What percentage of Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 24.4% of flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles are direct. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically encounter 2 stops. This data reflects flight patterns observed over a 90-day window. The majority of routes on this path involve at least one connection.

How long does it take to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles?

The typical direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles takes approximately 5 hours and 22 minutes, covering a distance of 3763 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, have a significantly longer median duration, averaging around 11 hours and 27 minutes. The difference in travel time between direct and one-stop flights is substantial, with direct options being considerably faster.

How often do cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles come up frequently. This route is consistently identified as one that often presents good value for travelers. Based on observations over a 30-day window, opportunities for more affordable travel on this route are common.

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Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

A typical journey from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles, including connections, takes about 5h 22m. Given that most itineraries for this route involve at least one stopover, this duration reflects the overall travel time rather than a direct flight. For connecting flights, the median journey time extends to 15h 20m, indicating that itineraries with connections can significantly increase travel duration.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles, the fares right now are below the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $343–$685, with a median of $465. Currently, only 1% of recent fares are classified as a good price.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles? Historically, the most affordable month to fly is April, with a median fare of $164. Following April, May also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $244. September is another relatively inexpensive option, showing a median fare of $316.

Most itineraries from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles connect at least once, with only 24.4% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of flights that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that travelers should anticipate at least one stop when planning their journey between these two cities.

How much is a round trip from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

Regular price: $220 - $370

Prices for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles is between $220 and $370. The current lowest deal is $221 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 15-Oct 21.

now $221

Low $220

High $370

The cheapest time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

The cheapest month to fly from FLL to LAX is April, with a median price of $234. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1463. Prices are generally lower from April to October.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $234

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,463

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

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Jul

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Sep

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Direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

JetBlue Airways

Last-minute flights going from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Los Angeles

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Los Angeles (LAX)

JetBlue Airways

$659

$434

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Los Angeles

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$679

$426

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Los Angeles

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$663

$427

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Los Angeles

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$659

$457

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Los Angeles

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$637

$369

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Los Angeles

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Los Angeles (LAX)

JetBlue Airways

$657

$445

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

4 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 15

$637 → $369

42%

2 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 14

$657 → $400

39%

2 nights

Aug 10 - Aug 12

$679 → $426

37%

1 night

Aug 12 - Aug 13

$662 → $412

38%

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Fort Lauderdale - Los Angeles route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles are below the typical level at $221.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles, with a median price of $234.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 5h 22m

The median flight duration for a direct flight is 5h 22m, while connecting flights average 15h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, making up 75.6% of recent deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

JetBlue Airways offers direct flights

JetBlue Airways is one airline that offers direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Fort Lauderdale main airports to depart from

Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International (FLL)

Cheapest

Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is a good option for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles.

📍 ~6 km from Fort Lauderdale (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$218

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a primary arrival choice for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles.

📍 ~19 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$218

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Hollywood Burbank (BUR)

Hollywood Burbank is a useful alternative for travelers heading to North Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley.

📍 ~20 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$240

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From FLL

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$2,458

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From FLL

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Los Angeles, United States

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Los Angeles, United States

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From FLL

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

Historically, the best time to book flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles is 60+ days before departure, with an average price of $377. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees prices rise significantly, averaging around $1556. Prices in the 14-27 day window average $516, while the 7-13 day window averages $830. Across the trailing quarter, prices fluctuate, with the highest average prices occurring for last-minute bookings.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles is considered to be $343 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $465. Prices tend to increase, with 75% of flights costing $685 or more. These figures are based on data collected over a 90-day window.

Historically, April and May are among the cheapest months to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles, with median prices of $164 and $244 respectively. September also offers competitive prices, with a median of $316. The annual median price for this route is $465, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average. These trends are observed over a 270-day window.

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Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

How much is a round trip from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

Regular price: $220 - $370

Prices for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles is between $220 and $370. The current lowest deal is $221 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 15-Oct 21.

now $221

Low $220

High $370

The cheapest time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

The cheapest month to fly from FLL to LAX is April, with a median price of $234. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1463. Prices are generally lower from April to October.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $234

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,463

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

JetBlue Airways

Last-minute flights going from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Los Angeles

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Los Angeles (LAX)

JetBlue Airways

$659

$434

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Los Angeles

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$679

$426

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Los Angeles

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$663

$427

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Los Angeles

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$659

$457

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Los Angeles

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$637

$369

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Los Angeles

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Los Angeles (LAX)

JetBlue Airways

$657

$445

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

4 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 15

$637 → $369

42%

2 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 14

$657 → $400

39%

2 nights

Aug 10 - Aug 12

$679 → $426

37%

1 night

Aug 12 - Aug 13

$662 → $412

38%

Popular Airports to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

Fort Lauderdale - Los Angeles route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles are below the typical level at $221.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles, with a median price of $234.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 5h 22m

The median flight duration for a direct flight is 5h 22m, while connecting flights average 15h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, making up 75.6% of recent deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

JetBlue Airways offers direct flights

JetBlue Airways is one airline that offers direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Fort Lauderdale main airports to depart from

Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International (FLL)

Cheapest

Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is a good option for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles.

📍 ~6 km from Fort Lauderdale (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$218

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a primary arrival choice for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles.

📍 ~19 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$218

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Hollywood Burbank (BUR)

Hollywood Burbank is a useful alternative for travelers heading to North Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley.

Los Angeles, United States

93% AI deal score

$2,412

$1,157

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Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

Cheap Flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

Today’s best flight deals from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

How much is a round trip from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

The cheapest time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

Direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

Last-minute flights going from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

Popular Airports to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

Fort Lauderdale - Los Angeles route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

April is historically the cheapest month to fly

Direct flights take 5h 22m

Connecting flights are dominant

JetBlue Airways offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Fort Lauderdale main airports to depart from

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Los Angeles

Best Elite deals to Los Angeles

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

When is the best time to book flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles?

What is a good price for a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles?

What percentage of Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles flights are direct?

How long does it take to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles?

How often do cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles come up?

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Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

How much is a round trip from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

The cheapest time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

Direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

Last-minute flights going from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

Popular Airports to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles

Fort Lauderdale - Los Angeles route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

April is historically the cheapest month to fly

Direct flights take 5h 22m

Connecting flights are dominant

JetBlue Airways offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Fort Lauderdale main airports to depart from

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Los Angeles

Best Elite deals to Los Angeles

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Dec 08

Dec 03

Dec 03

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

When is the best time to book flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles?

What is a good price for a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles?