Lafayette, LA LFT to Atlanta, GA ATL Flights

The earliest flight from Lafayette, LA to Atlanta, GA leaves at 5:15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest flight from Lafayette, LA to Atlanta, GA leaves at 8:20 PM.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lafayette, LA and Atlanta, GA including taking a bus and train.

Since neither Lafayette, LA nor Atlanta, GA are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United States and United States. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.

There is a time difference of 1 h between Lafayette, LA and Atlanta, GA all year round.

The best events to attend in Atlanta, GA include:

• Peachtree Road Race, the largest 10K race in the U.S. held on July 4th
• Atlanta Film Festival, a showcase of independent films and filmmakers every spring
• Music Midtown, a two-day music festival featuring top artists in September
• Dragon Con, a multi-genre convention celebrating pop culture and fandom over Labor Day weekend.

The best holidays to experience in Atlanta, GA include:

• New Year's Day, a fresh start to the year with various local celebrations
• Martin Luther King Jr. Day, honoring the legacy of civil rights with community events and parades
• Memorial Day, marking the unofficial start of summer with outdoor activities and gatherings
• Independence Day, patriotic celebrations including fireworks and barbecues
• Thanksgiving, a time for family gatherings and traditional feasts.

The best season to visit Atlanta, GA is Spring or Fall. The best weather to explore Atlanta, GA is during April-June or September-November.

For domestic flights we recommend to arrive 1.5 to 2 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e.g., 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs). Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you. Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.