Flying from Houston to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
Start your trip planning by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Houston to Fort Lauderdale. Explore your options for setting off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), two of the city's main airports.
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is the major arrival point in Fort Lauderdale.
Around 2 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Houston to Fort Lauderdale flight.
Fort Lauderdale's timezone is UTC-4, making Fort Lauderdale one hour ahead of Houston.
With 39 flights a week between the two airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is the most popular route. Hop on the first flight from Houston to Fort Lauderdale with Spirit Airlines at 05:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest departure from IAH to FLL is with Spirit Airlines at 20:16.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your Houston to Fort Lauderdale flight.
If you're heading away during a peak month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during high seasons like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Fort Lauderdale
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Houston to Fort Lauderdale is R 690. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 1,573. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To snag cheap Houston to Fort Lauderdale flights, book your trip two months ahead of your departure date.
May is the best month for scoring an amazing deal on a plane ticket from Houston to Fort Lauderdale. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Flying from Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You can get a direct flight from Houston to Fort Lauderdale departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Begin your trip at IAH and end it at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
United Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct Houston to Fort Lauderdale plane tickets leaving from IAH.
Located around 21 kilometres from central Houston, IAH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Houston to Fort Lauderdale? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
When it comes to George Bush Intercontinental Airport's on-time performance, 78.42% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
IAH's address is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
You can take a direct flight from Houston to Fort Lauderdale departing from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Start your journey at HOU and touch down at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
Southwest Airlines offers direct Houston to Fort Lauderdale plane tickets from HOU. Book your preferred aisle seat and reach your destination in a single stretch.
You can get to HOU from central Houston in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 16 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your flight from Houston to Fort Lauderdale:
William P. Hobby Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 81.06% of flights taking off from here arrive right when they're supposed to.
The street address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is approximately 5 kilometres from central Fort Lauderdale. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 15 minutes.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Houston to Fort Lauderdale. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FLL instead:
Pick up a Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport rental car and explore Fort Lauderdale and beyond with your own set of wheels. Renta Florida, OtoQ and Thrifty are top providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport about three weeks ahead of your Houston to Fort Lauderdale flight.
FLL is located at 320 Terminal Drive.
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Houston to Fort Lauderdale. July is the busiest month to visit Fort Lauderdale. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Book a Houston to Fort Lauderdale ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Fort Lauderdale to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Houston to Fort Lauderdale in January when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Fort Lauderdale
Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Fort Lauderdale, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Fort Lauderdale:
Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach and Bonnet House Museum and Gardens are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Fort Lauderdale must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Jungle Queen Riverboat.
Explore more of United States
Fort Lauderdale is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be discovered. About 499 kilometres north of Fort Lauderdale, a visit to Jacksonville will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Miami is another essential stop in United States and is around 40 kilometres south of Fort Lauderdale. No trip is complete without visiting Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.
