Cheap Flights from Fort Lauderdale (FLLA) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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The cheapest month to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles International Airport

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles International Airport flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
Cheapest month:July
Most expensive month:April

Direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles International

Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Los Angeles International.

Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$226
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time5 hrs, 38 mins
Most popular airlineAzul Airlines
Average flights per week113

Finding cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles International is $226. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 38 minutes is the average flight time from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles International.
Azul Airlines, jetBlue and Hawaiian Airlines fly direct from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles International.
As of June 2025, there are 113 flights per week flying from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles International.
The cheapest month to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles International is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles International Airport on Monday, 30 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 38 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Los Angeles International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Los Angeles International is Spirit Airlines .

Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know

  • Kick off your travels at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), the main airport in Fort Lauderdale. Look for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) that take off from this terminal.

  • 5 hours 44 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles International Airport.

  • The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7, which is 3 hours behind Fort Lauderdale. Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles.

  • With 37 direct flights a week between the two airports, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the busiest route. JetBlue operates the earliest flight at 06:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest flight from FLL to LAX is with Spirit Airlines at 22:37.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from Fort Lauderdale to LAX, allow 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.

  • July is a busy time to fly out. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving, Memorial Day or Christmas, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.

Airports in Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)

  • You can book a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) leaving from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).

  • Leading airlines that offer direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles International Airport leaving from FLL include:

  • The distance from central Fort Lauderdale to FLL is around 8 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the best route, whether you want to drive or use public transport.

  • Have an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport:

About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles

  • Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 32 minutes.

  • Travelling on public transport will take you around 54 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles International Airport is $119. The cheapest price for a return flight is $226. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • 8 months is how far you'll want to book ahead to lock in flight tickets from Fort Lauderdale to LAX.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from Fort Lauderdale to LAX. There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped. We'll update you when the price changes.

  • Customise your journey with filters. Choose the number of stops, total duration, and arrival and departure times to find the right flight from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' options first.

The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Los Angeles. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in May.

  • Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Los Angeles. The warmest month is August. Book your flights from Fort Lauderdale to LAX sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 32ºC.

  • February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Los Angeles

  • Start your Los Angeles trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are highlights which should be on any good Los Angeles itinerary.

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