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Fort Lauderdale International to Los Angeles International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Fort Lauderdale International to Los Angeles below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Los Angeles International.

Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$266
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time5 hrs, 51 mins
Most popular airlineAzul Airlines
Average flights per week119

Finding cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale International to Los Angeles International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Fort Lauderdale International to Los Angeles International is $266. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 51 minutes is the average flight time from Fort Lauderdale International to Los Angeles International.
Azul Airlines, jetBlue and Hawaiian Airlines fly direct from Fort Lauderdale International to Los Angeles International.
As of March 2025, there are 119 flights per week flying from Fort Lauderdale International to Los Angeles International.
The cheapest month to fly from Fort Lauderdale International to Los Angeles International is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Fort Lauderdale International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport on Thursday, 8 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 51 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Los Angeles International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Spirit Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Los Angeles International.

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.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from FLL to LAX is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has fallen.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.

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)

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.

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