Travelling from Fort Lauderdale to Key West International Airport (EYW): What you need to know
Your adventure will begin at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), the main airport in Fort Lauderdale. Look for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Key West International Airport (EYW) that depart from this terminal.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 5 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Fort Lauderdale to Key West International Airport flight.
Key West's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Fort Lauderdale. Key West International Airport is located in Key West.
Take your pick of 7 direct flights a week between Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Key West International Airport (EYW). This is the busiest route, with Silver Airways offering a 5pm departure from FLL to EYW.
Your flight from Fort Lauderdale to EYW won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
You can book a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Key West International Airport (EYW) leaving from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
You can travel on a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Key West International Airport with Silver Airways. This well-known airline operates departures from FLL.
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with Silver Airways from FLL to EYW.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is Silver Airways.
The journey from central Fort Lauderdale to FLL takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Key West International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of the flights that depart from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, 73.74% land on time at their destination.
FLL is located at 320 Terminal Drive.
About Key West International Airport (EYW)
Have a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Key West International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near EYW and shut your eyes sooner:
Pick up a Key West International Airport rental car and explore Key West and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Alamo and Budget are well-known companies to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your Fort Lauderdale to Key West International Airport flight.
The address for EYW is 3491 South Roosevelt Boulevard.
Getting from Key West International Airport (EYW) to central Key West
Central Key West is around 3 kilometres from Key West International Airport and takes about 5 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, cab or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Key West International Airport (EYW)
R 990 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Key West International Airport. A return flight starts from R 2,011. These prices can change depending on demand.
To find cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to EYW, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Key West International Airport (EYW)
Think about your travel style when deciding when to fly. February is the quietest month to visit Key West. July is when most people book flights from Fort Lauderdale to Key West International Airport (EYW), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
Book a Fort Lauderdale to EYW plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Key West to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Key West International Airport in January when temperatures are between 18ºC (64ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Key West
Start your Key West trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Key West International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. South Beach, Mallory Square and Dry Tortugas are essential stops on your Key West itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Miami is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Key West. Around 209 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Ocean Drive, Beach and La Playa De Miami.
Around 209 kilometres north-east of Key West, Hialeah is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Miami Watersports Complex, Hialeah Park Racing & Casino and Hialeah Park.
