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$59+ Cheap flights from California to Fort Lauderdale (FLL)

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LAX — FLL
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Fort Lauderdale

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Round-trip from

$145
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$59
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$353

Good round-trip deal

$261 or less

Good one-way deal

$166 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Fort Lauderdale
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Fort Lauderdale. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/168:25 amLAS - FLL
1 stop9h 14mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/206:55 pmFLL - LAS
Nonstop5h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$146
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/206:45 amSNA - FLL
2 stops13h 07mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/251:52 pmFLL - SNA
1 stop8h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$154
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1711:40 pmLAS - FLL
Nonstop4h 40mJetBlue
Mon 9/228:30 pmFLL - LAS
Nonstop5h 19mJetBlue
Deal found 7/30$159
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/195:42 pmBUR - FLL
2 stops16h 56mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/261:17 pmFLL - BUR
2 stops11h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$164
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/176:00 amOAK - FLL
2 stops11h 45mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/225:45 pmFLL - OAK
2 stops16h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$170
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/208:25 pmSMF - FLL
2 stops16h 19mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/251:52 pmFLL - SMF
1 stop10h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$170
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Fri 8/159:44 amLAX - FLL
Nonstop5h 16mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/196:45 pmFLL - LAX
1 stop7h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$177
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/56:23 amLAS - FLL
2 stops11h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/131:20 pmFLL - LAS
1 stop10h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$188
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2112:39 pmSJC - FLL
1 stop14h 24mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/166:50 pmFLL - SJC
1 stop8h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$195
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/267:45 amSFO - FLL
Nonstop5h 21mJetBlue
Fri 10/316:30 amFLL - SFO
Nonstop6h 27mJetBlue
Deal found 7/28$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/235:15 amSFO - FLL
1 stop8h 12mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/301:52 pmFLL - SFO
1 stop7h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$233
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/712:43 amSFO - FLL
1 stop7h 17mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/158:15 amFLL - SFO
Nonstop6h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$241

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Fort Lauderdale that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Fort Lauderdale that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Fort Lauderdale

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasFort Lauderdale

LAS - FLL

LASFLL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 10/16

8:25 am-8:39 pm

1 stop9h 14m

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 10/20

6:55 pm-9:08 pm

Nonstop5h 13m

$146

Santa AnaFort Lauderdale

SNA - FLL

SNAFLL

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 8/20

6:45 am-10:52 pm

2 stops13h 07m

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 8/25

1:52 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$154

Las VegasFort Lauderdale

LAS - FLL

LASFLL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 9/17

11:40 pm-7:20 am

Nonstop4h 40m

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 9/22

8:30 pm-10:49 pm

Nonstop5h 19m

$159

BurbankFort Lauderdale

BUR - FLL

BURFLL

Burbank Bob Hope

Tue 8/19

5:42 pm-1:38 pm

2 stops16h 56m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 8/26

1:17 pm-9:59 pm

2 stops11h 42m

$164

OaklandFort Lauderdale

OAK - FLL

OAKFLL

Oakland

Wed 9/17

6:00 am-8:45 pm

2 stops11h 45m

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 9/22

5:45 pm-7:38 am

2 stops16h 53m

$170

SacramentoFort Lauderdale

SMF - FLL

SMFFLL

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/20

8:25 pm-3:44 pm

2 stops16h 19m

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 8/25

1:52 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop10h 42m

$170

Los AngelesFort Lauderdale

LAX - FLL

LAXFLL

Los Angeles

Fri 8/15

9:44 am-6:00 pm

Nonstop5h 16m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 8/19

6:45 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$177

Las VegasFort Lauderdale

LAS - FLL

LASFLL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 9/5

6:23 am-8:37 pm

2 stops11h 14m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 9/13

1:20 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop10h 21m

$188

San JoseFort Lauderdale

SJC - FLL

SJCFLL

San Jose

Thu 8/21

12:39 pm-6:03 am

1 stop14h 24m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 9/16

6:50 pm-12:24 am

1 stop8h 34m

$195

San FranciscoFort Lauderdale

SFO - FLL

SFOFLL

San Francisco

Sun 10/26

7:45 am-4:06 pm

Nonstop5h 21m

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 10/31

6:30 am-9:57 am

Nonstop6h 27m

$229

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Best time to book a flight from California to Fort Lauderdale

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Fort Lauderdale

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Fort Lauderdale?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Fort Lauderdale (average of $185). Flying from California to Fort Lauderdale in March is currently the most expensive (average of $254). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to FLL?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Fort Lauderdale. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Fort Lauderdale as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from California to Fort Lauderdale

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Fort Lauderdale. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to FLL are scheduled on a Wednesday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Fort Lauderdale

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Fort Lauderdale. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Fort Lauderdale. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from California to Fort Lauderdale by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,610 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,902 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Fort Lauderdale from California?

    For a flight from California to Fort Lauderdale, you will be flying into Fort Lauderdale. Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is just 3.4 mi from the center of the city.

  • How popular is this California to Fort Lauderdale flight route?

    Flights from California to Fort Lauderdale have been viewed 9 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Fort Lauderdale one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $59. However, be on the lookout for offers from JetBlue and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from California to Fort Lauderdale for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Fort Lauderdale?

    While some choose either Burbank Bob Hope - Fort Lauderdale or Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Fort Lauderdale, Los Angeles - Fort Lauderdale is the most popular route from California to Fort Lauderdale.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Fort Lauderdale?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from California to Fort Lauderdale consider choosing Singapore Airlines (89%), JetBlue (85%) or Azul (84%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Fort Lauderdale?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $128. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Fort Lauderdale) can be booked for $133 on average our data indicates $887 when flying from California to Fort Lauderdale.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Fort Lauderdale that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Fort Lauderdale flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Fort Lauderdale?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Fort Lauderdale.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Fort Lauderdale?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Fort Lauderdale by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Fort Lauderdale?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Fort Lauderdale (average of $185). Flying from California to Fort Lauderdale in March is currently the most expensive (average of $254). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from California to Fort Lauderdale

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from California to Fort Lauderdale. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$93Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$93Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$97Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$133Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$144Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$157Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$191Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$238Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$267Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%

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