Travelling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
Around 3 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale.
Fort Lauderdale's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Detroit (the location of Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport).
With 39 weekly flights between the two airports, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is the most popular route. Spirit Airlines operates the earliest flight at 05:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest flight from DTW to FLL is with Delta Air Lines at 21:15.
To avoid missing your DTW to Fort Lauderdale flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Start your trip at DTW and travel straight to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). That will be your arrival point when searching for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale tickets.
Book your ticket with Delta Air Lines. This airline operates direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale.
The journey from central Detroit to DTW takes around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near DTW:
75.1% of flights that leave from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport reach their destination on time.
DTW is located at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale
The best price we've seen for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight is R 715. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,451. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from DTW to Fort Lauderdale, book your trip one month ahead of your planned departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring an epic deal on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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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 takes about 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to FLL if you're coming in on a late flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale. Select one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Go where the road takes you with a Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Renta Florida, OtoQ or Thrifty and find adventure across Fort Lauderdale and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from DTW to Fort Lauderdale.
You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
Before booking your flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Fort Lauderdale offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Book a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DTW to Fort Lauderdale in January when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Fort Lauderdale
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Fort Lauderdale right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Bonnet House Museum and Gardens, Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach and Jungle Queen Riverboat are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Fort Lauderdale itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Fort Lauderdale, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Travel about 499 kilometres north to Jacksonville to check off its must-visit sights. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 306 kilometres north-west of Fort Lauderdale, Tampa is another essential stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium.
