Travelling from Lafayette Airport (LFT) to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know
The timezone in Detroit is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Lafayette.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your LFT to DTW flight.
Travelling during a peak month like November? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Lafayette Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between LFT and DTW include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lafayette Airport (LFT) to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
$436 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Lafayette Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flight. Return flights start from $458. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from LFT to DTW. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Lafayette Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from LFT to DTW.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Lafayette Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport.
Handy information about Lafayette Airport (LFT)
The address for LFT is 200 Terminal Drive.
Lafayette Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from LFT arrive on schedule 80% of the time.
To reach Lafayette Airport from central Lafayette, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Lafayette Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near LFT:
Arriving at Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Lafayette Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DTW instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Detroit Wayne County Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Detroit and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Detroit Wayne County Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit
DTW is located at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
From Detroit Wayne County Airport, Detroit is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
July is the most popular month for flights from Lafayette Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Detroit in March.
The warmest month in Detroit is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Lafayette Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LFT to DTW sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Detroit, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel around 386 kilometres west to Chicago to check off its leading attractions. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 257 kilometres south of Detroit, Columbus is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
