Lafayette to Tampa (LFT–TPA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
While no nonstop service exists between LFT and TPA, connecting options are available through 15 hubs.
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Tampa from Lafayette
| Metric | LFT→TPA | BTR→TPA | AEX→TPA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LFT | – | 55 mi | 84 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 0 | 4 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 1 | 2 | – |
| Flight time | 1h 24m | 1h 13m | 1h 36m |
Travel Essentials
LFT: CDT · TPA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Lafayette, it's 7:00 PM in Tampa.
Uber and Lyft pickup is on the lower level curb; typically $20–30 to downtown Tampa and $45–60 to St. Petersburg. Taxis at the rank run $25–35 to Tampa center. The HART bus (Route 30X) connects to downtown for $2.25 but is infrequent; check schedules before relying on it.Rental car counters are in the arrivals hall with a shuttle to the consolidated rental facility. I-275 provides direct access north to downtown and south toward St. Pete. The airport's people mover system is free and connects all areas of the terminal complex.
Humid subtropical climate. Tampa is called the "lightning capital of North America." Afternoon thunderstorms are nearly daily from June through September, causing frequent ground stops and gate holds during summer afternoons. Summer afternoon flights routinely run late.
Hurricane season (June–November) poses storm surge and wind risk. Direct hits are rare, but evacuations periodically affect the region. Winter (December–February) is mild at 14–23°C with very low disruption risk. Spring (March–May) is the most comfortable season.
LFT–TPA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LFT to TPA
Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
LFT to TPA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LFT to TPA ranges from 1 hours 24 minutes. The route covers a distance of 591 miles (951 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
15 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via PNS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Baton Rouge (BTR), Alexandria (AEX) and New Orleans (MSY).