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Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport

Fort Lauderdale, US

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Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport

Fort Lauderdale, United States · North America

Solid mid-tier US airport with excellent cruise and South Florida access but fragmented terminals, average food, and weather/congestion vulnerability.

Airportist Score

6.8/ 10

Solid

Ease of use6.8
Comfort & amenities6.5
Food & retail6.4
Ground access8.0
Reliability6.5
Lounges6.5

How the score works

An editorial 0–10 score. The overall is exactly the weighted sum of six traveler categories — not a Google rating and not a poll.

25%Ease of use — Wayfinding, security wait, and layout.
20%Comfort & amenities — Seating, Wi-Fi, cleanliness, and quiet.
15%Food & retail — Food and retail quality and variety.
15%Ground access — Transit, taxi, and parking to the city.
15%Reliability — Delays, cancellations, and weather resilience.
10%Lounges — Worth-it density and access quality.

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Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport

Fort Lauderdale, United States · North America

Solid mid-tier US airport with excellent cruise and South Florida access but fragmented terminals, average food, and weather/congestion vulnerability.

Airportist Score

6.8/ 10

Solid

Ease of use6.8
Comfort & amenities6.5
Food & retail6.4
Ground access8.0
Reliability6.5
Lounges6.5

How the score works

An editorial 0–10 score. The overall is exactly the weighted sum of six traveler categories — not a Google rating and not a poll.

25%Ease of use — Wayfinding, security wait, and layout.
20%Comfort & amenities — Seating, Wi-Fi, cleanliness, and quiet.
15%Food & retail — Food and retail quality and variety.
15%Ground access — Transit, taxi, and parking to the city.
15%Reliability — Delays, cancellations, and weather resilience.
10%Lounges — Worth-it density and access quality.

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Arrive
15–25 min
before departure
Typical security
20 min
editorial average, not live
Fastest to city
15-25 min downtown FLL; 40-60+ min Miami
Uber/Lyft
Cheapest to city
Tri-Rail + free airport shuttle
$ · 30-60+ min depending on destination + shuttle wait
Lounges
3
2 rated worth it
On time
70%
of departures

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Nearby airports

Passenger airports within about 150 km. Scored airports show their Airportist Score so you can weigh a switch.

HWONorth Perry Airport
Hollywood
12 km
FXEFort Lauderdale Executive Airport
Fort Lauderdale
14 km
PPMPompano Beach Airpark
Pompano Beach
20 km
OPFMiami-Opa Locka Executive Airport
Miami
22 km
MPBMiami Seaplane Base
Miami
33 km
MIAMiami International Airport
Miami
34 km

Compare FLL vs MIA

HWONorth Perry Airport
Hollywood
12 km
FXEFort Lauderdale Executive Airport
Fort Lauderdale
14 km
PPMPompano Beach Airpark
Pompano Beach
20 km
OPFMiami-Opa Locka Executive Airport
Miami
22 km
MPBMiami Seaplane Base
Miami
33 km
MIAMiami International Airport
Miami
7.034 km

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Most important tips

Know before you go

A compact traveler cheat sheet for timing, terminals, food, and disruption checks.

Timing

Arrive 2 hours domestic, more on cruise Saturdays

Security averages 15-25 minutes but spikes early morning and when multiple ships are in port.

PreCheck/CLEAR cut it significantly; bag drop often capped at 4 hours prior and some airlines tighter.

Terminal

Confirm airline terminal—only T3-T4 linked airside

T1 and T2 require landside transfer or free shuttle/tram if connecting.

T3-T4 bridge lets you walk post-security (except international arrivals); construction may shift GTA pickup zones.

Food

Hit Escape Lounge or Casavana for real value

Standard terminal food is average and pricey; lounges or Cuban bakery options beat chains.

Escape (T3) has fresh coastal-inspired dishes; Kafe Kalik (T4) gives Priority Pass $28 credit; refill water free everywhere.

Status

Weather and cruise peaks drive most delays

On-time performance mid-pack; thunderstorms and Northeast weather ripples hit hard.

Check airline apps and FLL socials; Spirit shutdown freed gates but JetBlue expansion continues.

Live conditions

Right now at FLL

Security waits and operational status from official feeds, where the airport publishes them.

Honest verdict

Who this airport works for

Best for

Cruise passengers to Port Everglades
Southwest/JetBlue/Delta domestic hops
Quick South Florida beach access
Budget ground transport options

Watch out for

Disconnected terminals requiring re-security or shuttles
Cruise-day and early-morning security/traffic spikes
Limited true Priority Pass lounges (dining credit only)
Thunderstorms and cascading Northeast delays

Airportist Score

Why this score

Overall is the published weighted sum of six categories. No holistic fudge on top.

Ease of use · 25%

Wayfinding, security wait, and layout.

6.8

Comfort & amenities · 20%

Seating, Wi-Fi, cleanliness, and quiet.

6.5

Food & retail · 15%

Food and retail quality and variety.

6.4

Ground access · 15%

Transit, taxi, and parking to the city.

8.0

Reliability · 15%

Delays, cancellations, and weather resilience.

6.5

Lounges · 10%

Worth-it density and access quality.

6.5

Key stats

Editorial reference figures, not live readings.

Annual passengers

32.2M

Terminals

4 active terminals

On-time departures

70%

Typical security

20 min

Guide quick facts

From the editorial guide for FLL.

Updated Sep 13, 2026

Four color-coded terminals (1 yellow, 2 red, 3 purple, 4 green) with ~66-67 gates; only T3-T4 connected airside
Major carriers: Southwest/United (T1), Delta (T2), American/JetBlue (T3/T4); Spirit ceased ops May 2026
32,208,419 passengers in 2025 (Broward December 2025 stats; −8.5% vs 35,208,611 in 2024); key cruise gateway 3 miles from Port Everglades
Free water bottle refill stations post-security near restrooms in all concourses
TSA PreCheck and CLEAR at all terminals; typical waits 15-25 min, longer early mornings/cruise peaks
Rental Car Center next to T1 with free shuttles; garage tram and landside walking paths connect terminals

8 official sources

https://www.broward.org/airport
https://www.broward.org/Airport/passengers/Transportation
https://www.broward.org/Airport/passengers/Parking
https://www.broward.org/Airport/Business/about/Documents/FLLstats_december2025.pdf
https://www.broward.org/Airport/Business/about/Documents/FLL_factsheet_ada_06112026.pdf
https://escapelounges.com/us/airport-lounges/fort-lauderdale/
https://www.tri-rail.com/stations/Fort-Lauderdale-Hollywood-International-Airport-at-Dania-Beach
https://www.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/united-states-of-america/fairfield-municipal/fll3d-kafe-kalik

Full guide

Explore the FLL guide

Each section answers one trip question in depth.

Map
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, the Fort Lauderdale city center, and Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE)
City center1 other airport
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Getting There
4 ways into the city, compared on time, cost, and luggage.
Fastest: Uber/LyftCheapest: Tri-Rail + free airport shuttle
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Lounges
3 lounges with access rules, hours, and verdicts. 2 rated worth it.
Delta Sky ClubEscape Lounges – The Centurion Studio Partner
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Traveler Tips
Bring empty bottle—free refill stations post-security near every restroom cluster; saves $4+ per bottle
13 tips & hacks
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Amenities
6 rated amenities — food, Wi-Fi, quiet spots, family, and sleep.
Free water refillsEscape LoungeRental Car Center
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Water
Where to refill for free, and where a bottle costs the least airside.
4 spots2 free or refill
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Reviews
Editorial and traveler reviews — what people actually complain about.
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Security wait times

A current security estimate is not available. Check the official airport site or MyTSA before travel.

Official airport site TSA screening guide

Operational status

Normal operations

No Flighty-reported operational issues for this airport.

Status update: 09:10 EDT

Source: Flighty Airports

Status response Oct 21, 13:10 UTC · Confirm live conditions with official sources before travel.