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 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Gulf Air and British Airways lead the route. The flight covers 351 miles in approximately 1h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 7 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 42 | CR7, CR9 | 1h40-1h47 | – | Oneworld | – |
| GF Gulf Air | 21 | CR7, CR9 | 1h40-1h44 | – | – | – |
| BA British Airways | 7 | CR7 | 1h42 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
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 | 3 | 6 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 70 | 197 | 21 |
| Flight time | 1h 40m | 1h 39m | 1h 32m |
Travel Essentials
LFT: CDT · DFW: MDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Lafayette, it's 5:00 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, British Airways and Gulf Air. With 70 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 40 minutes to 1 hours 47 minutes. The route covers a distance of 351 miles (564 km). There are approximately 70 weekly flights outbound and 83 return, totaling 153 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
7 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via PNS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Baton Rouge (BTR), Lake Charles (LCH) and Alexandria (AEX).