Flying from Birmingham Airport (BHM) to Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL): what you need to know
Around 2 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Birmingham Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport.
The timezone in Fort Lauderdale is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Birmingham.
Leave enough time to catch your BHM to FLL flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as October? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Breeze Airways is your gateway to exploring Fort Lauderdale (and maybe even some other exciting corners of the United States!). Check out the direct flights from Birmingham Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport offered by this airline.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Breeze Airways.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for BHM to FLL flights is Spirit Airlines.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Birmingham Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BHM and FLL:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Orlando International Airport
Tampa International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham Airport (BHM) to Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)
$205 is currently the best price for a one-way Birmingham Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport flight. Return flights start at $410. These prices can change depending on demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BHM to FLL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The cheapest month for flights from Birmingham Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Birmingham Airport (BHM)
BHM is located at 5900 Airport Highway.
79% of flights that leave from Birmingham Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Birmingham to Birmingham Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Birmingham Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to BHM:
Arriving at Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)
If you're landing on a late Birmingham Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near FLL:
Pick up a Fort Lauderdale International Airport rental car and explore Fort Lauderdale and beyond with your own wheels. Renta Florida, OtoQ and Thrifty are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Fort Lauderdale International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
When to fly to Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)
April is the most popular month for flights from Birmingham Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Fort Lauderdale in March.
When booking your flight from Birmingham Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Fort Lauderdale, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from BHM to FLL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Fort Lauderdale, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Journey around 499 kilometres north to Jacksonville to tick off its top attractions. From St. John's Cathedral to Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in the United States, consider Miami, roughly 40 kilometres south of Fort Lauderdale. Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami are among the biggest draws.

