Lansing, Michigan

Private charter · LAF → LAN

West Lafayette to Lansing

204 miles, about 1 hr 10 min in a Cirrus SR20. One price for the whole airplane.

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The trip

West Lafayette to Lansing, door to door faster.

Trade about 4½ hours on the road for about 1 hr 10 min in the air. Littlebird flies you direct from Purdue University Airport in West Lafayette to Capital Region International Airport in Lansing, 204 miles in a Cirrus SR20. You get the whole airplane for one price, with every fee and tax shown before you book.

Distance
204 mi
Flight
1 hr 10 min
Driving
4½ hours
Passengers
Up to 5
LAFWest LafayetteLANLansing
LAF → LAN204 miles direct

Flight time by aircraft

  • Cirrus SR20 · up to 3 passengers1 hr 10 min
  • Cirrus Vision Jet · up to 5 passengers40 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 Lansing

Airports in Lansing

  • LAN

    Commercial airport

    Capital Region International Airport

    Lansing · KLAN

    From downtown
    5 mi
    Longest runway
    8,506 ft

  • KTEW

    Regional airport

    Mason Jewett Field

    Mason

    From downtown
    12 mi
    Longest runway
    4,002 ft

  • KFPK

    Regional airport

    Fitch H Beach Airport

    Charlotte

    From downtown
    16 mi
    Longest runway
    3,510 ft

  • KRNP

    Regional airport

    Owosso Community Airport

    Owosso

    From downtown
    29 mi
    Longest runway
    4,300 ft

  • KOZW

    Regional airport

    Livingston County Spencer J. Hardy Airport

    Howell

    From downtown
    30 mi
    Longest runway
    5,002 ft

  • K4D0

    Regional airport

    Abrams Municipal Airport

    Grand Ledge

    From downtown
    10 mi
    Longest runway
    3,200 ft

When you land

Things to do in Lansing

Lansing is Michigan’s capital and, together with East Lansing, home to Michigan State University, one of the largest universities in the country. State government brings a constant flow of lobbyists, attorneys and officials, while the university’s research, agriculture and medical programs draw visitors from around the world. The region also has deep automotive roots, with General Motors assembly plants nearby, and it is a center for insurance and financial services, with several large insurers headquartered in the area.

  1. 01

    Michigan State Capitol

    Completed in 1879 and carefully restored, the Capitol is known for its painted ceilings, faux finishes and glass-floored rotunda. Free guided tours are offered.

  2. 02

    Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum

    On the Michigan State campus, this museum designed by Zaha Hadid features angular stainless steel and glass walls and contemporary exhibitions, with free admission.

  3. 03

    Wharton Center for Performing Arts

    MSU’s performing arts center presents touring Broadway shows, concerts and dance, and is one of the busiest venues in the state.

  4. 04

    MSU Dairy Store

    The university’s own dairy store scoops ice cream and sells cheese made on campus, a beloved stop for students, alumni and visiting families.

  5. 05

    R.E. Olds Transportation Museum

    Named for the founder of Oldsmobile and REO, this museum tells the story of Lansing’s automotive history with dozens of vehicles built in the city.

  6. 06

    Lansing River Trail

    This paved trail follows the Grand and Red Cedar rivers for miles, linking downtown, Potter Park Zoo, Old Town and the Michigan State campus.

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Questions

West Lafayette to Lansing flights

How long is a private flight from West Lafayette to Lansing?

About 1 hr 10 min in a Cirrus SR20, for 204 miles direct. Driving the same trip takes about 4½ hours.

Which airports do flights from West Lafayette to Lansing use?

You can depart from Purdue University Airport (LAF), White County Airport (KMCX), or Frankfort Clinton County Regional Airport (KFKR) and arrive at Capital Region International Airport (LAN), Mason Jewett Field (KTEW), or Fitch H Beach Airport (KFPK). Pick whichever is closest to where you're starting and where you're headed.

How much does a private charter from West Lafayette to Lansing 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 Lansing?

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

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