Flying from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to New York: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to New York is 3 hours 15 minutes.
New York and Fort Lauderdale (where Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
The busiest route is from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Choose from 85 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FLL to EWR is the 06:00 JetBlue Airways option. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 21:46 with Spirit Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to catch your FLL to New York flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as March, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're traveling during high season in general.
Book a direct Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to New York ticket and avoid the hassle of switching planes. FLL has nonstop flights to these New York airports:
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Numerous airlines offer direct flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to New York. The most popular include:
Located around 5 kilometers from central Fort Lauderdale, FLL can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to FLL? If you've booked an early flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to New York, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
75% of flights leaving from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport make it to their destination on time.
FLL is located at 320 Terminal Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to New York
AED 178 is currently the best price for a one-way Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to New York flight. A return plane ticket starts at AED 334. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
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Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is around 24 kilometers from the center of New York. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 45 minutes.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to New York, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near JFK:
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks before your flight from FLL to New York.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is roughly 24 kilometers from central New York. Following your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to New York, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Traveling by public transport will take around 1 hour.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to EWR. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your FLL to New York flight:
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at EWR can land you a better rate.
You can find Newark Liberty International Airport at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Find your way to the city center after your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to New York has touched down. Central New York is about 13 kilometers from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and takes roughly 30 minutes to reach by car.
If you use public transport, the journey takes about 55 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip to the center, find a hotel near LGA. Get settled at one of these stays after your FLL to New York flight:
Plan ahead and put that extra money in your pocket. Book your ride from LGA two weeks before your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to New York to access the best deals.
The address for New York LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Center.
Best time to go to New York
July is the most popular month for flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to New York. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to New York in December.
When booking your Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to New York plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from FLL to New York in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about New York
Start your New York trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to New York, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Metropolitan Museum of Art are top attractions which should feature on any good New York itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen New York, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Journey around 129 kilometers southwest to Philadelphia to check off its top attractions. From Independence Hall to Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Boston is another favorite destination in the United States and is around 306 kilometers northeast of New York. No journey is complete without a visit to Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.