Flights to Fort Lauderdale

If you’re seeking sandy beaches, palm tree-lined streets, extravagant shopping, dining and entertainment, Fort Lauderdale is the place for you. Often dubbed the “Venice of America,” the city’s navigable waterways and canals attract thousands of yachting enthusiasts from across the globe. You’ll enjoy the typical Florida sunshine and average temperatures of 60 – 80 degrees Fahrenheit for over 6 months straight, from December – April. This is also the peak tourist season and rates for flights and hotels tend to be on the higher side. From May, the city experiences frequent, heavy rainfall and average temperatures climb steadily to 90 degrees Fahrenheit by peak summer. From June – November, the city is prone to hurricanes. If you’re planning to visit during this time, try to book refundable flights and hotels.

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is in Broward County, Florida, just 3 miles from Downtown Fort Lauderdale. There are several ways to travel from the airport to the downtown area.

Buses

Broward County Transit (BCT) operated route #1 stops outside the airport’s Rental Car Center Stop 7, and runs to Broward Central Terminal in Downtown Fort Lauderdale. Buses leave the airport every 20 – 30 minutes and the journey takes approximately 25 minutes. The regular one-way fare is $2.00 USD. On the weekends, the Sun Trolley bus runs from the airport to the Welcome Center in downtown for free from 9.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m. However, the trolley does not allow luggage on board and is mainly an attraction for those who have long layovers at FLL. Such visitors can stow their luggage at FLL airport and make a quick trip to explore the downtown area.

Tri-Rail

Ride the airport’s Tri-Rail Shuttle Route FLA 1 bus from your arrival terminal to Fort Lauderdale – Hollywood International Airport Station, which is at Dania Beach. This ride takes 10 – 25 minutes depending on which terminal you arrive at. From here, you can ride the train to Fort Lauderdale station in the city center in exactly 9 minutes. Trains depart every 20 minutes and the cost is $3.75 USD. Total journey time via Tri-Rail will be 20 – 45 minutes.

Taxis

Metered taxis are available at the curbside of all arrival terminals. For a ride to Downtown Fort Lauderdale, you can expect to pay approximately $17.00 USD – $25.00 USD depending on your exact destination. An additional $3.00 airport surcharge is applicable and the ride takes between 10 – 20 minutes depending on traffic. Ride-sharing companies such as Uber and Lyft also operate from the airport.

Shared-ride vans and luxury sedans

To book door-to-door rides through shared-ride vans or luxury sedans, head to the Transportation Podium located outside the baggage area on the lower level curbside. GO Airport Shuttle provides a zone-based flat fare from the airport to your preferred destination. Approximate fares to the city center are $11.00 USD – $16.00 USD per person for a shared-ride, and $40.00 USD – $45.00 USD for a private car for exclusive use.

Hotel Shuttles

Several hotels around the airport offer complimentary transportation for their guests to and from the airport. Pick up and drop off locations are located in designated areas on the lower level curbside at all the terminals.

Car Rentals

The airport’s Rental Car Center (RCC) offers 12 rental car companies in one building, right next to Terminal 1. You can use the courtesy shuttles from any arrival terminal to reach the RCC. It’s definitely worth checking for deals on car rentals with momondo.