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Cheap flights from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale from $72

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Spirit Airlines Logo
5:05 am - 9:09 amORD-FLL
3h 04mnonstop
Spirit Airlines Logo
8:25 pm - 10:48 pmFLL-ORD
3h 23mnonstop
$121Spirit Airlines
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Fri, Sep 19 - Mon, Sep 22
Spirit Airlines Logo
11:15 am - 5:45 amORD-FLL
17h 30m1 stop
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8:25 pm - 10:48 pmFLL-ORD
3h 23mnonstop
$122Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 10
Spirit Airlines Logo
2:04 pm - 11:07 pmORD-FLL
8h 03m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
8:25 pm - 10:48 pmFLL-ORD
3h 23mnonstop
$123Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Sep 10 - Sat, Sep 20
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:44 pm - 10:53 pmORD-FLL
3h 09mnonstop
Spirit Airlines Logo
8:27 am - 10:52 amFLL-ORD
3h 25mnonstop
$124Spirit Airlines
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Fri, Sep 12 - Sun, Sep 14
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5:05 am - 9:06 amORD-FLL
3h 01mnonstop
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7:00 pm - 11:29 pmFLL-ORD
5h 29m1 stop
$129
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Sat, Oct 18 - Sat, Oct 25
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6:21 pm - 11:07 pmORD-FLL
27h 46m1 stop
Logo
8:27 am - 10:52 amFLL-ORD
3h 25mnonstop
$133
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Fri, Sep 19 - Wed, Sep 24
Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 6:05 pmORD-FLL
11h 05m1 stop
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7:00 pm - 12:11 amFLL-ORD
6h 11m1 stop
$143Frontier
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Sat, Oct 18 - Thu, Oct 23
Frontier Logo
3:03 pm - 9:48 pmMDW-FLL
5h 45m1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:54 pm - 11:20 pmFLL-MDW
5h 26m1 stop
$143Frontier
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Wed, Sep 3 - Mon, Sep 8
Southwest Logo
5:45 pm - 9:40 pmMDW-FLL
2h 55mnonstop
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6:30 am - 8:40 amFLL-MDW
3h 10mnonstop
$157Southwest
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Sat, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 8
Southwest Logo
3:25 pm - 7:25 pmMDW-FLL
3h 00mnonstop
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7:00 am - 9:10 amFLL-MDW
3h 10mnonstop
$158Southwest
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Mon, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 17

Spirit Airlines flights from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Chicago to Fort Lauderdale flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Sep 19
ORD5:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl
3h 04m
FLL9:09 amFort Lauderdale
Sep 22
FLL8:25 pmFort Lauderdale
3h 23m
ORD10:48 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$121
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Spirit Airlines
Sep 9
ORD11:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
17h 30m
1 stop
FLL5:45 amFort Lauderdale
Sep 10
FLL8:25 pmFort Lauderdale
3h 23m
ORD10:48 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$122
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Spirit Airlines
Sep 10
ORD2:04 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
8h 03m
1 stop
FLL11:07 pmFort Lauderdale
Sep 20
FLL8:25 pmFort Lauderdale
3h 23m
ORD10:48 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$123
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Southwest flights from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale

Our best Southwest deals on Chicago to Fort Lauderdale flight tickets
Southwest
Nov 1
MDW5:45 pmChicago Midway
2h 55m
FLL9:40 pmFort Lauderdale
Nov 8
FLL6:30 amFort Lauderdale
3h 10m
MDW8:40 amChicago Midway
$157
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Southwest
Sep 15
MDW3:25 pmChicago Midway
3h 00m
FLL7:25 pmFort Lauderdale
Sep 17
FLL7:00 amFort Lauderdale
3h 10m
MDW9:10 amChicago Midway
$158
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Southwest
Nov 16
MDW7:15 pmChicago Midway
3h 00m
FLL11:15 pmFort Lauderdale
Dec 4
FLL6:50 amFort Lauderdale
3h 05m
MDW8:55 amChicago Midway
$159
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated August 18, 2025.
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ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/19

5:05 am-9:09 am

Nonstop3h 04m

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 9/22

8:25 pm-10:48 pm

Nonstop3h 23m

$121

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/9

11:15 am-5:45 am

1 stop17h 30m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 9/10

8:25 pm-10:48 pm

Nonstop3h 23m

$122

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/10

2:04 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 9/20

8:25 pm-10:48 pm

Nonstop3h 23m

$123

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/12

6:44 pm-10:53 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 9/14

8:27 am-10:52 am

Nonstop3h 25m

$124

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/18

5:05 am-9:06 am

Nonstop3h 01m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 10/25

7:00 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$129

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/19

6:21 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop27h 46m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 9/24

8:27 am-10:52 am

Nonstop3h 25m

$133

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/18

6:00 am-6:05 pm

1 stop11h 05m

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 10/23

7:00 pm-12:11 am

1 stop6h 11m

$143

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

MDW - FLL

MDWFLL

Chicago Midway

Wed 9/3

3:03 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 9/8

6:54 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$143

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

MDW - FLL

MDWFLL

Chicago Midway

Sat 11/1

5:45 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 11/8

6:30 am-8:40 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$157

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

MDW - FLL

MDWFLL

Chicago Midway

Mon 9/15

3:25 pm-7:25 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 9/17

7:00 am-9:10 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$158

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Fort Lauderdale?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Fort Lauderdale?

The cheapest month to fly to Fort Lauderdale from Chicago is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $200, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Fort Lauderdale during the month of September, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $223.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Fort Lauderdale?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Fort Lauderdale from Chicago. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $277. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. The most expensive day to fly to Fort Lauderdale is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $316.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Fort Lauderdale?

Our data shows that the cheapest Chicago to Fort Lauderdale flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Fort Lauderdale in the afternoon for as low as $265. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Fort Lauderdale is at noon when prices are around $381.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Fort Lauderdale flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Fort Lauderdale?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Fort Lauderdale from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Fort Lauderdale for around $257 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Fort Lauderdale from Chicago for as low as $179 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago to Fort Lauderdale flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to Fort Lauderdale flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Chicago to Fort Lauderdale flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Chicago to Fort Lauderdale flights are approximately 57% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Cheap Chicago to Fort Lauderdale (CHI to FLL) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$72

Fastest flight time

2h 50m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Fort Lauderdale

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Fort Lauderdale from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $72. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $121.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale takes 2h 50m
Direct flights go from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale every day.
There is 1 airport near Fort Lauderdale: Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
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  • How far is Chicago to Fort Lauderdale by plane?

    The distance between Chicago and Fort Lauderdale is about 1168.0 mi. Flights usually cover this in 2h 55m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale Airport?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale Airport refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Fort Lauderdale Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Fort Lauderdale Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Fort Lauderdale Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale

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FrontierPriceFrom $39Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,212 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $96Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,038 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $176Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,246 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $178Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,925 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $181Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $216Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,981 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Chicago to Fort Lauderdale

    Southwest flight deals from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale start from $176 round-trip. Over the 17 Southwest flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $392 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

  • United Airlines Flights From Chicago to Fort Lauderdale

    United Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. United Airlines flight deals for Chicago to Fort Lauderdale start from as low as $178 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $388. United Airlines operates 8 flights to Fort Lauderdale from Chicago in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 8,925 reviews.

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