Travelling from Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL) to Maui Kahului Airport (OGG): what you need to know
The timezone in Kahului is UTC-10, which is five hours behind Fort Lauderdale.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your FLL to OGG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak month like April? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Fort Lauderdale International Airport to Maui Kahului Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between FLL and OGG:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Denver International Airport
Handy information about Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)
The address for FLL is 320 Terminal Drive.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Fort Lauderdale International Airport, 75% of flights complete their journey on time.
Fort Lauderdale International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Fort Lauderdale. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Fort Lauderdale International Airport to Maui Kahului Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near FLL:
Arriving at Maui Kahului Airport (OGG)
Book a hotel near OGG if you're on a late Fort Lauderdale International Airport to Maui Kahului Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Maui Kahului Airport rental car and discover Kahului and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Ace Rent a Car are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Maui Kahului Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
When to fly to Maui Kahului Airport (OGG)
July is the busiest month for flights from Fort Lauderdale International Airport to Maui Kahului Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Kahului in March.
Before locking in your flight from Fort Lauderdale International Airport to Maui Kahului Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. September is the warmest month in Kahului, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FLL to OGG in February. Temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Kahului has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 153 kilometres west of Kahului, a trip to Honolulu will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Pacific Ocean, Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbour.