Flying from Cape Town Airport (CPT) to Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL): what you need to know
Fort Lauderdale is seven hours behind Cape Town and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CPT to FLL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like November, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cape Town Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CPT and FLL:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
New York Newark Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town Airport (CPT) to Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)
R 12,044 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cape Town Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 15,910. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CPT to FLL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cape Town Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from CPT to FLL.
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Handy information about Cape Town Airport (CPT)
Cape Town Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from CPT arrive on schedule 81% of the time.
Central Cape Town to Cape Town Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The trip on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Cape Town Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to CPT:
Arriving at Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Cape Town Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FLL instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Fort Lauderdale International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Renta Florida, OtoQ or Thrifty and explore beyond Fort Lauderdale's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Fort Lauderdale International Airport about three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale
You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.
From Fort Lauderdale International Airport, Fort Lauderdale is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
When to fly to Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Cape Town Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Fort Lauderdale. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Cape Town Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Fort Lauderdale, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CPT to FLL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Fort Lauderdale has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. About 499 kilometres north of Fort Lauderdale, a trip to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Miami is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 40 kilometres south of Fort Lauderdale. No journey is complete without seeing Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami.