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$104+ 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 8/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — FLL
Aug 28 — Sep 41
Fri 8/28
Fri 9/4
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 July 29, 2026.

This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1011:34 pm
LAX
-
FLL
1 stop10h 17m
Frontier
Wed 8/191:15 pm
FLL
-
LAX
2 stops23h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28$245
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1011:34 pm
LAX
-
FLL
1 stop10h 17m
Frontier
Mon 8/1712:56 pm
FLL
-
LAX
2 stops14h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28$246
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/179:09 pm
LAX
-
FLL
2 stops36h 11m
Frontier
Mon 8/2410:58 am
FLL
-
LAX
1 stop9h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28$247
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/186:25 pm
LAX
-
FLL
1 stop12h 38m
Frontier
Fri 8/2110:58 am
FLL
-
LAX
1 stop9h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 7/27$248
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/912:38 pm
LAX
-
FLL
1 stop7h 26m
Frontier
Wed 9/161:24 pm
FLL
-
LAX
1 stop13h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/146:25 pm
LAX
-
FLL
1 stop14h 36m
Frontier
Tue 8/251:15 pm
FLL
-
LAX
2 stops37h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 7/27$250
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/246:39 pm
SNA
-
FLL
1 stop12h 24m
Frontier
Thu 8/2710:58 am
FLL
-
SNA
1 stop9h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28$250
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/316:12 pm
LAX
-
FLL
1 stop12h 51m
Frontier
Wed 9/21:15 pm
FLL
-
LAX
2 stops23h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28$251
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/206:25 pm
LAX
-
FLL
1 stop14h 55m
Frontier
Mon 8/246:42 am
FLL
-
LAX
1 stop13h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28$252
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/196:25 pm
LAX
-
FLL
1 stop12h 38m
Frontier
Sun 8/236:42 am
FLL
-
LAX
1 stop13h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26$253
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/236:12 pm
LAX
-
FLL
1 stop12h 51m
Frontier
Wed 8/261:15 pm
FLL
-
LAX
2 stops23h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26$254
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Fri 8/711:34 pm
LAX
-
FLL
1 stop14h 20m
Frontier
Wed 8/191:15 pm
FLL
-
LAX
2 stops37h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 7/24$255

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 July 29, 2026.

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Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$245
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$104
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$430

Good round-trip deal

$314 or less

Good one-way deal

$168 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 29, 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

Thu 10/22

9:45 pm-8:55 am

1 stop8h 10m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 10/31

7:40 am-12:44 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$257

San DiegoFort Lauderdale

SAN - FLL

SANFLL

San Diego

Sat 8/29

10:17 pm-10:11 am

1 stop8h 54m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 9/5

5:30 am-11:20 am

1 stop8h 50m

$267

San DiegoFort Lauderdale

SAN - FLL

SANFLL

San Diego

Mon 9/21

10:20 pm-10:00 am

1 stop8h 40m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 9/26

8:00 am-3:01 pm

1 stop10h 01m

$267

San DiegoFort Lauderdale

SAN - FLL

SANFLL

San Diego

Mon 8/24

6:29 am-5:06 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 8/30

5:30 am-9:26 am

1 stop6h 56m

$268

San DiegoFort Lauderdale

SAN - FLL

SANFLL

San Diego

Fri 8/7

10:25 pm-11:05 am

1 stop9h 40m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 8/26

6:30 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$277

San FranciscoFort Lauderdale

SFO - FLL

SFOFLL

San Francisco

Sat 1/9

8:20 am-4:56 pm

Nonstop5h 36m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 1/16

8:00 am-11:23 am

Nonstop6h 23m

$279

Long BeachFort Lauderdale

LGB - FLL

LGBFLL

Long Beach Municipal

Mon 8/24

8:20 am-5:35 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 9/1

10:55 am-7:50 pm

2 stops11h 55m

$292

San FranciscoFort Lauderdale

SFO - FLL

SFOFLL

San Francisco

Thu 8/20

11:05 pm-10:25 am

1 stop8h 20m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 8/22

6:40 am-1:00 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$299

San FranciscoFort Lauderdale

SFO - FLL

SFOFLL

San Francisco

Tue 9/1

8:45 am-8:20 pm

1 stop8h 35m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 9/30

12:30 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

$299

San FranciscoFort Lauderdale

SFO - FLL

SFOFLL

San Francisco

Tue 10/6

11:40 pm-11:50 am

1 stop9h 10m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 1/6

10:10 am-5:50 pm

1 stop10h 40m

$299

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Best time to book a flight from California to Fort Lauderdale

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Fort Lauderdale from California with our price prediction graph.
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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Fort Lauderdale (average of $328). Flying from California to Fort Lauderdale in June is currently the most expensive (average of $476). 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 29, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from California to Fort Lauderdale in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 22% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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 29, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to FLL are scheduled on a Tuesday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
California to Fort Lauderdale flights typically cost between $251 and $406 in August.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $245 on Frontier (Aug 10-Aug 19).

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 53 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 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 July 25, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Fort Lauderdale flight should consider departing on Wednesday 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.

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 60 times in the past calendar month.

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

    For as low as $279, Delta can have you in Fort Lauderdale from California in 5h 36m. California and Fort Lauderdale are separated by a distance of 2578 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 Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $85. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest 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 Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - 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 Delta (87%), Air France (86%) or JetBlue (85%) 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 $139. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Fort Lauderdale) can be booked for $248 on average, our data indicates $923 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 $328). Flying from California to Fort Lauderdale in June is currently the most expensive (average of $476). 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 8 airlines flying from California to Fort Lauderdale

Discover the top 8 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 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$88Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$118Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$128Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$132Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$165Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$206Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$214Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$220Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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