Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Norfolk International Airport (ORF): What you need to know
Your next big escape starts at Fort Lauderdale's main airport, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Check out your options for catching a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Norfolk International Airport (ORF) leaving from this base.
2 hours 15 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Fort Lauderdale to Norfolk International Airport flight.
Fort Lauderdale and Norfolk (where Norfolk International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch once you arrive.
Choose from 6 direct services a week between Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Norfolk International Airport (ORF). This is the most popular route, with Spirit Airlines offering a 7:30am departure from FLL to ORF.
To ensure you catch your flight from Fort Lauderdale to ORF, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
With more people on the move during busy periods like March, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Fort Lauderdale to Norfolk International Airport (ORF) take off from this terminal.
When leaving from FLL, you can take a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Norfolk International Airport with JetBlue Airways.
JetBlue is the airline most travellers choose for flights from FLL to ORF.
Among carriers on this route, jetBlue has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
FLL is around 11 kilometres from central Fort Lauderdale. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Norfolk International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, 75% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
FLL is located at 320 Terminal Drive.
About Norfolk International Airport (ORF)
Reserve a hotel close to ORF if you have a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Norfolk International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Fort Lauderdale to Norfolk International Airport flight.
ORF is located at 2200 Norview Ave..
Getting from Norfolk International Airport (ORF) to central Norfolk
From Norfolk International Airport, central Norfolk is around 13 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Norfolk International Airport (ORF)
R 1,157 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Norfolk International Airport. A return flight starts from R 2,114. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to ORF, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Norfolk International Airport (ORF)
December is the quietest month for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Norfolk International Airport (ORF), while July is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Norfolk based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Fort Lauderdale to ORF plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Norfolk, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Norfolk International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Norfolk
Start your Norfolk trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Norfolk International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Your Norfolk trip isn't complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions you won't want to miss include Martin Luther King Jr Memorial, The Chrysler Museum Glass Studio and Chrysler Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
Baltimore is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Norfolk. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
Around 241 kilometres north of Norfolk, Washington DC is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Lincoln Memorial, The White House and Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.
