Travelling from Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport (POA) to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
The timezone in Fort Lauderdale is UTC-5. The city is two hours behind Porto Alegre, where Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to catch your POA to Fort Lauderdale flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Finding a plane ticket from POA to Fort Lauderdale with a stopover is easy. Whether you want to potentially save on your fare or break up your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse your options. A popular stop is Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY).
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Porto Alegre, POA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport to Fort Lauderdale? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to POA:
Of all flights departing from Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport (POA) to Fort Lauderdale
The best price we've seen for a one-way Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight is $728. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,401. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from POA to Fort Lauderdale. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport to Fort Lauderdale across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
The distance from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale is roughly 11 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport to Fort Lauderdale. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FLL instead:
Reserving your vehicle from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from POA to Fort Lauderdale can help you lock in the lowest rate.
FLL is located at 320 Terminal Drive.
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport to Fort Lauderdale. March is the most popular month to travel to Fort Lauderdale. If you want a quieter vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Fort Lauderdale is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport to Fort Lauderdale plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from POA to Fort Lauderdale in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Fort Lauderdale
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Fort Lauderdale right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport to Fort Lauderdale:
Ft Lauderdale Beach (Playa las Olas) and Las Olas Beach are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Fort Lauderdale to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Fort Lauderdale Beach: The L'Hermitage Reserve.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Fort Lauderdale, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Journey about 499 kilometres north to Jacksonville to check off its leading sights. From St. John's Cathedral to Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another side of the United States, head for Tampa, roughly 306 kilometres northwest of Fort Lauderdale. Busch Gardens Tampa, The Florida Aquarium and ZooTampa at Lowry Park are the start of reasons to visit.