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

• Earliest: departs at 7:30 am and lands at 8:36 am
• Latest: departs at 11:44 pm and lands at 12:50 am.

The flight takes about 1h 06m.

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

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class

A nonstop flight from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale takes 1h 06m, covering 197 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 Tampa to Fort Lauderdale range from $96 to $208, with an average of $139 over the past 12 months. Anything below $96 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 15% above the $139 route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $139 round-trip, compared to $187 via a layover through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

JetBlue is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Breeze Airways has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Tampa to Fort Lauderdale flights are:

• JetBlue: 92% on time
• Breeze Airways: 77% on time
• Southwest: 76% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 83% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$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.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Tampa to Fort Lauderdale flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 20%, evening flights for 20%, and night flights for 20%.

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

Based on prices from the last 5 days, flying between Tampa and Fort Lauderdale is around $88 round-trip, with a flight time of about 1h 05m. Recent train fares are around $66, with a trip time of about 4h 48m. Compared with flying, recent train fares are roughly 25% lower. However, taking the train takes about 3+ hours longer each way.

One-way fares from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $49, which is 52% 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 Tampa to Fort Lauderdale usually depart from Tampa (TPA) and arrive at Fort Lauderdale (FLL).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening 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 Tampa to Fort Lauderdale route, 18% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 47m.

Most connecting flights from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale pass through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $123 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $166, a difference of $43.

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

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

• JetBlue
• Breeze Airways
• Southwest

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 Tampa to Fort Lauderdale flights:

• Breeze Airways: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• 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:

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

There are daily direct flight deals to Fort Lauderdale from TPA. Silver Airlines, JetBlue, Avianca, Spirit Airlines, Southwest, and United Airlines have nonstop flights from TPA to FLL. There are about eight direct flights between TPA and Fort Lauderdale per day. You will also get multiple flights with one or two stops en route. Spirit Airlines, Delta, and Silver Airways operate single-stop flights with a common layover in Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) or Key West International Airport (EYW).

TPA offers many convenient parking packages for passengers traveling through the airport. Short Term Garage situated above the Terminal allows vehicles under 6 feet 8 inches. Long Term Garage is next to the Terminal and permits vehicles under 7 feet 10 inches. The Level 4 walkway offers easy access to the Long Term Garage. Sky Connect gives access to the Economy Garage, which houses vehicles under 13 feet in the Lot and 8 feet in the Garage. Charges vary depending on the time you spend at the parking lots.

Yes, there are multiple hotels near the airport. Check into hotels like Hyatt Place Ft. Lauderdale Airport & Cruise Port, Hilton Garden Inn Fort Lauderdale Airport-Cruise Port, SpringHill Suites Marriott Ft Lauderdale Airport/ Cruise Port, and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Lauderdale. These establishments are conveniently located around the airport and offer free airport shuttle service.

TPA is fully compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990’s policies. It offers special services that ensure special needs passengers get equal access to all the programs at the airport. Elevators are around the exit and entrance doors to provide easier access to the terminals. It offers wheelchair-accessible restrooms, companion restrooms, and TYY/ TDD telephones. Passengers with reduced mobility can ask for wheelchair services. We recommend making arrangements before your travel to ensure availability.