Travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
Rio de Janeiro's main base, Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale.
Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL) is where your flight will arrive in Fort Lauderdale.
Fort Lauderdale's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Fort Lauderdale two hours behind Rio de Janeiro.
Leave enough time to get on your Rio de Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like December? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale
To pick up cheap Rio de Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale flights, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Flying from Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing Rio de Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale flights leaving from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Bogota Airport (BOG)
GIG is around 13 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Searching for a handy hotel near Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Rio de Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, 79% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Arriving in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 5 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near FLL if you have a late flight from Rio de Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Fort Lauderdale International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Renta Florida, OtoQ or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of Fort Lauderdale and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Fort Lauderdale International Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.
Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE)
If you're staying in Fort Lauderdale's centre (or just want to explore straight away), the city is around 8 kilometres from Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE). Look for any information kiosks to point you in the right direction after hopping off your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near FXE. Tuck yourself in after your Rio de Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale flight at one of these well-located options:
Pick up a Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport rental car and experience more with your own wheels. National is just moments from arrivals, ensuring a fast and easy pick-up.
Usually, the sooner you book, the better the deals and selection of vehicles. Lock in your ride from FXE once you know your travel dates.
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
April is the most popular month for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Fort Lauderdale in March.
Lock in a Rio de Janeiro 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 Rio de Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
More about Fort Lauderdale
Once you've booked your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Fort Lauderdale:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Las Olas Beach, Playa las Olas and Museum of Discovery and Science are must-visits when exploring Fort Lauderdale.
Explore more of the United States
Fort Lauderdale has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 483 kilometres north of Fort Lauderdale, a trip to Jacksonville will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like St. John's Cathedral, MOCA (Museum Of Contemporary Art), Jacksonville and Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Miami is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 40 kilometres south of Fort Lauderdale. No journey is complete without seeing Close Beach, Ocean Dr and Port of Miami.
