Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Liberia Airport (LIR): What you need to know
Fort Lauderdale's main base, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), is where new adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Liberia Airport (LIR).
Liberia Airport is located in Liberia. The city operates on the UTC-6 timezone and is two hours behind Fort Lauderdale.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Fort Lauderdale to LIR. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to LIR that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between FLL and LIR include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Located around 8 kilometres from central Fort Lauderdale, FLL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Liberia Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, 73.74% touch down on time at their destination.
FLL is located at 320 Terminal Drive.
About Liberia Airport (LIR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Liberia Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near LIR instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Liberia Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or NU Car Rentals and experience more of Liberia and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around two weeks before your Fort Lauderdale to Liberia Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Liberia Airport (LIR)
At the moment, $394 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Liberia Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $576. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to LIR, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Fort Lauderdale to Liberia Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Liberia Airport (LIR)
May is the quietest month for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Liberia Airport (LIR), while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Liberia based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Fort Lauderdale to LIR flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Liberia, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Liberia Airport in November when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Liberia
After booking your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Liberia Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Liberia:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Ponderosa Adventure Park, Ecologico Park and Museo de Guanacaste are must-do's during your Liberia adventure.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've done Liberia, now it's time to discover more of Costa Rica. Travel about 177 kilometres south-east to San Jose to tick off its must-visit sights. From National Park (Parque Nacional) to Jurassic World and Central Park (Parque Central), your itinerary will be busy.
Limon is another standout destination in Costa Rica and is around 274 kilometres east of Liberia. No journey is complete without a visit to Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.