Travelling from Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
When searching for your flight from Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale, there's a good selection of airports you can start your trip from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are among Vancouver's main terminals.
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is where your flight will arrive in Fort Lauderdale.
The average time for a direct Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale flight is 5 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Fort Lauderdale is UTC-4, which is three hours ahead of Vancouver.
To ensure you make your Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale
To snag cheap Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale flights, book your trip two months ahead of your planned departure.
May is the best month for picking up an amazing deal on a plane ticket from Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Flying from Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Take off from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) on a nonstop flight from Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale. From YVR, you can fly directly to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
Reserve your Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale plane tickets with WestJet. This carrier is a top choice for direct flights from YVR.
The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a handy hotel close to Vancouver International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale, these stays will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
71.77% of flights that leave from Vancouver International Airport reach their destination on time.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
The trip to YXX from the centre of Vancouver is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near Abbotsford Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive at their destinations when they should. At YXX, that rate is 67.97%.
Arriving in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Fort Lauderdale. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 15 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near FLL if you have a late flight from Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Renta Florida, OtoQ or Thrifty and chase adventure across Fort Lauderdale and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
FLL is located at 320 Terminal Drive.
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale. July is the busiest month for a trip to Fort Lauderdale. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in May.
Lock in a Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience 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 Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale in January if you like travelling 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 Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Fort Lauderdale:
Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach and Bonnet House Museum and Gardens are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Fort Lauderdale itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures 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 you'll want to see. About 499 kilometres north of Fort Lauderdale, a trip to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Around 40 kilometres south of Fort Lauderdale, Miami is another favourite stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.
