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

• Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 8:28 am
• Latest: departs at 7:10 pm and lands at 9:38 pm.

The flight takes about 2h 28m.

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

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Richmond to Fort Lauderdale takes 2h 28m, covering 807 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 Richmond to Fort Lauderdale range from $173 to $355, with an average of $256 over the past 12 months. Anything below $173 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the $256 route average. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $176 round-trip via Tampa (TPA), compared to $250 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $49–$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 A321 (sharklets) variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Richmond to Fort Lauderdale flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, afternoon 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 $243 to $1,412. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Richmond to Fort Lauderdale are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $88, which is 45% 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
• GREEN MOTION
• Budget
• Dollar

Flights from Richmond to Fort Lauderdale usually depart from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) and arrive at Fort Lauderdale (FLL).

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

• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 47% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 22% of one-stop connections
• Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 20% of one-stop connections
• New York LaGuardia (LGA) - 2% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from Richmond to Fort Lauderdale. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $210 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $276, a difference of $66.

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

Only JetBlue operates flights between Richmond and Fort Lauderdale.

Flying via Orlando (MCO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 19m, compared with 4h 43m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 55m via Tampa (TPA).

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 Richmond to Fort Lauderdale flights:

• JetBlue: offers extra legroom; 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:

• 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.

The most convenient way to move from Fort Lauderdale- Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to the city center is by bus which only takes 1h 15min. The bus fare costs approximately $11 to around $40, making the ride quite affordable for those without cars. However, you can also use the FLL airport shuttle which conveniently services the area around the airport. The quickest way to get to the city center is by taxi, however, it is the more expensive option.

The Richmond International Airport (RIC) has one main terminal which is divided into two levels, the Concourse A and Concourse B. Concourse A gets served by the Jet Blue Airlines and the American Airlines Whereas Concourse B is served by Delta Airlines, United Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and Allegiant Airlines.

The Economy parking fee in the Richmond International Airport (RIC) is around $1 per hour and approximately $7 per day, whereas parking in the daily parking for less than 60min is considered free. However, for every hour, you shall get charged around $3 and approximately $12 per day respectively. The hourly parking lot is also free for those who park for less than 60min, whereas the hourly parking fee stands at approximately $2 per hour and around $24 per day.

Yes. There are direct flights from Richmond (RIC) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) offered by Spirit Airlines and Jet Blue, and for one-stop flights, American Airlines and Delta Airlines offer flights with a layover in Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), or Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).