Cheap Flights To La Crosse (LSE)

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Cheap Flights to La Crosse from $230 One Way, $360 Round Trip

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La Crosse Flight Information

Traveling To
La Crosse
Destination Airport IATA Code
LSE
Number of Airlines Serving
Airlines
American Airlines
Flight Price
$360
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Flying to La Crosse, Wisconsin

La Crosse is a small city in western Wisconsin, close to the border of Minnesota. The city is welcoming and friendly and can be accessed easily from major cities across the Midwest. With Orbitz.com, you can book budget flights to La Crosse, and you can also use the built-in travel planner tools to manage all of your trip reservations.

Airport in La Crosse

The La Crosse Municipal Airport serves the city and many surrounding towns in central Wisconsin and southern Minnesota. The airport is located 7 miles north of the city on French Island, just off of Interstate 90. The easiest way to get into La Crosse is by rental car. Hertz, Avis, Budget, National and Alamo all have rental locations at the airport. Taxis are also available, and the drive into the city takes about 15 minutes. Many local hotels offer free shuttle service from the airport. If you have active duty military status and are heading to Fort McCoy, you can take the free shuttle to the base from the airport. The cheapest way to get into the city is aboard the Route 7 MTU bus, which costs $1.50 and takes about 30 minutes to get downtown.

Highlights of La Crosse

La Crosse is home to three universities, which lends the city a young, lively feeling. The city sits on the Mississippi River, and the most popular attractions involve the outdoors. Riverside Park offers river views and extensive running and walking trails, and you can enjoy panoramic views from Grandad Bluff. For a unique perspective of the river, check out the Mississippi Explorer Day Cruises. If you're traveling with children, don't miss the Children's Museum of La Crosse for interactive exhibits. The best time of year to visit La Crosse is during the late spring and early fall, when humidity is low, and most days average 70 degrees Fahrenheit. In the winter, pack heavy, warm clothing to prepare for temperatures that frequently drop below 20 degrees Fahrenheit.

Experience La Crosse

Whether you are coming to La Crosse for business or pleasure, you will find a welcoming atmosphere and a range of activities. With Orbitz.com, you can book cheap flights to La Crosse and find great deals on local hotels.

Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to La Crosse?
Find a flight that suits your schedule among the 20 airlines that operate services to and from La Crosse Municipal Airport (LSE). Book early and lock in an awesome deal with one of these carriers:

  • American Airlines - 26 flights to La Crosse per month
  • Delta - 9 flights to La Crosse per month

What is the best airport to fly to in La Crosse?
La Crosse Municipal Airport (LSE) is the gateway to the city, so your only tough decision will be the window seat or the aisle seat. The center of La Crosse is around 4 miles away and where many visitors kick off their adventure.
How much is a flight to La Crosse?
Fares for return flights fell as low as $360 this week to La Crosse, and increased to a peak of $490. Jet-setters departing Fort Myers (RSW) managed to score one-way flights starting at just $230.
How to book the cheapest flight to La Crosse?
With some of the most competitive flight deals around, you’ll always jet for less with Orbitz. The following tips and hints will help you find cheap flights to La Crosse — and leave you with cash to spare:

  • Consider departing from or arriving at nearby airports to save cash. Enter your preferred departure and arrival points in the form fields, then choose the ‘Nearby airports’ function below. It will list any available options.
  • Similarly, click on the ‘Show flexible dates’ option to compare the airfares on days around your selected departure. It’s possible to find cheaper flight deals if you’re flexible with your plans.
  • To filter your results, click on ‘Show options.’ You can search based on airlines, seating class, nonstop flights and refundable flights. You can also select the time of day you’d like to fly under ‘Sort & Filter’ to the left.
  • Once you’ve worked out your travel dates, book your flight. Ticket prices normally climb as the departure date nears.
  • Think about bundling your flights, hotels and car rentals into an Orbitz package deal — the more you book, the more you save.
  • If you can, don’t travel in peak seasons. Airfares usually surge during school breaks, summer and around other vacation times like Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

What is the best time to book a flight to La Crosse?
On average, the cheapest month to book a plane ticket is January. This is closely followed by February then August. When searching for a cheap flight to La Crosse, make sure you’re ready to book. Cheap deals emerge suddenly and don’t hang around!
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to La Crosse?
When it comes to cheap fares to La Crosse, the best days to make a booking are generally Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. A rewarding flight deal is just clicks away with Orbitz.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to La Crosse?
Everybody enjoys saving money, so we suggest going earlier in the week to nab cheap flights to La Crosse. Orbitz data from 2020 shows you can score the best prices on flights that take off on Mondays. Tuesdays are the next cheapest day, while Saturdays are the costliest. Many people like to start their vacation at the end of the week, so leave those Saturdays for catching up with pals.
What is the cheapest month to fly to La Crosse?
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, think about jetting off sometime in August. Orbitz data has found that this is generally the best month to take off if you’re after cheap flights to La Crosse. As you might expect, fares increase in the busy month of June and flights book out fast.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
When searching for flights on Orbitz, choose “Filter by flexible change policies.” This filter will show you all the carriers offering free cancellation and no change fees. Relax knowing that if things unexpectedly change, your reservation can too.
What do I need for the flight to La Crosse?
The key to a comfortable flight is being well prepared. Listed below are some of our top tips to help you get ready for your journey:

  • Before you step foot on the plane, you’ll need to present some sort of government-issued ID, like your passport. You’ll also need your boarding pass. If you’re traveling with kids, check with your airline about which documents they may need.
  • Take some activities to keep you busy on your trip to La Crosse. Magazines, books and electronic gadgets like e-readers and laptops are good ideas. Don’t forget to take a bottle of water too. Even on short flights, it’s important to remain well-hydrated.
  • Whatever the weather outside, plane cabins can get cold. Take a sweater on board to keep yourself nice and toasty.

How many direct flights are there to La Crosse?
There are roughly 7 flights traveling directly to La Crosse per month. Depending on your point of departure, you may be able to find a nonstop ticket with American Airlines.
How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to La Crosse?
There are ways of booking business or first-class tickets to La Crosse that won’t burn through your budget. Bag a seat in the pointy end of the plane for less with these helpful tips:

  • Be more flexible with your travel dates and hold out for exclusive offers or sales on first or business-class airfares.
  • Many low-cost airlines these days offer comfortable business-class seating for a reasonable price.
  • Make a bid for an upgrade. Some carriers hold online auctions that let you offer a price for a seat up the front. You can also try upgrading with points earned through a flight rewards program.

How to get into La Crosse from the airport?
Organize a La Crosse Municipal Airport (LSE) car rental at La Crosse Municipal Airport (LSE) with one of the two reputable suppliers on-site, Hertz or Alamo. Central La Crosse is about 4 miles away to the south of LSE. After touching down, simply collect your ride and get there easily and comfortably. Public transportation and taxis are two other popular ways to travel into the center. Spend a couple of days soaking up the La Crosse atmosphere on foot, then head out further afield with one of our La Crosse car rentals located downtown.
What is the best time to go to La Crosse?
You’ll have plenty of fun whatever time of the year you choose to visit La Crosse, but May, August and September are the liveliest months. Want to fill up your itinerary with lots of warm-weather experiences? Plan your vacation close to June 20. This is when summer starts in the Northern Hemisphere. Expect the mercury to hover between 60 ºF and 75 ºF at this time of year.

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.