Flying from Seattle to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
Seattle's main airport is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Check out your options for leaving from this base when booking flights from Seattle to Fort Lauderdale.
When it comes to where you'll touch down, Fort Lauderdale's chief entry point is Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
A direct flight from Seattle to Fort Lauderdale takes an average of 5 hours 53 minutes. The timezone in Fort Lauderdale is UTC-4, which is 3 hours ahead of Seattle.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 20 flights a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Seattle to Fort Lauderdale is with Alaska Airlines at 23:33. Go for the first SEA to FLL departure with Alaska Airlines at 08:00 if you want to get going early.
To ensure you get on your flight from Seattle to Fort Lauderdale, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
You don't need your passport or a visa to travel within United States. You will need a valid identity document however, like a driver's licence or an ID card. Add them to your packing checklist once you've booked cheap flights from Seattle to Fort Lauderdale.
Flying from Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Seattle to Fort Lauderdale, you can board one at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Get from SEA to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) without any stops.
You can book a direct flight from Seattle to Fort Lauderdale with Delta Air Lines. This popular airline operates departures from SEA.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Seattle to Fort Lauderdale. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
The journey from central Seattle to SEA takes about 54 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 18 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Seattle to Fort Lauderdale, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Seattle to Fort Lauderdale. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your bucket list. Whatever you'd like to do, here's where you can stop between Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and Fort Lauderdale:
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
You can arrive at LKE from the centre of Seattle in about 11 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 23 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away from home? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your flight from Seattle to Fort Lauderdale:
Arriving in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale is roughly 8 kilometres. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 27 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to FLL if you have a late flight from Seattle to Fort Lauderdale. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Fort Lauderdale
$187 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Fort Lauderdale. A return flight starts at $380. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To secure cheap tickets from Seattle to Fort Lauderdale, book your trip 10 months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Seattle to Fort Lauderdale is June. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.
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Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Seattle to Fort Lauderdale. July is the most popular month to travel to Fort Lauderdale. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Fort Lauderdale is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Seattle to Fort Lauderdale in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Fort Lauderdale sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Fort Lauderdale
Start your Fort Lauderdale trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Fort Lauderdale, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach, Bonnet House Museum and Gardens and Jungle Queen Riverboat are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Fort Lauderdale itinerary.
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