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CHI — FLL
Oct 19 — Oct 261
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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$102
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$62
(KAYAK)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$190

Good round-trip deal

$93 or less

Good one-way deal

$104 or less
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One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Fort Lauderdale
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($39 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago (CHI) to Fort Lauderdale.
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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - FLL Fort Lauderdale

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/18

10:52 am-3:03 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$71

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - FLL Fort Lauderdale

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/18

1:00 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop8h 32m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$71

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - FLL Fort Lauderdale

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/4

5:30 am-3:46 pm

1 stop9h 16m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$76

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - FLL Fort Lauderdale

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/11

5:30 am-3:46 pm

1 stop9h 16m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$76

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - FLL Fort Lauderdale

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/23

5:10 pm-9:17 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$81

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

MDW Chicago Midway - FLL Fort Lauderdale

MDWFLL

Chicago Midway

Wed 10/28

5:40 am-2:15 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$81

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MDW Chicago Midway - FLL Fort Lauderdale

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Chicago Midway

Tue 10/13

1:05 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops6h 00m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$86

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

MDW Chicago Midway - FLL Fort Lauderdale

MDWFLL

Chicago Midway

Wed 12/2

1:20 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops6h 25m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$86

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - FLL Fort Lauderdale

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/23

6:00 am-1:08 pm

1 stop6h 08m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$86

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - FLL Fort Lauderdale

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/16

5:30 am-3:46 pm

1 stop9h 16m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$86

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ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
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  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Fort Lauderdale flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Fort Lauderdale flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Fort Lauderdale flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Fort Lauderdale flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Fort Lauderdale flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale (average of $195). Flying from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale in December is currently the most expensive (average of $304). 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?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 23% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale

The most flights from CHI to FLL are scheduled on a Thursday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Chicago to Fort Lauderdale flights typically cost between $139 and $267 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $102 on Frontier (Oct 13-Oct 14).

How often are flights from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale delayed?

About 21% of weekly flights between Chicago and Fort Lauderdale have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 150 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to Fort Lauderdale flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to Fort Lauderdale flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 17% of flights being delayed.

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

Booking 42 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 day to fly from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?

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

The best insider tips for Chicago to Fort Lauderdale flights

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Southwest

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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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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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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Fort Lauderdale

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,United Airlines, andJetBlue 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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

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

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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 21 inbound flights from Chicago per day from 7 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?

    Southwest, JetBlue, and United Airlines can get you from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale in just under 3h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 22m. The distance from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale is about 1168 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier ($57), Allegiant Air ($83), and Delta ($108) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale. You may be able to fly from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale for 77% 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 Allegiant Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $28. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and American 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: Frontier (77%), Volaris (77%), JetBlue( 76%).

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

    While on average a flight from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale is generally $577, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $62. 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?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago 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 Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale (average of $195). Flying from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale in December is currently the most expensive (average of $304). 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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Alternative routes for Chicago to Fort Lauderdale

Top 7 airlines flying from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$57Average$201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$83Average$130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$108Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$146Average$230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$157Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$160Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$166Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

Helpful tips for your next trip to Fort Lauderdale

  • 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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