Travelling from New York to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL): What you need to know
Start your journey at one of New York's main airports, New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Check out your options for booking a flight from New York to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) taking off from either of these.
Around 3 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct New York to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport flight.
Fort Lauderdale's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as New York. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is located in Fort Lauderdale.
The busiest route is from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), with 76 direct services every week. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from JFK to FLL is the 5:30am JetBlue Airways option. If you're looking to take off later, the final departure is at 9:50pm with JetBlue Airways.
Your flight from New York to FLL won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
With more travellers during peak months like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from New York to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) depart from this terminal.
You can lock in a direct flight from New York to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport with JetBlue Airways. This well-known airline operates services from JFK.
JetBlue is the airline most travellers choose for flights from JFK to FLL.
Delta is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 72.81% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of New York, JFK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from New York to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of all flights departing from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, 73% arrive on time at their destination.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can book a direct New York to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) plane ticket out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Check if flying out of EWR makes more sense for your journey.
Top airlines that operate direct flights from New York to FLL jetting off from EWR include:
United is the go-to airline for bookings on the EWR to FLL route.
Flights between Newark Liberty International Airport and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport are more likely to reach their destination on time with Spirit Airlines than with any other carrier.
Using public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in around 1 hour. The airport is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to FLL flight:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance of 71%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
One flight, zero drama. You can take a direct flight from New York to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport departing from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Select your airline and then buckle up for takeoff. These carriers offer direct New York to FLL plane tickets from LGA:
The top choice among passengers flying between LGA and FLL is Delta.
Among carriers on this route, Spirit Airlines has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
From the centre of New York, LGA is around 13 kilometres away. It takes roughly 30 minutes to get there by car and 55 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to New York LaGuardia Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early New York to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights reach their destinations when they should. At LGA, that rate is 69%.
The address of New York LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
About Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Have a late flight from New York to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near FLL and turn out the lights sooner:
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your New York to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport flight.
You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.
Getting from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Fort Lauderdale. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It takes around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is $55. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $123. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from New York to FLL. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest New York to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport tickets across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from New York to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning the timing of your trip. December is the quietest month to visit Fort Lauderdale. March is when most people book flights from New York to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Before locking in your New York to FLL plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Fort Lauderdale, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from New York to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Fort Lauderdale
After booking your flight from New York to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Fort Lauderdale:
Your Fort Lauderdale visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Attractions you can't miss include Las Olas Beach, Ft Lauderdale Beach (Playa las Olas) and Fort Lauderdale Beach: The L'Hermitage Reserve.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Fort Lauderdale, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey around 306 kilometres northwest to Orlando to check off its top sights. From Hogwarts to Universal's Islands of Adventure and Jurassic world, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in the United States, head for Cape Coral, about 193 kilometres west of Fort Lauderdale. Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve, Fourmile Cove and Cultural Park Theatre are highlights.






























