--- iata: FLL name: Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport city: Fort Lauderdale country: United States lastUpdated: '2026-09-01' officialWebsite: 'https://www.broward.org/airport' sources: - 'https://www.broward.org/airport' - 'https://www.broward.org/Airport/passengers/Transportation' - 'https://www.broward.org/Airport/passengers/Parking' - 'https://escapelounges.com/us/airport-lounges/fort-lauderdale/' - >- https://upgradedpoints.com/travel/airports/fort-lauderdale-hollywood-fll-airport/ - >- https://www.blacklane.com/en/blog/travel/airports/a-guide-to-fort-lauderdale-airport/ - 'https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/south/2207298-travel-through-fll.html' - >- 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 quickFacts: - >- 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 - >- 32.2 million passengers in 2025; 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 bentoTips: - label: Timing title: 'Arrive 2 hours domestic, more on cruise Saturdays' detail: >- PreCheck/CLEAR cut it significantly; bag drop often capped at 4 hours prior and some airlines tighter. summary: >- Security averages 15-25 minutes but spikes early morning and when multiple ships are in port. category: timing - label: Terminal title: Confirm airline terminal—only T3-T4 linked airside detail: >- T3-T4 bridge lets you walk post-security (except international arrivals); construction may shift GTA pickup zones. summary: T1 and T2 require landside transfer or free shuttle/tram if connecting. category: terminal - label: Food title: Hit Escape Lounge or Casavana for real value detail: >- Escape (T3) has fresh coastal-inspired dishes; Kafe Kalik (T4) gives Priority Pass $28 credit; refill water free everywhere. summary: >- Standard terminal food is average and pricey; lounges or Cuban bakery options beat chains. category: food - label: Status title: Weather and cruise peaks drive most delays detail: >- Check airline apps and FLL socials; Spirit shutdown freed gates but JetBlue expansion continues. summary: >- On-time performance mid-pack; thunderstorms and Northeast weather ripples hit hard. category: status lounges: - name: United Club hours: '05:00-20:00' access: - United Club membership - Star Alliance Gold - Polaris/business international or eligible premium - Day pass ~$59 bestFor: - United/Star Alliance flyers - Work summary: >- Renovated and functional with solid snacks and views but no showers and can feel basic for long stays; worth it if you already have access. verdict: depends terminal: Terminal 1 amenities: - Snacks and light food - Complimentary drinks including liquor - Wi-Fi - Power outlets/USB - Tarmac views - name: Delta Sky Club hours: '04:15-20:00' access: - Delta Sky Club membership - Amex Platinum/Centurion on Delta flight - Delta SkyMiles Reserve on Delta flight - Premium cabin/SkyTeam elites bestFor: - Delta flyers - Longer waits summary: >- Newer and one of the better outstation Sky Clubs with decent food selection and quieter Terminal 2 vibe; solid if eligible. verdict: worth-it terminal: Terminal 2 amenities: - Hot and cold food - Full bar (premium for purchase/miles) - Wi-Fi - Power - Runway views - name: Escape Lounges – The Centurion Studio Partner hours: '05:30-21:00' access: - Amex Platinum - Delta SkyMiles Reserve (on Delta-marketed flight) - Day pass from ~$45 prebook / $60 walk-up - 3 hours prior to departure bestFor: - Amex holders - T3/T4 departures - Families (kids under 3 free) summary: >- Best overall lounge at FLL with fresh food, Florida vibe, and reliable access for cardholders; day pass fair value when space allows and accessible from T3/T4. verdict: worth-it terminal: Terminal 3 amenities: - Freshly prepared hot/cold local-inspired food - Full complimentary bar - Wi-Fi - Charging - Print/scan - Workspaces - name: Kafe Kalik (Priority Pass dining) hours: Varies (restaurant hours) access: - Priority Pass ($28 credit toward bill) bestFor: - Priority Pass holders with no lounge access summary: >- Only PP option—$28 food/drink credit (tip extra, auto 18% sometimes); decent Caribbean bites near G6 but not a true lounge experience. verdict: depends terminal: Terminal 4 amenities: - Bahamian/Caribbean food and drinks - Sit-down waterOptions: - kind: refill name: Water bottle filling stations zone: airside summary: >- Free filtered refill stations in all seven post-security concourses—bring an empty bottle through TSA. location: Post-security near restrooms in every concourse (A-H) terminal: All terminals isBestValue: true isBestQuality: true - kind: refill name: Water fountains zone: airside summary: >- Standard fountains available if stations are busy; still free and everywhere. location: Landside and airside near restrooms and gates terminal: All terminals - kind: purchase name: Hudson News or similar convenience shops zone: airside price: $3.50-$5+ for 500ml-20oz bottle summary: Standard overpriced airport bottles; only if you forgot a refillable. location: >- Airside near gates and main concourses, e.g. opposite seating areas or duty-free terminal: Terminal 1-4 - kind: purchase name: Starbucks or quick-service counters zone: airside price: $3-$4.50 for bottled water summary: >- Slightly better than pure newsstands sometimes; ask for free cup of water if buying coffee. location: Near security exits or gate clusters in T1/T2/T3 terminal: Multiple airportistScore: 6.9 slug: fll region: North America --- > Markdown for [/airports/fll](/airports/fll). Append `.md` to any page URL (or send `Accept: text/markdown`) for an agent-readable copy. - [HTML page](/airports/fll) - [Lounge directory](/airports/fll/lounges.md) - [Sitemap](/sitemap.md) # Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) 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 **6.9 / 10** - Comfort: 6.5 - Navigation: 6.8 - Food: 6.4 - Transport: 8.0 - Disruption resilience: 6.5 ## At a glance - Passengers: 32.2M - Terminals: 4 active terminals - Typical security: 20 min - On-time: 70% - Disruption: minor ## 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 ## More intel - [Lounge directory](/airports/fll/lounges.md) (free) - [Getting there](/airports/fll/getting-there.md) (free) - [Amenities](/airports/fll/amenities.md) - [Traveler tips](/airports/fll/tips.md) - [Water](/airports/fll/water.md) - [Full guide](/airports/fll/guide.md) - [Disruptions](/airports/fll/disruptions.md) - [Reviews](/airports/fll/reviews.md)