Houston to Lafayette (IAH–LFT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
No flights match your filters.
No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAH–LFT is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Copa Airlines and Emirates lead the route. The flight covers 201 miles in approximately 1h 3m. Beyond nonstop, 8 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 77 | CR2, CRJ, E145, E7W, ERJ | 1h03-1h19 | Star Alliance | – | |
| CM Copa Airlines | 28 | CRJ, E145, ERJ | 1h08-1h12 | Star Alliance | – | |
| EK Emirates | 7 | ERJ | 1h12 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Lafayette from Houston
| Metric | IAH→LFT | HOU→LFT |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 112 | – |
| Flight time | 1h 3m | 0h 39m |
| Departure OTP | 73% | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · LFT: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 6:00 PM in Lafayette.
IAH has no direct rail link to downtown Houston. The IAH Express bus runs from Houston Amtrak/Greyhound station via Park & Ride to Terminal C (60–90 min, $1.25 with METRO Q card). This is the only transit option; Houston's rail network does not reach the airport.Taxis from downtown Houston cost $50–70 and take 40–60 minutes. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) are typically $35–55. IAH sits 23 miles north of downtown on the North Freeway (I-45); traffic is heavy during morning and evening rush. Remote economy parking lots serve all terminals via shuttle.
IAH–LFT Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to LFT
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) are connected by nonstop service from Copa Airlines, Emirates and United Airlines. With 112 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to LFT Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to LFT ranges from 1 hours 3 minutes to 1 hours 19 minutes. The route covers a distance of 201 miles (324 km). There are approximately 112 weekly flights outbound and 100 return, totaling 212 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
8 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via SAT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU).