Fort Lauderdale, United States: trips from $154
Fort Lauderdale is a laid-back alternative to Miami with a long golden beach, canals lined with yachts and one of the busiest cruise ports in the world.
Trips to Fort Lauderdale from every city
Cheapest first, per person, round trip, taxes and fees included.
$194 $154 per person, round trip, taxes and fees included You save $40 (21%)
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Lowest fares to Fort Lauderdale by city, last 30 days
| From | Lowest, 30 days | Checks |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago | $154 | 3 |
| Hartford | $238 | 4 |
| Boston | $446 | 1 |
When to go
| Month | Season |
|---|---|
| January | best |
| February | best |
| March | best |
| April | best |
| May | fine |
| June | fine |
| July | fine |
| August | avoid |
| September | avoid |
| October | fine |
| November | best |
| December | best |
- June, July, August, September, October, November: Atlantic hurricane season; afternoon storms are routine in late summer
August, September: Peak hurricane season with heavy rain and humidity
Where to stay in Fort Lauderdale
- Fort Lauderdale Beach: Wide beach along A1A with the main strip of oceanfront resorts.
- Las Olas Boulevard: Restaurants, boutiques and canal-front hotels a short drive from the sand.
- Lauderdale-by-the-Sea: Low-rise beach town with shore snorkelling off Anglin's Pier.
- Hollywood Beach: Old-school boardwalk vibe between the airport and the ocean.
What to do in Fort Lauderdale
- Ride the water taxi through the Intracoastal canals
- Stroll Las Olas Boulevard at dusk
- Snorkel the reef off Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
- Spend a day on Fort Lauderdale Beach along A1A
- Visit the Bonnet House Museum and Gardens
Good to know
| Airports | Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL), Miami International (MIA) |
|---|---|
| Passport for US citizens | no |
| Price level | upscale |
| Time zone | America/New_York |
| Kind of trip | beach, cruise-port, family, food |
Fort Lauderdale in pictures
Questions about Fort Lauderdale
When is the best time to visit Fort Lauderdale?
January, February, March, April, November and December. August, September: Peak hurricane season with heavy rain and humidity
Do US citizens need a passport for Fort Lauderdale?
No. Fort Lauderdale is a domestic trip; a government photo ID is enough.
What is the cheapest flight to Fort Lauderdale right now?
Fort Lauderdale from Chicago, Nov 7–10, 2026, from $154 per person round trip, is the cheapest trip we have published; the full list is on this page.
How expensive is Fort Lauderdale on the ground?
Fort Lauderdale is upscale by US standards: plan about $130 per person per day for food, getting around and tickets.