Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale is 3 hours 4 minutes.
Fort Lauderdale's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Detroit (the location of Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport).
The most popular route is from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). You can select from 49 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DTW to FLL is the 05:00 Spirit Airlines option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 21:59 with Spirit Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from DTW to Fort Lauderdale, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're travelling during a peak month like August, get to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during holiday periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
You can reserve a direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale. Start your trip at DTW and arrive at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
Book your ticket with Delta. This well-known carrier operates direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale.
You won't need a visa or passport to fly within United States. You will need a valid identity document however, such as an ID card or driver's licence. Put them on your packing checklist once you've booked cheap tickets from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale.
DTW is around 32 kilometres from central Detroit. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 27 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 8 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to DTW? If you're boarding an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale
ر.ق. 106 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale. A return flight starts from ر.ق. 212. These fares may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from DTW to Fort Lauderdale, book your journey 9 months ahead of the departure date.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale takes around 15 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 27 minutes.
Book a hotel near FLL if you're taking a late flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale. July is the most popular month for a trip to Fort Lauderdale. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Fort Lauderdale is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from DTW to Fort Lauderdale in January when temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Fort Lauderdale
Start your Fort Lauderdale trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale, browse our selection 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. Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach, Bonnet House Museum and Gardens and Jungle Queen Riverboat are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Fort Lauderdale itinerary.
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