Flying from Dubai to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
Dubai is home to a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Dubai to Fort Lauderdale departing from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Hop off the plane at Fort Lauderdale's primary gateway, Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL).
Fort Lauderdale is nine hours behind Dubai and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your Dubai to Fort Lauderdale flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Fort Lauderdale
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap Dubai to Fort Lauderdale flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Dubai to Fort Lauderdale is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a fantastic deal.
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Flying from Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
We make it easy to book a Dubai to Fort Lauderdale flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Dubai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The journey from central Dubai to DXB takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Dubai to Fort Lauderdale? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Dubai Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Dubai Airport, 71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
DWC is around 48 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Dubai to Fort Lauderdale, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport:
Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 64%. This figure highlights how often flights that leave from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL) is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Fort Lauderdale. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
It usually takes 35 minutes to get there on public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to FLL if you're coming in on a late flight from Dubai to Fort Lauderdale. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Fort Lauderdale International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Renta Florida, OtoQ or Thrifty and discover more of Fort Lauderdale and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Fort Lauderdale International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
The address for FLL is 320 Terminal Drive.
Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE)
Central Fort Lauderdale is around 8 kilometres from Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE). Make your way off your flight from Dubai to Fort Lauderdale and then keep a lookout for any airport signs directing you to the city centre.
You'll find some comfortable places to lay your head close to FXE. Tuck yourself in after your Dubai to Fort Lauderdale flight at any of these well-located options:
Why base your plans around someone else's schedule? Pick up a Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport rental car and decide exactly where your journey goes. Book a set of wheels here with National.
Usually, the earlier you book, the better the deals and choice of vehicles. Secure your ride from FXE once you know your travel dates.
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Dubai to Fort Lauderdale. April is the most popular month for a trip to Fort Lauderdale. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in March.
The warmest month in Fort Lauderdale is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Dubai to Fort Lauderdale ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Dubai to Fort Lauderdale in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
More about Fort Lauderdale
Start your Fort Lauderdale trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Dubai to Fort Lauderdale, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Las Olas Beach, Playa las Olas and Museum of Discovery and Science are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Fort Lauderdale itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Fort Lauderdale. Around 483 kilometres to the north, its top attractions include St. John's Cathedral, MOCA (Museum Of Contemporary Art), Jacksonville and Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Around 40 kilometres south of Fort Lauderdale, Miami is another essential stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Close Beach, Ocean Dr and Port of Miami.