Traveling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
Fort Lauderdale is five hours behind London, where London Heathrow Airport is located. Fort Lauderdale runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your LHR to Fort Lauderdale flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Traveling over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from LHR to Fort Lauderdale. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
The journey from central London to LHR takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometers in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near LHR. Whether you've booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Fort Lauderdale or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Fort Lauderdale
AED 1,606 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight. A return ticket right now is AED 2,650. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from LHR to Fort Lauderdale. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Fort Lauderdale across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Fort Lauderdale.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
The distance from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale is roughly 11 kilometers. It'll take you about 20 minutes to reach the center driving.
Traveling on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Fort Lauderdale. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FLL instead:
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport around three weeks before your flight from LHR to Fort Lauderdale.
FLL is located at 320 Terminal Drive.
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
December is the quietest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Fort Lauderdale, while March is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Fort Lauderdale based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Fort Lauderdale is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your London Heathrow Airport to Fort Lauderdale plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LHR to Fort Lauderdale in January when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Fort Lauderdale
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Fort Lauderdale right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Fort Lauderdale:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Ft Lauderdale Beach (Playa las Olas), Las Olas Beach and Fort Lauderdale Beach: The L'Hermitage Reserve are top sights which should feature on every Fort Lauderdale itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Fort Lauderdale has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. Around 499 kilometers north of Fort Lauderdale, a visit to Jacksonville will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Around 306 kilometers northwest of Fort Lauderdale, Tampa is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Busch Gardens Tampa, The Florida Aquarium and ZooTampa at Lowry Park.