Which airport should I fly into for Fort Lauderdale?

For long-haul and international flights, Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is the main gateway near Fort Lauderdale. The closest airport, Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Fort Lauderdale?

The nearest is about 4 mi (6 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Fort Lauderdale?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Fort Lauderdale

The closest airports to Fort Lauderdale, Florida: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Fort Lauderdale, Florida is Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL), about 4 mi (6 km) away — roughly 13 min by road. It also serves as the area's main international gateway.

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
FLL	Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International AirportFort Lauderdale, United States	4 mi / 6 km	13 min	International
FXE	Fort Lauderdale Executive AirportFort Lauderdale, United States	6 mi / 9 km	19 min	Regional
HWO	North Perry AirportHollywood, United States	11 mi / 17 km	36 min	Regional
OPF	Miami-Opa Locka Executive AirportMiami, United States	17 mi / 27 km	32 min	Regional
BCT	Boca Raton AirportBoca Raton, United States	18 mi / 29 km	35 min	Regional
MIA	Miami International AirportMiami, United States	24 mi / 39 km	47 min	International
LNA	Palm Beach County Park AirportWest Palm Beach, United States	33 mi / 53 km	59 min	Regional
TMB	Miami Executive AirportMiami, United States	37 mi / 60 km	1 hr 7 min	Regional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is the most convenient at about 4 mi out. Larger airports a little farther out can offer more connections, so it's worth comparing fares before booking.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Fort Lauderdale. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with FLL.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near FLL saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Other cities these airports serve

Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Fort Lauderdale is Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL), about 4 mi (6 km) away — roughly 13 min by road.