Flying from Albert J Ellis Airport (OAJ) to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
Jacksonville (the location of Albert J Ellis Airport) and Fort Lauderdale share the same timezone — UTC-4.
To avoid rushing for your OAJ to Fort Lauderdale flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're flying during a public holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
To reach OAJ from central Jacksonville, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. It's roughly 18 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
83.69% of flights departing from Albert J Ellis Airport land at their destination as planned. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of OAJ.
The address for OAJ is 264 State Road 1265.
How to find the cheapest flights from Albert J Ellis Airport (OAJ) to Fort Lauderdale
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Albert J Ellis Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight is AED 560. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 1,101. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from OAJ to Fort Lauderdale, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for an Albert J Ellis Airport to Fort Lauderdale ticket.
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Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to the center of Fort Lauderdale takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 8 kilometers away.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Albert J Ellis Airport to Fort Lauderdale, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near FLL:
Explore without limits with a Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Renta Florida, OtoQ or Thrifty and experience more of Fort Lauderdale and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from OAJ to Fort Lauderdale.
FLL is located at 320 Terminal Drive.
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Albert J Ellis Airport to Fort Lauderdale. The city buzzes in peak season, but prices are generally higher and top attractions can get busy. Go to Fort Lauderdale in the low season if you like a quieter vibe.
When booking your Albert J Ellis Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Fort Lauderdale, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from OAJ to Fort Lauderdale around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Fort Lauderdale
After booking your flight from Albert J Ellis Airport to Fort Lauderdale, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Fort Lauderdale:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Bonnet House Museum and Gardens, Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach and Jungle Queen Riverboat are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Fort Lauderdale itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Fort Lauderdale, now it's time to discover more of United States. Travel around 499 kilometers north to Jacksonville to tick off its leading attractions. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 306 kilometers north-west of Fort Lauderdale, Tampa is another favorite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium.