Travelling from Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) to New York: what you need to know
Lafayette Regional Airport is located in Lafayette. Following the UTC-4 timezone, New York is one hour ahead of Lafayette.
To avoid rushing for your LFT to New York flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Travelling from central Lafayette to LFT takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 2 miles in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel near LFT? If you're catching an early flight from Lafayette Regional Airport to New York, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
Lafayette Regional Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 84.15% of flights that take off from LFT arrive at their destination without delay.
The address for LFT is 200 Terminal Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) to New York
The best price we've found for a one-way Lafayette Regional Airport to New York flight is £87. The cheapest price for a return flight is £182. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from LFT to New York. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
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Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is around 30 miles from central New York. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 50 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Lafayette Regional Airport to New York. Stay at one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
Grab a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car and discover New York and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Dollar and Sixt are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from LFT to New York.
The street address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
The centre of New York is located around 15 miles from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Once your flight from Lafayette Regional Airport to New York has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 30 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near EWR. Settle in and get cosy after your LFT to New York flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab queues. Grab a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the rates and availability from Dollar, Budget and Thrifty.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from EWR three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
You can find Newark Liberty International Airport at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is around 11 miles from the centre of New York. It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from Lafayette Regional Airport to New York.
The journey takes roughly 1 hour when travelling on public transport.
Book a hotel close to LGA and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you have a late LFT to New York flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these stays will have you settling in quickly:
Whether you'd like a zippy compact for a solo getaway or a roomy SUV to transport your group, you'll find the right LaGuardia Airport rental car for your needs. Browse the range of wheels available from companies such as Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty.
If you're searching for a vehicle with specific features, lock in your ride from LGA around two weeks ahead of your flight from Lafayette Regional Airport to New York. This improves your chances of getting the car you want, along with a better deal.
LaGuardia Airport's official address is Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
Before scheduling your flights from Lafayette Regional Airport to New York, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in New York offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Lock in a Lafayette Regional Airport to New York plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from LFT to New York around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about New York
Start your New York trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Lafayette Regional Airport to New York, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Empire State Building are must-do's during your New York adventure.
Explore more of United States
New York has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be discovered. Around 80 miles south-west of New York, a visit to Philadelphia will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If there's time to check out another corner of United States, head for Boston, about 190 miles north-east of New York. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are key reasons to visit.
