Flying from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is 5 hours 44 minutes. Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Los Angeles 3 hours behind Fort Lauderdale.
Flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport start at 06:00 — the first with JetBlue Airways. The last departure is the 23:59 option with JetBlue Airways. Overall, you can choose from 37 services every week from FLL to LAX.
If you're flying during a peak month like July, be at the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during peak periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Getting to Los Angeles (and then exploring more of United States!) is straightforward with Delta Air Lines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
If you want a stopover for your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. These are the top stopovers between FLL and LAX:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
$109 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Return flights start at $266. These prices may change depending on demand.
Book 9 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from FLL to LAX.
The cheapest month for tickets from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
The journey from central Fort Lauderdale to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport takes around 27 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to FLL:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
From Los Angeles International Airport, Los Angeles is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 32 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 54 minutes.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The quietest month for a flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Los Angeles based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Los Angeles during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 32ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from FLL to LAX sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Los Angeles
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the top stays in Los Angeles right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from FLL to LAX:
Griffith Observatory and The Broad are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Los Angeles must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Complete your Los Angeles trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Los Angeles International Airport, check out the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Los Angeles getaway.