Flying from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 25 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fort Lauderdale.
The timezone in Fort Lauderdale is UTC-5. The city is one hour ahead of Chicago, where Chicago O'Hare International Airport is located.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is the busiest route. When searching for your flight, you can choose from 55 services every week between ORD and FLL.
To avoid rushing for your ORD to Fort Lauderdale flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during high season in general.
Direct Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fort Lauderdale tickets are available for booking. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) will be your arrival point.
These are some of the popular carriers operating direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fort Lauderdale:
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 26 kms (16 miles) in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near ORD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fort Lauderdale or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
70% of flights that depart Chicago O'Hare International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Fort Lauderdale
The best price we've found for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight is £45. The cheapest price for a return flight is £49. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from ORD to Fort Lauderdale, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fort Lauderdale throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from ORD to Fort Lauderdale by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fort Lauderdale.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to the centre of Fort Lauderdale takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 11 kms (7 miles) away.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fort Lauderdale. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FLL instead:
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from ORD to Fort Lauderdale.
You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
December is the quietest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fort Lauderdale, while March is the busiest. Work out the best time to visit Fort Lauderdale based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before booking a Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fort Lauderdale plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Fort Lauderdale, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from ORD to Fort Lauderdale in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Fort Lauderdale
After booking your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fort Lauderdale, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Fort Lauderdale:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Ft Lauderdale Beach (Playa las Olas), Las Olas Beach and Fort Lauderdale Beach: The L'Hermitage Reserve are leading attractions which should be on any good Fort Lauderdale itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Fort Lauderdale. Around 499 kms (310 miles) away to the north, its top attractions include St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Tampa is another essential stop in the United States and is around 306 kms (190 miles) northwest of Fort Lauderdale. No journey is complete without a visit to Busch Gardens Tampa, The Florida Aquarium and ZooTampa at Lowry Park.
