$174 Cheap flight deals from San Francisco (SJC) to Lake Charles (LCH)

San Francisco International Airport Information

The San Francisco International Airport (Highway 101 near the junction of Highway 380) is the primary commercial passenger airport serving San Francisco and the surrounding areas. The airport hosts most international and domestic airlines offering cheap flights from San Francisco. You can also use Orbitz.com to book an alternate flight out of Oakland International Airport (1 Oakland Drive, Oakland) or San Jose International Airport (2065 Airport Boulevard, San Jose).

Parking at San Francisco International Airport

San Francisco International's parking garages are a 10-minute walk or less from the gates, and there is free shuttle service from the long-term lots. Parking costs anywhere from $18 to $38 per day, depending on the option you choose. If you've used Orbitz.com to book your discount flights, you may have saved enough to justify spending the extra money to use the airport's valet parking service.

Ground Transportation Information

A taxi, limousine or shared-ride van to the airport will cost anywhere from $17 to $40. Factor in plenty of extra travel time for the 13-mile ride, as rush-hour traffic can be brutal. You can also use the public BART system or the SamTrans public bus service, both of which will cost you less than $10. Don't forget to use Orbitz.com before you leave to book a rental car in your destination city.

Restaurant Options at the Airport

The San Francisco airport has roughly 50 eateries where you can grab a coffee or have a light meal. Most of the restaurants and cafes are located within the terminals past the security checkpoint, but there are a few restaurants before you reach the security gates. Have a great flight to your final destination, and don't forget to use Orbitz.com the next time you're looking for cheap flights from San Francisco.

Lake Charles Regional Airport

Use Orbitz.com to find the best deals on cheap flights to Lake Charles. Lake Charles Regional Airport (500 Airport Blvd.) provides air service to the area. Located approximately seven miles from the heart of the city, this airport offers service from two of the top commercial airlines. United Airlines provides nonstop service to Houston Intercontinental Airport, while American Airlines offers nonstop service to Dallas Fort-Worth Airport.

Transportation from Lake Charles Regional Airport

If you would like to drive yourself from the airport, Orbitz.com can help you book a rental car. Avis, Budget, National and Enterprise all have locations within the airport. Superior Limo and Superior Taxi are also available to pick you up at the airport.

Weather in Lake Charles

Weather is variable in Lake Charles, so you should check the forecast before you pack. Winters are mild, with average lows in the 40s and highs in the 60s. Spring temperatures range from the 50s to upper 60s. Summers are generally hot, with lows in the 70s and highs in the 90s. In fall, the city starts to cool back down, with lows in 50s and 60s and highs in the 70s and 80s.

Lake Charles Attractions

Many people visit Lake Charles to hunt and fish, but the city also has many museums, art galleries, sporting facilities and parks. The Delta Downs Racetrack Casino & Hotel and the Isle of Capri Casino Hotel Lake Charles both offer a wide array of gaming, dining and entertainment options for you to enjoy during your visit. To start planning your trip and find cheap flights to Lake Charles, visit Orbitz.com.