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

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — FLL
May 28 — Jun 41
Thu 5/28
Thu 6/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Fort Lauderdale

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 April 28, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/411:40 pm
LAS
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FLL
1 stop9h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/74:15 pm
FLL
-
LAS
Nonstop5h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$164
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/211:50 pm
LAS
-
FLL
Nonstop4h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/91:25 pm
FLL
-
LAS
1 stop28h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$169
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/2311:35 am
LAS
-
FLL
Nonstop4h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/307:51 pm
FLL
-
LAS
1 stop29h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$173
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/911:50 pm
LAS
-
FLL
1 stop6h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/192:18 pm
FLL
-
LAS
1 stop9h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$176
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2510:02 pm
LAS
-
FLL
Nonstop4h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/37:35 am
FLL
-
LAS
Nonstop5h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$179
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Sat 5/165:59 pm
ONT
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FLL
1 stop15h 00m
Frontier
Mon 5/1812:54 pm
FLL
-
ONT
1 stop21h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 4/26$180
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/912:29 am
LAS
-
FLL
1 stop15h 08m
Frontier
Mon 5/1811:35 am
FLL
-
LAS
1 stop14h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 4/22$180
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/911:50 pm
LAS
-
FLL
1 stop6h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/1812:54 pm
FLL
-
LAS
1 stop12h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$183
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/46:45 am
LAS
-
FLL
1 stop7h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/114:15 pm
FLL
-
LAS
Nonstop5h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$184
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/1412:29 am
LAS
-
FLL
1 stop15h 08m
Frontier
Tue 5/196:05 am
FLL
-
LAS
1 stop9h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 4/25$185
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Wed 8/268:10 am
LAS
-
FLL
1 stop10h 31m
American Airlines
Sat 8/291:55 pm
FLL
-
LAS
1 stop9h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/22$186
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Fri 7/107:00 am
LAS
-
FLL
Nonstop4h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/111:47 pm
FLL
-
LAS
1 stop13h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$188

Find flight deals from California to Fort Lauderdale

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Fort Lauderdale flight deals. Data was last updated April 28, 2026.

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$164
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One-way from

$59
(JetBlue)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

September

Average price

$363

Good round-trip deal

$247 or less

Good one-way deal

$171 or less
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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 April 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Fort Lauderdale that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San DiegoFort Lauderdale

SAN - FLL

SANFLL

San Diego

Sat 5/16

1:50 pm-12:32 am

1 stop7h 42m

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 5/24

7:55 am-2:57 pm

1 stop10h 02m

$257

Las VegasFort Lauderdale

LAS - FLL

LASFLL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 5/12

11:35 am-10:15 pm

2 stops7h 40m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 6/2

5:50 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops8h 25m

$257

San DiegoFort Lauderdale

SAN - FLL

SANFLL

San Diego

Fri 5/29

10:15 pm-10:08 am

1 stop8h 53m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 6/3

12:05 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$257

San DiegoFort Lauderdale

SAN - FLL

SANFLL

San Diego

Sat 5/30

6:15 am-7:03 pm

1 stop9h 48m

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 5/31

6:00 am-2:20 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$257

San DiegoFort Lauderdale

SAN - FLL

SANFLL

San Diego

Wed 7/8

10:30 pm-9:59 am

1 stop8h 29m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 7/21

5:23 am-9:26 am

1 stop7h 03m

$257

San FranciscoFort Lauderdale

SFO - FLL

SFOFLL

San Francisco

Fri 5/29

10:55 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop10h 20m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 6/3

12:55 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$259

Las VegasFort Lauderdale

LAS - FLL

LASFLL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 5/12

10:50 am-10:05 pm

2 stops8h 15m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 5/13

3:25 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$263

San FranciscoFort Lauderdale

SFO - FLL

SFOFLL

San Francisco

Sat 5/23

1:45 pm-12:32 am

1 stop7h 47m

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 5/28

6:30 am-11:48 am

1 stop8h 18m

$269

BurbankFort Lauderdale

BUR - FLL

BURFLL

Burbank Bob Hope

Tue 5/26

1:52 pm-12:57 am

1 stop8h 05m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 6/2

11:28 am-9:45 pm

2 stops13h 17m

$274

Los AngelesFort Lauderdale

LAX - FLL

LAXFLL

Los Angeles

Tue 5/19

8:30 am-4:25 pm

Nonstop4h 55m

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 5/24

6:40 am-9:19 am

Nonstop5h 39m

$282

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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

How far ahead should I book a flight from California to Fort Lauderdale?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from California to Fort Lauderdale, you should look to book at least 55 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Fort Lauderdale (average of $281). Flying from California to Fort Lauderdale in May is currently the most expensive (average of $390). 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 April 28, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from California to Fort Lauderdale in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 17% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Fort Lauderdale?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Fort Lauderdale. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Fort Lauderdale flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from California to Fort Lauderdale?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Fort Lauderdale. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 78 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from California to Fort Lauderdale?

    For as low as $282, Delta can have you in Fort Lauderdale from California in 4h 55m. California and Fort Lauderdale are separated by a distance of 2337 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $72. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and American Airlines, 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 San Francisco - 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 Hawaiian Airlines (60%), Delta (60%) or Azul (59%) 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 $133. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Fort Lauderdale) can be booked for $219 on average, our data indicates $886 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Fort Lauderdale (average of $281). Flying from California to Fort Lauderdale in May is currently the most expensive (average of $390). 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 April 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$80Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$90Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$119Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$128Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$128Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$173Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$180Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$193Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$199Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%

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