Travelling from Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
Bridgetown (the location of Grantley Adams International Airport) and Fort Lauderdale follow the same timezone — UTC-4.
To avoid missing your BGI to Fort Lauderdale flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Planning to travel during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from BGI to Fort Lauderdale with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Central Bridgetown to BGI is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to reach there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Have an early flight from Grantley Adams International Airport to Fort Lauderdale? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to BGI:
Of all flights leaving Grantley Adams International Airport, 76.82% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) to Fort Lauderdale
383 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Grantley Adams International Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight. Return plane tickets start from 427 €. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from BGI to Fort Lauderdale if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Grantley Adams International Airport to Fort Lauderdale ticket.
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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 8 kilometres. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Grantley Adams International Airport to Fort Lauderdale. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FLL instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Renta Florida, OtoQ or Thrifty and explore beyond Fort Lauderdale's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport around three weeks before your flight from BGI to Fort Lauderdale.
You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Grantley Adams International Airport to Fort Lauderdale. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel rates are generally higher and attractions can get busy. Go to Fort Lauderdale in the off-season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Fort Lauderdale is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Grantley Adams International Airport to Fort Lauderdale plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BGI to Fort Lauderdale in January when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Fort Lauderdale
After booking your flight from Grantley Adams International Airport to Fort Lauderdale, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Fort Lauderdale:
Bonnet House Museum and Gardens and Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Fort Lauderdale travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Jungle Queen Riverboat.
Explore more of United States
Fort Lauderdale is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. About 499 kilometres north of Fort Lauderdale, a trip to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Tampa is another essential stop in United States and is around 306 kilometres north-west of Fort Lauderdale. No trip is complete without visiting Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium.