Flying from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Fort Lauderdale is 2 hours 33 minutes.
Washington DC (the location of Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport) and Fort Lauderdale share the same timezone — UTC-4.
The most popular route is from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). You can select from 92 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BWI to FLL is the 06:10 Southwest Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 22:45 with Spirit Airlines.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from BWI to Fort Lauderdale. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak months like July or high seasons such as summer and spring break will mean longer lines at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart idea.
You can book a nonstop flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Fort Lauderdale that lands at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
Check out the deals with Southwest Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Fort Lauderdale.
You don't need a visa or passport to fly within United States. You will need a valid identity document however, such as a driver's licence or an ID card. Put them on your packing list once you've booked cheap tickets from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Fort Lauderdale.
BWI is around 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 48 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 32 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your break? Stay near BWI. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Fort Lauderdale or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Fort Lauderdale
$58 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Fort Lauderdale. A return flight starts at $117. These prices can change depending on demand.
Book 9 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BWI to Fort Lauderdale.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Fort Lauderdale. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes about 27 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Fort Lauderdale, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near FLL:
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Fort Lauderdale. July is the busiest month to travel to Fort Lauderdale. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Fort Lauderdale for August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap flights from BWI to Fort Lauderdale in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Fort Lauderdale
After booking your flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Fort Lauderdale, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Fort Lauderdale:
Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach and Bonnet House Museum and Gardens are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Fort Lauderdale to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Jungle Queen Riverboat.
Complete your Fort Lauderdale trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Fort Lauderdale and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare companies in one go to find your ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Fort Lauderdale.