Travelling from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Fort Lauderdale and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 50 minutes.
Fort Lauderdale is one hour ahead of St Louis, where Lambert-St. Louis International Airport is located. Fort Lauderdale follows the UTC-4 timezone.
The busiest route is from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). You can select from eight services every week between these two airports. Southwest Airlines offers a 05:25 departure between STL and FLL.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your STL to Fort Lauderdale flight.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Fort Lauderdale ticket. Start your journey at STL and land at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
Southwest Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Fort Lauderdale.
Located around 16 kilometres from central St Louis, STL can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Fort Lauderdale? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near STL:
Of all flights leaving Lambert-St. Louis International Airport, 78.04% land on time at their destination.
STL's address is 10701 Lambert International Blvd..
How to find the cheapest flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Fort Lauderdale
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight is ر.ق. 181. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 421. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from STL to Fort Lauderdale by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for finding a bargain.
The best month for finding cheap Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Fort Lauderdale tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's an even better deal on cheap flights from STL to Fort Lauderdale.
Snag an affordable flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Fort Lauderdale with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Fort Lauderdale. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Fort Lauderdale. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FLL instead:
Pick up a Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport rental car and explore Fort Lauderdale and beyond with your own wheels. Renta Florida, OtoQ and Thrifty are leading providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from STL to Fort Lauderdale.
FLL is located at 320 Terminal Drive.
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
Plan your trip to Fort Lauderdale during peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Fort Lauderdale during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Fort Lauderdale is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 32ºC. Book your Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Search for cheap tickets from STL 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
Start your Fort Lauderdale trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Fort Lauderdale, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Bonnet House Museum and Gardens, Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach and Jungle Queen Riverboat are must-do's during your Fort Lauderdale adventure.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Fort Lauderdale, now it's time to discover more of United States. Travel about 499 kilometres north to Jacksonville to tick off its must-visit sights. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Tampa is another favourite destination in United States and is around 306 kilometres north-west of Fort Lauderdale. No trip is complete without dropping by Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium.
