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6 Oct — 13 Oct1
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Flights to Fort Lauderdale in 2026

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Tue 27/1011:10 -
2 stops38h 42m
Sat 31/1007:00 -
1 stop32h 55m
Deal found 1/9$1,701
Wed 14/1010:10 -
2 stops29h 20m
Wed 28/1014:13 -
2 stops27h 47m
Deal found 3/9$1,705
Mon 5/1010:10 -
2 stops23h 23m
Mon 19/1014:13 -
2 stops26h 52m
Deal found 31/8$1,712

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$1,701

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$654

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Average price

$1,848
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 27/10-31/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 71h 37m total
  • Sydney to Fort Lauderdale
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22/10-31/12
  • 22/10-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 36h 57m total
  • Sydney to Fort Lauderdale
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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - FLL Fort Lauderdale

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 1/10

10:20-06:33

1 stop34h 13m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,016

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - FLL Fort Lauderdale

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 15/10

11:20-06:13

1 stop33h 53m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,017

SydneyFort Lauderdale

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - FLL Fort Lauderdale

SYDFLL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/11

11:50-13:08

2 stops41h 18m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,017

SydneyFort Lauderdale

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - FLL Fort Lauderdale

SYDFLL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 25/11

09:15-10:52

1 stop41h 37m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,017
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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - FLL Fort Lauderdale

SYDFLL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 10/1

11:50-16:56

1 stop21h 06m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,600

SydneyFort Lauderdale

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - FLL Fort Lauderdale

SYDFLL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 8/1

11:20-16:43

1 stop21h 23m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,686

SydneyFort Lauderdale

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - FLL Fort Lauderdale

SYDFLL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 14/10

10:10-18:54

2 stops23h 44m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 28/10

11:42-09:00

2 stops30h 18m

$1,708

SydneyFort Lauderdale

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - FLL Fort Lauderdale

SYDFLL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 14/10

10:15-06:31

1 stop35h 16m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 28/10

17:37-07:30

1 stop22h 53m

$1,732

SydneyFort Lauderdale

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - FLL Fort Lauderdale

SYDFLL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 5/10

10:15-16:17

1 stop21h 02m

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 19/10

08:10-07:50

1 stop32h 40m

$1,735

SydneyFort Lauderdale

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - FLL Fort Lauderdale

SYDFLL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 18/10

10:15-06:31

1 stop35h 16m

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 25/10

17:37-07:30

1 stop22h 53m

$1,801

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What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Fort Lauderdale?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Fort Lauderdale are United Airlines and American Airlines.

Reviews of airlines servicing Fort Lauderdale

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines to the United States by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,171 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,171 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,171 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
American Airlines
7.1
Good
12,044 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,171 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

FAQs about flying to Fort Lauderdale

Getting around Fort Lauderdale

Ample parking and wide-flung city limits make driving the easiest way to get around Fort Lauderdale. Renting a car is best, and you can often find package deals when you book your cheap flight to Fort Lauderdale. Major car rental companies can be found at the airport. If you’re not a driver, there are plenty of taxis around the city, but they are expensive. The bus is much cheaper, but is very complicated. You can also take a water taxi downtown via the New River and the waterway.

Getting from the airport to the city

The main airport with which travellers to Fort Lauderdale will arrive at is Fort Lauderdale – Hollywood International Airport (FLL) (website: www.broward.org), which is located just under 5 km southwest of the city centre.

Other alternative airports include Miami Intl (MIA), which is 48 km from Fort Lauderdale, and also Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) , which is situated 72 km from Fort Lauderdale.

Bus, train and taxi all operate from the Fort Lauderdale airport (FLL) to downtown. The buses run every 20-30 minutes 7 days a week and take approximately 20 minutes.

The Tri Rail train service takes only eight minutes to get to town, but runs only once an hour and finishes around 8pm.

Taxis are available from the transportation podium, located outside the baggage area of each terminal. They take 10 minutes to get to town.

Many hotels in the area also offer free shuttles to and from the airport.

It’s advisable to hire a car when visiting the area. Travellers looking for cheap Fort Lauderdale flights should also look into car hire discounts.

What is good to know if travelling to Fort Lauderdale?

  • Fort Lauderdale is an affordable alternative to the more expensive Miami. The water is cleaner, the snorkelling is more colourful, the arts scene is growing, and the weather is perfect.
  • Don’t miss the water taxi in Fort Lauderdale. If you’re on a tight budget, but have some time on your hands, this is a great way to get around, catch a tour of celebrity homes and yachts, and spend very little money. Consider getting a seven-day pass, which makes this transportation option very affordable.
  • If snorkelling or diving is your thing, Fort Lauderdale is a great destination. Not only will you be able to easily view brightly coloured fish and coral through especially clear water, there are abundant opportunities to dive on old wrecks.
  • The International Swimming Hall of Fame is another must for water lovers. It houses more than 929 square meters of Olympic aquatic memorabilia, as well as paintings, sculptures and literature dating back as far as the 1880s all on the sport of swimming.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Fort Lauderdale?

    Booking a flight to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is your only option if you intend on flying to Fort Lauderdale. It is only a 5.4 km journey from Fort Lauderdale to Fort Lauderdale’s city centre.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Fort Lauderdale if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Fort Lauderdale on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Fort Lauderdale?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, United Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Fort Lauderdale.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Fort Lauderdale?

    Fort Lauderdale is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Fort Lauderdale. One-way flights to Fort Lauderdale typically cost $183, while return flights cost around $146.

  • How much is a return flight to Fort Lauderdale?

    A return flight to Fort Lauderdale will typically cost around $157, however they can be found for as little as $146.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Fort Lauderdale depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Fort Lauderdale, Brisbane offers the quickest one-way flight (20 hours 48 minutes).

  • Does Fort Lauderdale have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Fort Lauderdale can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Fort Lauderdale?

    Yes. Fort Lauderdale has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Dania Private Studio | Minutes to Dania Beach is the closest property to Fort Lauderdale (0.0 km away from Fort Lauderdale).

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