Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO): what you need to know
Fort Lauderdale's main base, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO).
Take a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Grand Bahama International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 47 minutes.
Freeport's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Fort Lauderdale. Grand Bahama International Airport is located in Freeport.
The most popular route is from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO), with 18 direct weekly services. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FLL to FPO is the 12:15 Bahamasair service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 16:05 with Bahamasair.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Fort Lauderdale to FPO.
Popular months like July or holiday periods such as spring break and Christmas will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise move.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
You can take a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO) departing from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
You can get away on a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Grand Bahama International Airport with Silver Airways. This leading airline operates departures from FLL.
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to visit a new city or just take a break during your journey. When booking your flight from Fort Lauderdale to FPO, deselect 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) is one option if you're taking off from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
From central Fort Lauderdale, FLL is around 8 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Catching an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Grand Bahama International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport:
About Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Grand Bahama International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FPO instead:
Getting from Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO) to central Freeport
Grand Bahama International Airport to central Freeport takes around 9 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Grand Bahama International Airport is ر.ق. 469. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 1,145. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap tickets from Fort Lauderdale to FPO by booking 2 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Grand Bahama International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO)
August is the most popular month to catch a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Grand Bahama International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Freeport, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Book your flight from Fort Lauderdale to FPO for August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Freeport to range from 26ºC to 30ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Fort Lauderdale to Grand Bahama International Airport in January when temperatures average between 18ºC and 23ºC.
More about Freeport
Start your Freeport trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Grand Bahama International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Bahamian Brewery, Garden of the Groves and Xanadu Beach are must-do's during your Freeport adventure.
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