mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/115:15 amLFT - SJC
1 stop8h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/22$339
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/76:00 amSJC - LFT
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/115:21 amLFT - SJC
2 stops8h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$344
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Thu 7/1711:59 pmSFO - LFT
1 stop8h 12mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/207:31 pmLFT - SFO
1 stop6h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$344
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Thu 5/16:15 amSAN - LFT
1 stop8h 43mDelta
Wed 5/76:00 amLFT - SAN
1 stop8h 33mDelta
Deal found 4/20$349
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Thu 5/16:29 amSAN - LFT
2 stops9h 21mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/74:11 pmLFT - SAN
1 stop6h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/20$354
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 4/306:15 amSMF - LFT
2 stops13h 53mDelta
Tue 5/612:00 pmLFT - SMF
1 stop9h 26mDelta
Deal found 4/22$375
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/2010:45 pmFAT - LFT
1 stop9h 57mDelta
Wed 5/2811:25 amLFT - FAT
2 stops11h 58mDelta
Deal found 4/22$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/1412:43 amSFO - LFT
1 stop8h 23mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/192:05 pmLFT - SFO
1 stop7h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/22$379
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 5/712:45 pmONT - LFT
1 stop7h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/116:17 pmLFT - ONT
1 stop7h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/21$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Thu 5/151:16 pmSMF - LFT
1 stop6h 28mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/192:05 pmLFT - SMF
2 stops11h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/22$409

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 April 22, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Lafayette that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Lafayette

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoLafayette

SMF - LFT

SMFLFT

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/14

11:59 pm-10:00 am

1 stop8h 01m

Lafayette Regional

Tue 5/20

5:21 am-10:19 am

1 stop6h 58m

$251

San DiegoLafayette

SAN - LFT

SANLFT

San Diego

Tue 5/6

6:15 am-3:31 pm

1 stop7h 16m

Lafayette Regional

Sat 5/10

7:05 am-11:03 am

1 stop5h 58m

$319

San JoseLafayette

SJC - LFT

SJCLFT

San Jose

Wed 5/7

1:11 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Lafayette Regional

Sun 5/11

5:15 am-12:03 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$339

San JoseLafayette

SJC - LFT

SJCLFT

San Jose

Wed 5/7

6:00 am-3:41 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Lafayette Regional

Sun 5/11

5:21 am-11:58 am

2 stops8h 37m

$344

San FranciscoLafayette

SFO - LFT

SFOLFT

San Francisco

Thu 7/17

11:59 pm-10:11 am

1 stop8h 12m

Lafayette Regional

Sun 7/20

7:31 pm-12:08 am

1 stop6h 37m

$344

FresnoLafayette

FAT - LFT

FATLFT

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 5/20

10:45 pm-10:42 am

1 stop9h 57m

Lafayette Regional

Wed 5/28

11:25 am-9:23 pm

2 stops11h 58m

$379

San FranciscoLafayette

SFO - LFT

SFOLFT

San Francisco

Wed 5/14

12:43 am-11:06 am

1 stop8h 23m

Lafayette Regional

Mon 5/19

2:05 pm-7:31 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$379

OntarioLafayette

ONT - LFT

ONTLFT

Ontario

Wed 5/7

12:45 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Lafayette Regional

Sun 5/11

6:17 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$399

SacramentoLafayette

SMF - LFT

SMFLFT

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/15

1:16 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Lafayette Regional

Mon 5/19

2:05 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops11h 54m

$409

Santa AnaLafayette

SNA - LFT

SNALFT

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/7

12:12 pm-7:31 pm

1 stop5h 19m

Lafayette Regional

Sun 5/11

5:15 am-11:16 am

1 stop8h 01m

$429

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from California to Lafayette

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Lafayette (average of $323). Flying from California to Lafayette in March is currently the most expensive (average of $437). 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 CA to LFT?

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 April 22, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Lafayette as you normally would.

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 April 22, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from California to Lafayette. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,683 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California 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 California?

    Lafayette Regional (LFT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from California to Lafayette. It is only a 2.3 mi journey from Lafayette Regional (LFT) to Lafayette’s city center.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from California to Lafayette are Delta ($129), United Airlines ($150), and American Airlines ($160).

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

    While some choose either San Jose - Lafayette Regional or Ontario - Lafayette Regional, San Francisco - Lafayette Regional is the most popular route from California to Lafayette.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Lafayette (average of $323). Flying from California to Lafayette in March is currently the most expensive (average of $437). 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 California to Lafayette

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from California 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 April 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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