Fort Wayne, Indiana

Private charter · LAF → FWA

West Lafayette to Fort Wayne

99 miles, about 35 min in a Cirrus SR20. One price for the whole airplane.

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The trip

West Lafayette to Fort Wayne, door to door faster.

Trade about 2½ hours on the road for about 35 min in the air. Littlebird flies you direct from Purdue University Airport in West Lafayette to Fort Wayne International Airport in Fort Wayne, 99 miles in a Cirrus SR20. You get the whole airplane for one price, with every fee and tax shown before you book.

Distance
99 mi
Flight
35 min
Driving
2½ hours
Passengers
Up to 5
LAFWest LafayetteFWAFort Wayne
LAF → FWA99 miles direct

Flight time by aircraft

  • Cirrus SR20 · up to 3 passengers35 min
  • Cirrus Vision Jet · up to 5 passengers20 min

Planned times in the air. Your quote shows exact departure and arrival times.

Departing West Lafayette

Airports in West Lafayette

  • LAF

    Commercial airport

    Purdue University Airport

    West Lafayette · KLAF

    From downtown
    2 mi
    Longest runway
    6,600 ft

  • KMCX

    Regional airport

    White County Airport

    Monticello

    From downtown
    20 mi
    Longest runway
    5,001 ft

  • KFKR

    Regional airport

    Frankfort Clinton County Regional Airport

    Frankfort

    From downtown
    22 mi
    Longest runway
    5,000 ft

Arriving Fort Wayne

Airports in Fort Wayne

  • FWA

    Commercial airport

    Fort Wayne International Airport

    Fort Wayne · KFWA

    From downtown
    8 mi
    Longest runway
    11,981 ft

  • SMD

    Regional airport

    Smith Field

    Fort Wayne · KSMD

    From downtown
    4 mi
    Longest runway
    3,126 ft

  • KGWB

    Regional airport

    De Kalb County Airport

    Auburn

    From downtown
    16 mi
    Longest runway
    7,106 ft

  • KHHG

    Regional airport

    Huntington Municipal Airport

    Huntington

    From downtown
    23 mi
    Longest runway
    5,001 ft

  • KC62

    Regional airport

    Kendallville Municipal Airport

    Kendallville

    From downtown
    28 mi
    Longest runway
    4,400 ft

When you land

Things to do in Fort Wayne

Fort Wayne is Indiana’s second-largest city, set where three rivers meet in the northeast corner of the state. Manufacturing has long been the backbone of its economy, from the General Motors truck plant just southwest of the city to defense electronics firms, steel processors and medical device makers. Healthcare, insurance and logistics are also important, and Parkview Health and Lutheran Health Network make the city a regional medical center. A wave of downtown investment, including Promenade Park along the riverfront, has given Fort Wayne new energy.

  1. 01

    Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo

    Consistently ranked among the best zoos in the country, it features an African journey, Australian Adventure and Indonesian rainforest exhibits.

  2. 02

    Promenade Park and the Riverfront

    Downtown’s revitalized riverfront offers a tree-canopy trail, kayak and canoe rentals, events, restaurants and walking paths along the St. Marys River.

  3. 03

    Allen County Public Library Genealogy Center

    Holding one of the largest family history collections in the country, the library’s genealogy center draws researchers from around the world.

  4. 04

    Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory

    Downtown, the conservatory features tropical, desert and seasonal show gardens under glass, a welcome escape during Indiana winters.

  5. 05

    Parkview Field

    Home to the Fort Wayne TinCaps, the minor league affiliate of the San Diego Padres, this downtown ballpark is known for its fan experience.

  6. 06

    Embassy Theatre

    Built in 1928, this ornate movie palace hosts concerts, Broadway tours and performances, and is home to the Fort Wayne Philharmonic.

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Questions

West Lafayette to Fort Wayne flights

How long is a private flight from West Lafayette to Fort Wayne?

About 35 min in a Cirrus SR20, for 99 miles direct. Driving the same trip takes about 2½ hours.

Which airports do flights from West Lafayette to Fort Wayne use?

You can depart from Purdue University Airport (LAF), White County Airport (KMCX), or Frankfort Clinton County Regional Airport (KFKR) and arrive at Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA), Smith Field (SMD), or De Kalb County Airport (KGWB). Pick whichever is closest to where you're starting and where you're headed.

How much does a private charter from West Lafayette to Fort Wayne cost?

The price depends on the date, departure time, aircraft and where the airplane is positioned. Enter your trip above to see an instant price for the whole airplane, with every tax and fee included.

Can I book a round trip between West Lafayette and Fort Wayne?

Yes. Choose round trip when you search, and pick your return date and time. Flights from Fort Wayne back to West Lafayette are priced the same way.

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