Travelling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
Birmingham International Airport is located in Birmingham. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Fort Lauderdale is four hours behind Birmingham.
For a relaxed start to your BHX to Fort Lauderdale flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Finding a flight ticket from BHX to Fort Lauderdale with a stopover is easy. Whether you want to cut costs on your fare or break up your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse your options. A top stop on this route is Cancun International Airport (CUN).
The journey from central Birmingham to BHX takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near BHX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Fort Lauderdale or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
When it comes to Birmingham International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 65.48% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Fort Lauderdale
Rs104,878 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight. A return flight ticket right now is Rs187,996. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from BHX to Fort Lauderdale. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Finding cheap tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Fort Lauderdale is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to get the lowest prices throughout the month and bag an awesome deal.
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Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to the centre of Fort Lauderdale takes around 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
It typically takes 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Birmingham International Airport to Fort Lauderdale. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FLL instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Renta Florida, OtoQ or Thrifty to explore Fort Lauderdale and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from BHX to Fort Lauderdale.
The street address for FLL is 320 Terminal Drive.
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
Before locking in your flights from Birmingham International Airport to Fort Lauderdale, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Fort Lauderdale offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Lock in a Birmingham International Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 32ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BHX to Fort Lauderdale in January when temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Fort Lauderdale
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Fort Lauderdale right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Fort Lauderdale:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Bonnet House Museum and Gardens, Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach and Jungle Queen Riverboat are top attractions which should be on every Fort Lauderdale itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Fort Lauderdale, now it's time to discover more of United States. Journey around 499 kilometres north to Jacksonville to tick off its top sights. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Tampa is another standout destination in United States and is around 306 kilometres north-west of Fort Lauderdale. No trip is complete without seeing Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium.
