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$67+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL)

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CHI — FLL
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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$97
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One-way from

$67
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Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$190

Good round-trip deal

$178 or less

Good one-way deal

$96 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

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Thu 10/167:43 pmORD - FLL
Nonstop3h 06mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/209:30 pmFLL - ORD
Nonstop3h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$97
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Sat 10/187:43 pmORD - FLL
Nonstop3h 06mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/231:43 pmFLL - ORD
Nonstop3h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$98
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Thu 10/911:55 amORD - FLL
Nonstop3h 02mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/169:30 pmFLL - ORD
Nonstop3h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/9$99
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Wed 10/12:04 pmORD - FLL
1 stop8h 03mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/58:33 amFLL - ORD
Nonstop3h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/9$100
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Thu 9/256:44 pmORD - FLL
Nonstop3h 09mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/18:27 amFLL - ORD
Nonstop3h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/8$101
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Fri 11/710:49 amORD - FLL
Nonstop3h 04mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/156:35 pmFLL - ORD
Nonstop3h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$102
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Sun 10/197:43 pmORD - FLL
Nonstop3h 06mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/238:33 amFLL - ORD
Nonstop3h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$103
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Wed 10/157:43 pmORD - FLL
Nonstop3h 06mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/231:43 pmFLL - ORD
Nonstop3h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$104
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Fri 10/107:43 pmORD - FLL
Nonstop3h 06mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/146:04 amFLL - ORD
1 stop5h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/8$105
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Thu 10/94:59 pmORD - FLL
Nonstop3h 05mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/157:01 amFLL - ORD
1 stop11h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/9$106
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Thu 9/255:05 amORD - FLL
Nonstop3h 04mSpirit Airlines
Fri 9/268:27 amFLL - ORD
Nonstop3h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$107
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Mon 12/85:05 amORD - FLL
Nonstop3h 04mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/136:35 pmFLL - ORD
Nonstop3h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$108

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale that are best for you.

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ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/27

2:14 pm-6:17 pm

Nonstop3h 03m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 10/29

4:18 pm-6:38 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$98

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/9

11:55 am-3:57 pm

Nonstop3h 02m

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 10/17

9:30 pm-11:45 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$98

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/24

5:05 am-9:09 am

Nonstop3h 04m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 9/27

8:27 am-10:52 am

Nonstop3h 25m

$103

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/27

5:45 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop4h 42m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 10/4

8:27 am-10:52 am

Nonstop3h 25m

$113

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/23

1:26 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop9h 30m

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 10/26

10:49 pm-1:03 am

Nonstop3h 14m

$136

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/7

8:30 pm-7:47 am

1 stop10h 17m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 11/11

3:58 pm-6:23 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$136

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/10

7:43 pm-11:49 pm

Nonstop3h 06m

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 10/13

9:11 am-3:49 pm

1 stop7h 38m

$136

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/16

12:28 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop10h 16m

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 10/19

6:04 am-10:08 am

1 stop5h 04m

$140

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

MDW - FLL

MDWFLL

Chicago Midway

Mon 10/27

6:55 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 10/29

8:35 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

$141

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

MDW - FLL

MDWFLL

Chicago Midway

Wed 10/8

5:35 am-1:00 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 10/11

6:30 am-8:35 am

Nonstop3h 05m

$143

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The best insider tips for Chicago to Fort Lauderdale flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Chicago to Fort Lauderdale trip
Airlines
Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer 11 extra inches of legroom, ideal for added comfort.


Use Spirit's Bag-O-Tron tool to find the best baggage prices and save money.

Read more about Spirit Airlinesby Daniel Scheffler
Southwest

Enjoy free snacks and non-alcoholic drinks, plus a complimentary drink on special occasions.


Southwest offers free messaging and high-speed Wi-Fi for a fee on Wi-Fi-connected planes.

Read more about Southwestby Marisa Garcia
Airports
ORD

Take the “L” train to ORD to avoid traffic delays. It’s a reliable option from downtown Chicago.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
MDW

Order food via the airport’s mobile system to your gate at MDW. It’s fast, convenient, and ensures you don’t miss boarding.

Read more about MDWby Ramsey Qubein
FLL

For a quick exit from FLL, order your rideshare ten minutes before reaching the pickup area to avoid waiting.

Read more about FLLby Paul Rubio
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Daniel Scheffler

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Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD and MDW

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Paul Rubio

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Expert on FLL

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Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Fort Lauderdale from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

Booking 28 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale (average of $185). Flying from Chicago 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 CHI to FLL?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 September 11, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 29% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale. Price data was last updated on September 7, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago 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 September 11, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to FLL are scheduled on a Monday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Orlando (MCO) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 75% of 1-stop itineraries from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Orlando (MCO) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $173.

What’s the fastest layover option from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Orlando (MCO) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 05m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Orlando (MCO) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 12m.

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 September 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,023 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,177 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Chicago to Fort Lauderdale Travel Guide

If you need a break from breezy Chicago, board a flight to sunny Fort Lauderdale, where cruises on the water and sunbathing on sandy beaches take center stage. Flights last around two and a half hours, making this South Florida destination a short hop from either major Chicago airport. Plus, with tons of direct flights leaving every day, you have endless options for planning a Fort Lauderdale getaway any time of year.

