Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Fort Lauderdale is UTC-5, which is three hours ahead of San Francisco.
Flights from SFO to FLL start from 08:00 — the first with JetBlue Airways. The last service of the day is at 23:59 with JetBlue Airways. In total, you can take your pick of 24 weekly San Francisco International Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to FLL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Fort Lauderdale (and then discovering more of the United States!) is easy with jetBlue. This popular airline offers direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport.
JetBlue is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
JetBlue is the most punctual carrier offering SFO to FLL flights. A reliable 89.84% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between SFO and FLL:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Denver International Airport
New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)
R 1,652 is the lowest price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 3,387. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To find cheap tickets from SFO to FLL, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from SFO to FLL.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of San Francisco International Airport, data shows 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)
If you're coming in on a late San Francisco International Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options 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 well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Fort Lauderdale International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale
FLL is located at 320 Terminal Drive.
From Fort Lauderdale International Airport, Fort Lauderdale is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Fort Lauderdale. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Fort Lauderdale during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to FLL in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Fort Lauderdale has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the 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 leading sights like St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
If you're looking to explore another corner of the United States, head for Miami, about 40 kilometres south of Fort Lauderdale. Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami are key highlights.
