Flying from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
Begin your travels at one of Tampa's main airports, Tampa International Airport (TPA) or St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Explore your options for booking a flight from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale jetting off from either of these.
When it comes to where you'll hop off the plane, Fort Lauderdale's chief hub is Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
A direct flight from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale takes on average 1 hour 10 minutes. Fort Lauderdale's timezone is UTC-4 — the same as Tampa.
The busiest route for flights from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale is from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Take your pick of 41 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from TPA to FLL is the 05:30 Spirit Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 23:22 with Spirit Airlines.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Once you've booked cheap flights from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale, get your travel documents in order. A visa or passport isn't necessary since you're travelling within United States. As long as you have another valid form of identification, such as an ID card or driver's licence, you're good to go.
Flying from Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
You can catch a direct flight from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale departing from Tampa International Airport (TPA). Begin your journey at TPA and end it at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
If you want to leave from TPA, you can catch a direct flight from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale with Silver Airways.
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Tampa, TPA can be reached in approximately 13 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport takes roughly 57 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Tampa International Airport:
Arriving in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Fort Lauderdale. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 15 minutes.
It typically takes 27 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near FLL:
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale is R 527. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 981. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To secure cheap tickets from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale, book your trip 9 months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale is May. 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 plan your travel dates for your flight from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale. July is the busiest month for a trip to Fort Lauderdale. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in May.
The warmest month in Fort Lauderdale is August, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap ticket from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale in January when temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Fort Lauderdale
Start your Fort Lauderdale trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach, Bonnet House Museum and Gardens and Jungle Queen Riverboat are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Fort Lauderdale itinerary.
Complete your Fort Lauderdale trip with a car rental
Explore our range of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale. Whether you're after a compact ride, family sedan or something in between, you can easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect deal.
