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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Buffalo to Fort Lauderdale:

• Earliest: departs at 7:00 am and lands at 10:09 am
• Latest: departs at 7:10 pm and lands at 10:19 pm.

The flight takes about 3h 09m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Buffalo to Fort Lauderdale:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Buffalo to Fort Lauderdale takes 3h 09m, covering 1,167 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Buffalo to Fort Lauderdale range from $228 to $404, with an average of $302 over the past 12 months. Anything below $228 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 27% above the $302 route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $238 round-trip via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD), compared to $302 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by JetBlue. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A220-300 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Buffalo to Fort Lauderdale flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $257 to $1,657. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

JetBlue is the only airline on the Buffalo to Fort Lauderdale route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Buffalo to Fort Lauderdale are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $112, which is 42% below the typical average for this route.

Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Hertz
• Ace
• Dollar
• Budget
• GREEN MOTION

Flights from Buffalo to Fort Lauderdale usually depart from Buffalo (BUF) and arrive at Fort Lauderdale (FLL).

One-stop flights from Buffalo to Fort Lauderdale most commonly connect through:

• Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 36% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 30% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 12% of one-stop connections
• New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 8% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from Buffalo to Fort Lauderdale. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $265 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $346, a difference of $81.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Buffalo and Fort Lauderdale. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• JetBlue
• Southwest

Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 01m, compared with 5h 02m via Nashville Intl (BNA) and 5h 18m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

Some of the most popular sights in Fort Lauderdale are Las Olas Beach, Las Olas Boulevard and Fort Lauderdale Beach Park. These are among the most viewed places in Fort Lauderdale on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Buffalo to Fort Lauderdale flights:

• JetBlue: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Southwest: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Taxis are metred, however on average travellers can expect to pay around $17 (C$ 22) to get from the airport to the city centre. Some passengers opt for a shared ride, costing approximately $10 (C$ 13) per person.

At specific dates and times, passengers arriving at Fort Lauderdale International Airport are greeted with live music on the top floor of Terminal 4, where your flight from Buffalo to Fort Lauderdale will most likely arrive. If you need to unwind before travelling to the city centre, head over to the outdoor “Sunny View” area outside Terminal 3, within walking distance from Terminals 1, 2 and 4.

A one-way bus ticket from the airport to the city centre costs $2 (about C$ 2.67). The bus connecting the airport to downtown Fort Lauderdale is bus 1 and is operated by Broward County Transit (BCT). The bus stop can be found at the Car Rental Center, within walking distance from Terminal 1 and a short shuttle bus trip from the other three terminals.

If your hotel provides a shuttle service, or if you’ve booked one in advance, look for the sign “Hotel & Off Airport Parking Shuttles” on the lower level outside all terminals.

The Sun Trolley is a free service for tourists travelling without luggage or pets. If Fort Lauderdale is your final destination, the Sun Trolley is not your best option for travelling to the city centre. However, if you’re in Fort Lauderdale for a layover and you’re travelling on a weekend, taking the Sun Trolley is a good option for getting to know the city centre.