Travelling from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
Start your travels at one of Orlando's main airports, Orlando International Airport (MCO) or Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB). Check out your options for booking a flight from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale taking off from either of these.
Disembark at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). This is how most airline passengers arrive in Fort Lauderdale.
Jump on a direct Orlando to Fort Lauderdale flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
Fort Lauderdale's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Orlando.
With 11 flights a week between the two airports, Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is the most popular route. Hop on the earliest flight from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale with Spirit Airlines at 05:40. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest departure from MCO to FLL is with Spirit Airlines at 22:01.
Give yourself enough time to get on your Orlando to Fort Lauderdale flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're getting away during a popular month like July, get to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during peak periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale is Rs10,653. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs20,088. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Book two months before your departure date. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Orlando to Fort Lauderdale flights.
May is the best month for nabbing an incredible deal on a plane ticket from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Flying from Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You can catch a direct flight from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale taking off from Orlando International Airport (MCO). Start your trip at MCO and come in for landing at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
You'll have your choice of airlines that offer direct Orlando to Fort Lauderdale plane tickets out of MCO. Let one of these carriers take you there:
MCO is around 14 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a handy hotel near Orlando International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale, these stays will have you sleeping nice and close to your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Orlando International Airport, 78.28% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
The distance from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale is approximately 5 kilometres. It'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near FLL if you have a late flight from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Renta Florida, OtoQ or Thrifty and venture far and wide through Fort Lauderdale and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport around three weeks in advance of your Orlando to Fort Lauderdale flight.
The street address for FLL is 320 Terminal Drive.
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale. July is the busiest month to visit Fort Lauderdale. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in May.
Book an Orlando to Fort Lauderdale ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Fort Lauderdale to range from 26ºC to 32ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale in January when temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Fort Lauderdale
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Fort Lauderdale right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach, Bonnet House Museum and Gardens and Jungle Queen Riverboat are essential stops on your Fort Lauderdale itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Fort Lauderdale. Around 499 kilometres to the north, check out popular attractions including Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of United States, head for Miami, about 40 kilometres south of Fort Lauderdale. Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena are among its highlights.
