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

• Earliest: departs at 12:50 pm and lands at 3:49 pm
• Latest: departs at 3:06 pm and lands at 6:05 pm.

The flight takes about 2h 59m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from San José to Fort Lauderdale:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class

A nonstop flight from San José to Fort Lauderdale takes 2h 59m, covering 1,141 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from San José to Fort Lauderdale range from $218 to $437, with an average of $315 over the past 12 months. Anything below $218 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 6% below the route average of $315. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but inventory is limited.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $290 round-trip, compared to $328 via a layover through Tampa (TPA).

JetBlue is the only airline operating San José to Fort Lauderdale flights. 83% of its flights are on time.

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.

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

One-way fares from San José to Fort Lauderdale are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $272, which is 29% above 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 San José to Fort Lauderdale usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Fort Lauderdale (FLL).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the San José to Fort Lauderdale route, 21% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 04m.

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

• Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 58% of one-stop connections
• Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 30% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 7% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 3% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from San José to Fort Lauderdale. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $298 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $351, a difference of $53.

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 San José and Fort Lauderdale.

Flying via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 19m, compared with 7h 50m via Orlando (MCO) and 8h 05m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

Fort Lauderdale is 2 hours ahead of San José (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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 San José 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.

Renting a car is smart if you plan to go around Fort Lauderdale because it is comfortable and convenient. Both on-site and off-site car rental companies are present at the airport. A single building next to Terminal 1 houses all the companies, including Herts, SIXT, Alamo, Thrifty, Enterprise, Dollar, and Avis. They provide a large range of vehicles to choose from to meet your preferences and budget.

The four outdoor pet relief spots at the arrival airport are equipped with cleaning materials like trash bags. They can be found in the garage next to Terminal 1 and outside Terminal 1. Keep your pet in a cage or on a leash inside the terminals. However, as pet travel regulations vary per airline, we advise getting in touch with your airline in advance to inquire about their policies on animal travel.

At least two airlines operate direct flights from San Jose to Fort Lauderdale. However, you can find cheaper connecting flights with one or two stopovers, commonly occurring at El Dorado International Airport and Tocumen International Airport Panama.

You can find a play area in Terminal B that offers children an interactive and educative space. This is an excellent place for children to kill time as they wait to board their flights. An adult should accompany children to the play area.