A short flight transports you from the windy streets of busy Chicago to the sandy beaches and tropical resorts of Fort Lauderdale, a city that embraces its balmy coastal locale. Transportation here differs from the trains and Metro buses of Chicago. Yachts, sailboats, and cruisers float along the Intracoastal Waterway, and water taxis bring visitors to shore-side restaurants for fresh seafood. Chicago natives can also prepare for a much warmer South Florida climate with temperatures hovering in the 70's and 80's F most of the year.

Your tropical beach vacation in Fort Lauderdale awaits, so what's stopping you? Find the ideal flight using our smart search engine to start planning your warm-weather getaway.

Related info for your journey

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

  • Where can passengers get more information about the company that operates greener flight services between Chicago and Fort Lauderdale?

    Do your research before purchasing an air ticket from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale and learn which environmental concerns the foreign airlines are sponsoring. By reading the relevant Environmental, Social, and Governance reports, you may find out more about each carrier's efforts to promote long-term sustainable development. The key airlines that operate flights between Chicago and Fort Lauderdale provide more significant information on the actions they have taken to uphold their ostensible priority of making environmental commitments in the Environmental Assessment for Service Providers (IEnVA) report by IATA. The IATA study evaluates the airline's sustainability objectives on a regular basis.

  • What healthier and more environmentally friendly modes of transportation are available for travelers flying from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?

    If one only carries what is essential, it could be feasible to travel from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale without doing too much environmental harm. The quantity of pollutants an airplane dumps into the air can be considerably lowered by making it more lightweight. Additionally, choosing an economy flight will reduce the overall emissions generated by each airplane seat.

  • Which airlines run environmentally friendly flights between Chicago and Fort Lauderdale?

    If you want to travel in an environmentally friendly way from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale, think about utilizing Delta, Juneyao Airlines, JetBlue, or American Airlines. These airlines are dedicated to utilizing fuel-saving technologies to lower their considerably rising fuel expenses as well as the amount of pollution they release into the atmosphere.

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

    A flight from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale lasts just over two and a half hours from take-off to landing. If you have a connection in another city, expect a trip of upwards of four and a half hours.

  • Which airlines operate flights from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?

    Plenty of airlines offer direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International to Fort Lauderdale, including United, American Airlines, jetBlue, and Spirit. You can also find direct flights from Southwest Airlines leaving from Midway International.

  • How frequent are flights between Chicago abd Fort Lauderdale?

    More than a dozen flights leave from Chicago O'Hare International for Fort Lauderdale every day, most between 5 a.m. and 6 p.m. You can also find around four direct flights a day leaving from Midway International for Fort Lauderdale. If you can't find a direct flight to fit your schedule, consider a flight with a connection in another city. Most flights to Fort Lauderdale connect in Charlotte-Douglas International Airport.

  • Which airports serve Chicago and Fort Lauderdale?

    Chicago O'Hare International Airport is the largest and busiest airport in the Chicago metro area, offering the widest range of flight options for your trip. You can also find some Fort Lauderdale flights leaving from the smaller Midway International Airport. When you book a flight to Fort Lauderdale, chances are you're set to land in Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, the area's major passenger airport. Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport is another small airport serving the area, although flight options are much more limited.

  • Which direct flight route between Chicago and Fort Lauderdale is cheapest?

    The most affordable non-stop flights generally run from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, but you can occasionally find lower prices leaving from Midway International Airport.

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

    Most people fly into Fort Lauderdale (FLL) if they book a flight to Fort Lauderdale from Chicago. On average, Fort Lauderdale has 16 inbound flights from Chicago per day from 6 airlines. Fort Lauderdale is conveniently located just 3.4 mi from Fort Lauderdale’s city center.

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

    Spirit Airlines and Southwest can get you from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale in just under 2h 50m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale is about 1168 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale round-trip?

    According to our current data, Frontier ($39), Spirit Airlines ($96), and Southwest ($176) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale. You may be able to fly from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale for 85% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $67. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Spirit Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale for a low price.

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

    Before booking your flight to Fort Lauderdale from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Azul (87%), Spirit Airlines (81%), Japan Airlines( 81%).

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

    While on average a flight from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale is generally $439, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $49. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Fort Lauderdale), you can expect to pay $67 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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Top 6 airlines flying from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$39Average$185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$96Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$176Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$178Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

Helpful tips for your next trip to Fort Lauderdale

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to Fort Lauderdale. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • The best airport to fly out of for flights to Fort Lauderdale from Chicago is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), which focuses a high priority on ecologically friendly operations. This airport has strict rules in place to reduce the use of single-use plastics.
  • Consider going into Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) if you want to make your trip from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale as green as possible. In an effort to use less water, FLL has begun implementing solar energy-generating equipment.
  • The greatest majority of privately operated vehicles on the road emit far more co2 than buses as well as other forms of public transportation. When traveling from the FLL Airport to different areas of Fort Lauderdale, think about taking public transportation.

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