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$109+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Lafayette (LFT)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — LFT
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Lafayette

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Lafayette (LFT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$199
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$109
(Delta)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$355
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($124 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 15% potential price decrease ($67 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Lafayette
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Lafayette. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Tue 4/293:10 pmORD - LFT
1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/64:11 pmLFT - ORD
1 stop7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$199
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/149:39 amORD - LFT
1 stop5h 08mDelta
Wed 5/2111:25 amLFT - ORD
1 stop5h 46mDelta
Deal found 3/31$217
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 4/299:52 amMDW - LFT
1 stop7h 06mDelta
Tue 5/66:00 amLFT - MDW
1 stop6h 03mDelta
Deal found 3/30$217
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 4/297:10 amORD - LFT
2 stops14h 36mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/611:57 amLFT - ORD
1 stop5h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$366

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Lafayette that are best for you.

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Chicago

Fly to

Lafayette

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoLafayette

ORD - LFT

ORDLFT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/29

3:10 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Lafayette Regional

Tue 5/6

4:11 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$199

ChicagoLafayette

ORD - LFT

ORDLFT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/14

9:39 am-2:47 pm

1 stop5h 08m

Lafayette Regional

Wed 5/21

11:25 am-5:11 pm

1 stop5h 46m

$217

ChicagoLafayette

MDW - LFT

MDWLFT

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/29

9:52 am-4:58 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Lafayette Regional

Tue 5/6

6:00 am-12:03 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$217

ChicagoLafayette

ORD - LFT

ORDLFT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/29

7:10 am-9:46 pm

2 stops14h 36m

Lafayette Regional

Tue 5/6

11:57 am-5:10 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$366

ChicagoLafayette

ORD - LFT

ORDLFT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/29

5:30 am-11:16 am

1 stop5h 46m

$109

ChicagoLafayette

ORD - LFT

ORDLFT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/29

8:45 am-7:26 pm

2 stops10h 41m

$249

ChicagoLafayette

ORD - LFT

ORDLFT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/5

10:15 am-3:38 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$450

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Deals found on 3/30

Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Lafayette

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Lafayette in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Lafayette flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Lafayette flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Lafayette flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Lafayette flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Lafayette flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Lafayette

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Lafayette (average of $323). Flying from Chicago 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.

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 March 31, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Lafayette, such as Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Lafayette from Chicago, you will be flying to Lafayette Regional, which is the city’s only airport. Lafayette Regional (LFT) is located 2.3 mi from the center of Lafayette. There are 0 flights from Chicago to Lafayette Regional per day from 3 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Lafayette round-trip?

    Currently priced at $199, American Airlines will fly you from Chicago to Lafayette and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $217 and $366, respectively. American Airlines is priced at 60% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago to Lafayette are Delta ($109), United Airlines ($249), and American Airlines ($450).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Lafayette (average of $323). Flying from Chicago 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 3 airlines flying from Chicago to Lafayette

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$362Average$545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$388Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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