Purdue University Airport – LAF Lafayette
Owned by Purdue University, Purdue University Airport is a public airport that serves the city of Lafayette, Indiana. It is situated 2.3 miles southwest of Lafayette’s central business district. The airport is the second busiest airport in Indiana next to Indianapolis International Airport. The National Plan of Integrated Airports System has classified Purdue University Airport as a general aviation airport. The airport facility does not serve commercial flights anymore. American Connection was the last airline that operated in the airport before ceasing operations on February 15, 2004.
Best Time to Visit
LAF-Purdue University Airport is consisting of two asphalt-paved runways and one passenger terminal which was used for commercial service until February in 2004. Indianapolisis one of the cities close to LAF and is the state capital of Indiana. The city is known for hosting number of international multi-sports events and for hosting yearly the Indianapolis 500, the world’s biggest single-day sporting event.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Hampton Inn & Suites Lafayette is one of the great places to stay near the Purdue University Airport (LAF). The hotel is situated just across the Purdue University and offers accommodation with an indoor pool. A modern fitness center and a 24-hour pantry where guests can choose through a wide selection of snacks and travel essentials are available on site. The Union Club Purdue University and the comfy Holiday Inn Lafayette-City Centre are also great hotels just a few miles from the airport.
Another airport serving commercial air transport in Indiana is IND-Indianapolis International Airport.
