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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,302. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Fort Lauderdale.R 815 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Sep.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Orlando International on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 815, select.
Fort Lauderdale.R 954 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Dec.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Orlando International on Sat, 12 Dec, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 954, select.
Fort Lauderdale.R 957 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Orlando International on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 957, select.
Fort Lauderdale.R 957 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Aug.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Orlando International on Sat, 8 Aug, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 957, select.
Fort Lauderdale.R 1,177 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Orlando International on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,177, select.
Fort Lauderdale.R 1,212 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Orlando International on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,212, select.
Fort Lauderdale.R 1,323 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Orlando International on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,323, select.
Fort Lauderdale.R 1,525 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Orlando International on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,525, select.
Fort Lauderdale.R 1,822 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Mar.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from Orlando International on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,822, select.
Fort Lauderdale.R 1,827 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from Orlando International on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,827, select.
Fort Lauderdale.R 2,178 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Feb.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Orlando International on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,178, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Orlando to Fort Lauderdale flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from R 1,323
Aug
from R 957
Sep
from R 815
Oct
from R 1,177
Nov
from R 957
Dec
from R 954
Jan
from R 1,827
Feb
from R 2,178
Mar
from R 1,822
Apr
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Direct flights from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale

Alternative Orlando to Fort Lauderdale routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Fort Lauderdale International

5km from central Fort Lauderdale
Closest
from R 815
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Fort Lauderdale Executive

9km from central Fort Lauderdale
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Miami Opa Locka

28km from central Fort Lauderdale
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Miami International

39km from central Fort Lauderdale
Cheapest
from R 807
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West Palm Beach International

62km from central Fort Lauderdale
from R 1,290
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Orlando to Fort Lauderdale: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 815
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 10 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week28

Finding cheap flights from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Fort Lauderdale: Fort Lauderdale International, Fort Lauderdale Executive, Miami Opa Locka, Miami International, and West Palm Beach International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale is R 1,909. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale.
Southwest Airlines and jetBlue fly direct from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale.
As of July 2026, there are 28 flights per week flying from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale.
The cheapest month to fly from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale is usually September.
If you're flying from Orlando, the cheapest airport near Fort Lauderdale is Fort Lauderdale International – which is 5.4 km away from the centre of Fort Lauderdale. We've found flights into this airport from R 1,909.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale on Saturday, 19 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 10 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Fort Lauderdale but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Fort Lauderdale is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. August is typically the warmest month in Fort Lauderdale, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 18°C. The rainiest month is June.
The cheapest airline that flies to Fort Lauderdale is Southwest Airlines .

Flying from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know

  • Start your trip planning by checking out the most convenient departure point for your flight from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale. Explore your options for setting off from Orlando International Airport (MCO) or Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB), two of the city's main airports.

  • Get off the plane at Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL). This is Fort Lauderdale's primary arrival point.

  • Around 1 hour 5 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Orlando to Fort Lauderdale flight.

  • Orlando and Fort Lauderdale share the same timezone, UTC-5.

  • The most popular route for flights from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale is Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL). You'll find 25 services that connect these two airports every week.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to make your Orlando to Fort Lauderdale flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale

  • To pick up cheap Orlando to Fort Lauderdale flights, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for your plane ticket from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Find an affordable Orlando to Fort Lauderdale flight with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Orlando

Orlando International Airport (MCO)

  • If you're searching for a direct flight from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale, you can leave from Orlando International Airport (MCO). Travel from MCO to Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL) in one seamless journey.

  • Top airlines that offer direct Orlando to Fort Lauderdale plane tickets departing from MCO include:

  • Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Orlando, MCO can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour.

  • After a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Orlando International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:

  • When it comes to Orlando International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

  • You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.

Arriving in Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)

  • Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 5 kilometres away.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 35 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near FLL:

  • Pick up a Fort Lauderdale 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.

  • Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Fort Lauderdale International Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.

  • FLL is located at 320 Terminal Drive.

Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE)

  • If you're staying in Fort Lauderdale's centre (or just want to see the sights straight away), the city is around 8 kilometres from Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE). Keep an eye out for any information desks for help with directions after disembarking your flight from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to FXE. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale:

  • Why base your plans around someone else's schedule? Grab a Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport rental car and take charge of your own adventure. Book your wheels here with National.

  • Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from FXE a few weeks in advance so you can just get the keys and go.

Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale. April is the busiest month for a trip to Fort Lauderdale. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.

  • Book a Orlando to Fort Lauderdale ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Fort Lauderdale to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • Look for cheap flights from Orlando 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

Explore more of the United States

  • Fort Lauderdale is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. Around 483 kilometres north of Fort Lauderdale, a trip to Jacksonville will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like St. John's Cathedral, MOCA (Museum Of Contemporary Art), Jacksonville and Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.

  • Around 40 kilometres south of Fort Lauderdale, Miami is another favourite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Close Beach, Ocean Dr and Port of Miami.

Plan the rest of your trip from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale

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