Direct (nonstop) flights from Lafayette to Houston

1 airline flys nonstop from Lafayette Rgnl (LFT) to George Bush Intcntl Houston (IAH). It's 201 miles (323 km), about 1h 16m in the air. Operated by United Airlines.

LFT
Lafayette Rgnl
🇺🇸 Lafayette, USA
IAH
George Bush Intcntl Houston
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
Flight Time
1h 16m
Distance
201 mi
323 km
CO₂/pax
37 kg
−95 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
United Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
LFT → IAH
Flight Time
1h 16m
Distance
201 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Lafayette to Houston with one stop · direct emits 37 kg CO₂ per passenger

LFT DFW (Dallas) IAH
Leg 1: 1h 40m (350 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (224 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 132 kg CO₂ (+257% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LFT → DFW
1h 40m · 350 mi
View LFT to DFW flights →
Leg 2
DFW → IAH
1h 15m · 224 mi
View DFW to IAH flights →
LFT ATL (Atlanta) IAH
Leg 1: 1h 48m (502 mi) Leg 2: 2h 18m (688 mi) Total: ~4h 6m 🍃 245 kg CO₂ (+562% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LFT → ATL
1h 48m · 502 mi
View LFT to ATL flights →
Leg 2
ATL → IAH
2h 18m · 688 mi
View ATL to IAH flights →
LFT CLT (Charlotte) IAH
Leg 1: 2h 23m (730 mi) Leg 2: 2h 53m (913 mi) Total: ~5h 16m 🍃 329 kg CO₂ (+789% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LFT → CLT
2h 23m · 730 mi
View LFT to CLT flights →
Leg 2
CLT → IAH
2h 53m · 913 mi
View CLT to IAH flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lafayette to Houston?

A nonstop flight from Lafayette (LFT) to Houston (IAH) takes approximately 1 hours and 16 minutes. The distance is 201 miles (323 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lafayette to Houston?

Just United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Lafayette to Houston?

Yes. 1 airline: United Airlines.

How far is Lafayette from Houston?

The flight distance from Lafayette to Houston is 201 miles (323 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Washington DC.

What type of aircraft flies from Lafayette to Houston?

At 1h 16m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Lafayette to Houston?

Roughly 37 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 185 km.

Is the return flight from Houston to Lafayette also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Lafayette to Houston?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Lafayette Rgnl for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.