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.
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About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Reserve a hotel near LAX if you have a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles International Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
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.
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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.
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