Travelling from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
Wilkes-Barre (the location of Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport) and Fort Lauderdale are in the same timezone — UTC-4.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your AVP to Fort Lauderdale flight.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
AVP is about 18 kilometres from central Wilkes-Barre. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to AVP? If you're catching an early flight from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport to Fort Lauderdale, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport's on-time performance, 78.82% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
The address for AVP is 100 Terminal Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) to Fort Lauderdale
R 1,479 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 3,431. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from AVP to Fort Lauderdale, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
The distance from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport to Fort Lauderdale. Book one of these accommodation options near FLL instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Renta Florida, OtoQ or Thrifty and explore beyond Fort Lauderdale's main sights.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from AVP to Fort Lauderdale.
FLL is located at 320 Terminal Drive.
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
Visit Fort Lauderdale in peak season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport to Fort Lauderdale during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
When booking your Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Fort Lauderdale, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from AVP to Fort Lauderdale around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Fort Lauderdale
After booking your flight from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport to Fort Lauderdale, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Fort Lauderdale:
Bonnet House Museum and Gardens and Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Fort Lauderdale must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Jungle Queen Riverboat.
Explore more of United States
Fort Lauderdale has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. Around 499 kilometres north of Fort Lauderdale, a trip to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Around 306 kilometres north-west of Fort Lauderdale, Tampa is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium.
