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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Diego to Fort Lauderdale? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,905. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Fort Lauderdale.R 1,448 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,448, select.
Fort Lauderdale.R 1,884 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,884, select.
Fort Lauderdale.R 1,941 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,941, select.
Fort Lauderdale.R 1,952 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,952, select.
Fort Lauderdale.R 1,953 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,953, select.
Fort Lauderdale.R 2,134 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Feb.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 20 Feb, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,134, select.
Fort Lauderdale.R 2,134 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Mar.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 24 Mar, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,134, select.
Fort Lauderdale.R 2,134 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Jan.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,134, select.
Fort Lauderdale.R 2,136 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Apr.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 18 Apr, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,136, select.
Fort Lauderdale.R 2,139 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Jun.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 4 Jun, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,139, select.
Fort Lauderdale.R 2,871 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Jul.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,871, select.
Fort Lauderdale.R 3,441 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Jan.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from San Diego International on Tue, 19 Jan, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,441, select.
Fort Lauderdale.R 3,546 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from San Diego International on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,546, select.
Fort Lauderdale.R 3,785 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Dec.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,785, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Fort Lauderdale

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego to Fort Lauderdale flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jul
from R 2,867
Aug
from R 1,882
Sep
from R 1,939
Oct
from R 1,446
Nov
from R 1,950
Dec
from R 1,950
Jan
from R 2,131
Feb
from R 2,132
Mar
from R 2,131
Apr
from R 2,134
May
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Jun
from R 2,137

Direct flights from San Diego to Fort Lauderdale

Alternative San Diego to Fort Lauderdale routes

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

Fort Lauderdale International

5km from central Fort Lauderdale
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from R 1,448
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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
from R 1,894
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West Palm Beach International

62km from central Fort Lauderdale
from R 2,563
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San Diego to Fort Lauderdale: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,446
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time4 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airlineAzul Airlines
Average flights per week126

Finding cheap flights from San Diego 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 San Diego to Fort Lauderdale is R 2,899. 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.
4 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from San Diego to Fort Lauderdale.
Azul Airlines, Alaska Airlines and jetBlue fly direct from San Diego to Fort Lauderdale.
As of July 2026, there are 126 flights per week flying from San Diego to Fort Lauderdale.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Fort Lauderdale is usually September.
If you're flying from San Diego, 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 2,899.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Diego to Fort Lauderdale on Tuesday, 22 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 55 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. And the cheapest airline that flies to Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport is Alaska Airlines.

Travelling from San Diego to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know

  • Start your trip planning by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from San Diego to Fort Lauderdale. Explore your options for setting off from San Diego International Airport (SAN) or McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD), two of the city's main airports.

  • Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL) is the chief entry point to Fort Lauderdale.

  • The average time for a direct San Diego to Fort Lauderdale flight is 4 hours 55 minutes.

  • The timezone in Fort Lauderdale is UTC-5, which is three hours ahead of San Diego.

  • With two weekly flights between the two airports, San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL) is the most popular route. Hop on the first flight from San Diego to Fort Lauderdale with Alaska Airlines at 08:00. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest flight from SAN to FLL is with Alaska Airlines at 13:56.

  • For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your San Diego to Fort Lauderdale flight.

  • Flying during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Fort Lauderdale

  • To find cheap San Diego to Fort Lauderdale flights, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.

  • Finding cheap plane tickets from San Diego to Fort Lauderdale is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices throughout the month and land a great deal.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you when a better deal comes up on cheap flights from San Diego to Fort Lauderdale.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' San Diego to Fort Lauderdale flights.

Flying from San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • If you're looking for a direct flight from San Diego to Fort Lauderdale, you can leave from San Diego International Airport (SAN). Fly from SAN to Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL) without any stops.

  • Be on the lookout for promotions with Alaska Airlines. This carrier offers direct San Diego to Fort Lauderdale plane tickets out of SAN.

  • Located around 5 kilometres from the centre of San Diego, SAN can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.

  • After a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near San Diego International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Diego to Fort Lauderdale or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:

  • Of the flights that depart from San Diego International Airport, 74% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • You'll find SAN at N Harbour Dr.

Arriving in Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)

  • The distance from Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale is roughly 5 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • 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 San Diego to Fort Lauderdale. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Grab a Fort Lauderdale International Airport rental car and discover Fort Lauderdale and beyond with your own wheels. Renta Florida, OtoQ and Thrifty are top outlets to choose from here.

  • To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Fort Lauderdale International Airport around three weeks ahead of your San Diego to Fort Lauderdale flight.

  • You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.

Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE)

  • If you're staying in Fort Lauderdale's centre (or just can't wait to start exploring), 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 hopping off your flight from San Diego to Fort Lauderdale.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to FXE. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from San Diego to Fort Lauderdale:

  • Why be tied to someone else's timetable? Pick up a Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport rental car and call the shots on your own adventure. Book a set of wheels here with National.

  • Typically, the earlier you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Secure your ride from FXE once you know your travel dates.

Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale

  • April is the busiest month for flights from San Diego to Fort Lauderdale. To skip the crowds, head to Fort Lauderdale in March.

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

  • January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap flights from San Diego to Fort Lauderdale around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

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 parts 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 go. Check out popular attractions like St. John's Cathedral, MOCA (Museum Of Contemporary Art), Jacksonville and Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.

  • If you want to check out another major destination in the United States, consider Miami, about 40 kilometres south of Fort Lauderdale. Close Beach, Ocean Dr and Port of Miami are key highlights.

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