Travelling from Los Angeles to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
Start planning your trip by checking out the departure points for your flight from Los Angeles to Fort Lauderdale. Explore your options for leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY), two of the city's main airports.
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is the major arrival point in Fort Lauderdale.
The average length of a direct Los Angeles to Fort Lauderdale flight is 5 hours 5 minutes.
Fort Lauderdale's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Fort Lauderdale three hours ahead of Los Angeles.
With 32 weekly flights between the two airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is the most popular route. Board the earliest flight from Los Angeles to Fort Lauderdale with JetBlue Airways at 06:00. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from LAX to FLL is with Delta Air Lines at 23:30.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Los Angeles to Fort Lauderdale flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Fort Lauderdale
Book two months before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Los Angeles to Fort Lauderdale flights.
Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on plane tickets from Los Angeles to Fort Lauderdale. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Flying from Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
If you're after a direct flight from Los Angeles to Fort Lauderdale, you can depart from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Get from LAX to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) in one continuous trip.
Popular carriers that offer direct Los Angeles to Fort Lauderdale plane tickets from LAX include:
LAX is around 19 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Los Angeles to Fort Lauderdale or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
81.05% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of LAX.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Arriving in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 5 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
Book a hotel near FLL if you're coming in on a late flight from Los Angeles to Fort Lauderdale. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Renta Florida, OtoQ or Thrifty and explore beyond Fort Lauderdale's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
FLL is situated at 320 Terminal Drive.
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
July is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles to Fort Lauderdale. To escape the crowds, head to Fort Lauderdale in May.
Before locking in your Los Angeles to Fort Lauderdale tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Fort Lauderdale, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Fort Lauderdale in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
More about Fort Lauderdale
Start your Fort Lauderdale trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Fort Lauderdale, explore our selection of hotels including:
Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach and Bonnet House Museum and Gardens are just two of the top attractions to add to your Fort Lauderdale must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Jungle Queen Riverboat.
Explore more of United States
Fort Lauderdale has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. Around 499 kilometres north of Fort Lauderdale, a trip to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Miami is another standout destination 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.
