Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $247.

How many flights depart from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale on average per week?

The number of flights available between Chicago and Fort Lauderdale is 117 per week as of September 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?

United Airlines, Southwest, and Spirit Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale

How many flights depart from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale on average per day?

As of September 2025, there are 16 flights per day flying from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale. The most common time of day flights depart is 10:00AM, with 66% of flights taking off at noon.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago and Fort Lauderdale?

Atlanta (ATL) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?

Flights connecting via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 4h 40m.

What airlines fly to Fort Lauderdale?

Spirit Airlines, American Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Fort Lauderdale from Chicago according to our data. Spirit Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Fort Lauderdale. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Fort Lauderdale on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?

Atlanta (ATL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 00m.

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.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale Airport is 6 as of September 2025.

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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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 $190, 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 $220.

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 $278. 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 $321.

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 $274. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Fort Lauderdale is at noon when prices are around $382.

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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.

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

As of September 2025, prices for Chicago to Fort Lauderdale flights are approximately 36% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$96
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The best one-way flight to Fort Lauderdale from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $96. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $178.

The fastest flight from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale takes 2h 50m

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The distance between Chicago and Fort Lauderdale is about 1168.0 mi. Flights usually cover this in 2h 50m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
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Prices for flights from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale Airport refresh daily.
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The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale Airport is 6 as of September 2025.
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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Based on momondo bookings for flights between Chicago and Fort Lauderdale, the leading plane model is Airbus A321neo, making up 18.78% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737-800 with 14.03%, Airbus A321-100/200 with 12.77%, and Boeing 737 MAX 9 with 10.62%.
What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale is Spirit Airlines (52% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are United Airlines (22%), American Airlines (15%), and Southwest (8%).

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Frontier	PriceFrom $39	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,177 reviews	Search Frontier flights
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Delta	PriceFrom $216	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,960 reviews	Search Delta flights

Southwest Flights From Chicago to Fort Lauderdale
Southwest flight deals from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale start from $176 round-trip. Over the 13 Southwest flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $406 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 $179 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $387. United Airlines operates 21 flights to Fort Lauderdale from Chicago in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 8,937 reviews.

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As of September 2025, prices for Chicago to Fort Lauderdale flights are approximately 36% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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United Airlines, Southwest, and Spirit Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale

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Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago and Fort Lauderdale?

Atlanta (ATL) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $247.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?

Flights connecting via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 4h 40m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?

Atlanta (ATL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 00m.

How many flights depart from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale on average per day?

As of September 2025, there are 16 flights per day flying from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale. The most common time of day flights depart is 10:00AM, with 66% of flights taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale on average per week?

The number of flights available between Chicago and Fort Lauderdale is 117 per week as of September 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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