Lafayette to Dallas-Fort Worth (LFT–DFW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LFT–DFW is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. American Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 351 miles in approximately 1h 3m. Beyond nonstop, 17 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: BA, GF, QF, QR | 78 | CR7, CR9, E70, E75 | 1h03-1h45 | – | Oneworld | BA, GF, QF, QR |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Dallas-Fort Worth from Lafayette
| Metric | LFT→DFW | BTR→DFW | LCH→DFW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LFT | – | 55 mi | 74 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 8 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 129 | 200 | 60 |
| Flight time | 1h 3m | 1h 39m | 1h 31m |
Travel Essentials
LFT: CDT · DFW: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Lafayette, it's 6:00 PM in Dallas-Fort Worth.
DART Orange Line runs to downtown Dallas (50 min, $3). TEXRail reaches downtown Fort Worth in 55 minutes ($2.50). Taxis and ride-shares cost $25–45 to either city center.Rental car facilities are at the south end. All terminals connect via the free Skylink train; this is an airside-only connection, so you must clear security first to use it.
Hot continental climate. Summers are intensely hot (35–40°C) with little rain. Winters are mild (3–12°C) but ice storms hit 2–3 times per year, causing major airport disruptions.
Spring (March–May) brings severe thunderstorms and tornado risk that regularly ground flights. Fall is the best travel window with moderate temperatures and low storm frequency.
LFT–DFW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LFT to DFW
Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines. With 129 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LFT to DFW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LFT to DFW ranges from 1 hours 3 minutes to 1 hours 47 minutes. The route covers a distance of 351 miles (564 km). There are approximately 129 weekly flights outbound and 136 return, totaling 265 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
17 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via HOU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Baton Rouge (BTR), Lake Charles (LCH) and Alexandria (AEX).