Travelling from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport is 2 hours 40 minutes.
Washington DC and Fort Lauderdale share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Choose from 42 weekly Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with JetBlue Airways is the earliest flight available. JetBlue Airways operates the latest service of the day at 20:00.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DCA to FLL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
With direct flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport available through various airlines, getting to Fort Lauderdale (and then other destinations in the United States) is a cinch. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
JetBlue is the top choice for travellers on this route.
With 79.53% of services arriving as planned, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating DCA to FLL flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between DCA and FLL include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Tampa International Airport
Norfolk International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport flight is R 1,065. A return plane ticket is currently R 2,218. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from DCA to FLL by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
When it comes to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near DCA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)
Consider booking a hotel near FLL if you're taking a late Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Fort Lauderdale International Airport rental car and explore Fort Lauderdale and beyond with your own wheels. Renta Florida, OtoQ and Thrifty are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Fort Lauderdale International Airport around three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale
FLL is located at 320 Terminal Drive.
Fort Lauderdale International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Fort Lauderdale. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Fort Lauderdale. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Fort Lauderdale during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DCA to FLL in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Fort Lauderdale has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 499 kilometres north of Fort Lauderdale, a visit to Jacksonville will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Miami is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 40 kilometres south of Fort Lauderdale. No trip is complete without experiencing Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami.