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 Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

How often are flights from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between Detroit and Fort Lauderdale have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 149 minutes.

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

Over the last year, Spirit Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale

The most flights from DTW to FLL are scheduled on a Tuesday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Fort Lauderdale ranges from 1.8 - 8.3 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 8.3 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Fort Lauderdale when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Fort Lauderdale, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 66.2 F).

What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale?

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale consider choosing KLM (76%), WestJet (76%) or Korean Air (75%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale?

The most popular airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale are Spirit Airlines, Delta and Frontier. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

Most accurate provider : When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Fort Lauderdale flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Fort Lauderdale flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Fort Lauderdale flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Most trusted provider : When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Fort Lauderdale flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Fort Lauderdale flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

What airports do I use to fly from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale?

If you wish to fly to Fort Lauderdale from Detroit, then you need to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Fort Lauderdale. There are 17 flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) per day to choose from. Flights to Fort Lauderdale from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are available from 7 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 2h 59m is how long a nonstop flight from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale typically takes.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2025.

Wed 12/316:40 pmDTW - FLL

Nonstop3h 10mSpirit Airlines

Tue 1/610:55 pmFLL - DTW

1 stop9h 12mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$136

Wed 12/316:40 pmDTW - FLL

Nonstop3h 10mSpirit Airlines

Mon 1/510:55 pmFLL - DTW

1 stop9h 12mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$137

Wed 12/316:40 pmDTW - FLL

Nonstop3h 10mSpirit Airlines

Wed 1/76:35 amFLL - DTW

Nonstop2h 58mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/20

$148

Wed 12/316:40 pmDTW - FLL

Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines

Wed 1/710:55 pmFLL - DTW

1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$149

Wed 12/3110:12 amDTW - FLL

1 stop23h 44mMultiple Airlines

Sat 1/246:40 amFLL - DTW

1 stop6h 26mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/20

$155

Wed 12/316:40 pmDTW - FLL

Nonstop3h 10mSpirit Airlines

Sat 1/247:00 amFLL - DTW

Nonstop3h 05mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/20

$167

Best flights from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 23, 2025.

Sun 1/186:36 pmDTW - FLL

Nonstop3h 08mSpirit Airlines

Sat 1/246:40 amFLL - DTW

1 stop6h 26mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$116

Fri 1/166:36 pmDTW - FLL

Nonstop3h 08mSpirit Airlines

Sat 1/316:40 amFLL - DTW

1 stop6h 26mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$116

Sun 1/188:00 amDTW - FLL

Nonstop3h 11mSpirit Airlines

Fri 1/237:00 amFLL - DTW

Nonstop3h 05mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$118

Mon 1/198:00 amDTW - FLL

Nonstop3h 11mSpirit Airlines

Sat 1/247:00 amFLL - DTW

Nonstop3h 05mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/20

$118

Tue 3/36:36 pmDTW - FLL

Nonstop3h 08mSpirit Airlines

Tue 3/105:57 pmFLL - DTW

Nonstop3h 03mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$118

Wed 1/146:09 amDTW - FLL

1 stop10h 03mSpirit Airlines

Tue 1/207:09 amFLL - DTW

1 stop10h 00mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$122

Thu 1/155:30 amDTW - FLL

Nonstop3h 16mSpirit Airlines

Wed 1/217:00 amFLL - DTW

Nonstop3h 05mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$138

Fri 1/236:36 pmDTW - FLL

Nonstop3h 08mSpirit Airlines

Sun 1/257:00 amFLL - DTW

Nonstop3h 05mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$138

Thu 1/292:36 pmDTW - FLL

1 stop7h 41mSpirit Airlines

Sun 2/15:17 pmFLL - DTW

1 stop4h 51mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/20

$153

Wed 1/145:30 amDTW - FLL

Nonstop3h 16mSpirit Airlines

Mon 1/198:24 amFLL - DTW

1 stop5h 06mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/20

$156

Last-minute flights from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale
Discover last-minute flight deals from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale. Data last updated December 23, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Wed 12/316:40 pmDTW - FLL

Nonstop3h 10mSpirit Airlines

Tue 1/610:55 pmFLL - DTW

1 stop9h 12mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$136

Wed 12/316:40 pmDTW - FLL

Nonstop3h 10mSpirit Airlines

Mon 1/510:55 pmFLL - DTW

1 stop9h 12mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$137

Wed 12/316:40 pmDTW - FLL

Nonstop3h 10mSpirit Airlines

Wed 1/76:35 amFLL - DTW

Nonstop2h 58mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/20

$148

Wed 12/316:40 pmDTW - FLL

Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines

Wed 1/710:55 pmFLL - DTW

1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$149

Wed 12/3110:12 amDTW - FLL

1 stop23h 44mMultiple Airlines

Sat 1/246:40 amFLL - DTW

1 stop6h 26mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/20

$155

Thu 1/12:43 pmDTW - FLL

Nonstop3h 09mFrontier

Thu 1/82:00 pmFLL - DTW

Nonstop3h 09mFrontier

Deal found 12/22

$129

Thu 1/12:43 pmDTW - FLL

Nonstop3h 09mMultiple Airlines

Sat 1/176:40 amFLL - DTW

1 stop6h 26mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$156

One-way flights from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale
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Tue 1/65:50 amDTW - FLL

1 stop5h 11mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$50

Fri 2/208:49 amDTW - FLL

Nonstop3h 06mFrontier

Deal found 12/21

$53

Wed 3/184:09 pmDTW - FLL

Nonstop3h 06mFrontier

Deal found 12/20

$54

Wed 2/116:09 amDTW - FLL

1 stop10h 03mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$56

Tue 2/246:00 amDTW - FLL

1 stop10h 12mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$57

Sat 1/246:36 pmDTW - FLL

Nonstop3h 08mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$58

Sun 1/185:30 amDTW - FLL

Nonstop3h 16mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$59

Fri 2/276:36 pmDTW - FLL

Nonstop3h 08mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$60

Fri 1/232:36 pmDTW - FLL

1 stop7h 41mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$61

Thu 1/82:36 pmDTW - FLL

1 stop5h 02mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/20

$62

Mon 1/197:46 pmDTW - FLL

1 stop14h 24mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$63

Wed 2/186:36 pmDTW - FLL

Nonstop3h 08mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$64

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Round-trip from	$111 (Cheapflightsfares)
One-way from	$50 (Priceline)
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	August
Average price	$362
Good round-trip deal	$207 or less
Good one-way deal	$102 or less

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DetroitFort Lauderdale

DTW - FLL

DTWFLL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/18

6:36 pm-9:44 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 1/24

6:40 am-1:06 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$116

DetroitFort Lauderdale

DTW - FLL

DTWFLL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/16

6:36 pm-9:44 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 1/31

6:40 am-1:06 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$116

DetroitFort Lauderdale

DTW - FLL

DTWFLL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/18

8:00 am-11:11 am

Nonstop3h 11m

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 1/23

7:00 am-10:05 am

Nonstop3h 05m

$118

DetroitFort Lauderdale

DTW - FLL

DTWFLL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/19

8:00 am-11:11 am

Nonstop3h 11m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 1/24

7:00 am-10:05 am

Nonstop3h 05m

$118

DetroitFort Lauderdale

DTW - FLL

DTWFLL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/3

6:36 pm-9:44 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 3/10

5:57 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop3h 03m

$118

DetroitFort Lauderdale

DTW - FLL

DTWFLL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/14

6:09 am-4:12 pm

1 stop10h 03m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 1/20

7:09 am-5:09 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$122

DetroitFort Lauderdale

DTW - FLL

DTWFLL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/15

5:30 am-8:46 am

Nonstop3h 16m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 1/21

7:00 am-10:05 am

Nonstop3h 05m

$138

DetroitFort Lauderdale

DTW - FLL

DTWFLL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/23

6:36 pm-9:44 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 1/25

7:00 am-10:05 am

Nonstop3h 05m

$138

DetroitFort Lauderdale

DTW - FLL

DTWFLL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/29

2:36 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 2/1

5:17 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop4h 51m

$153

DetroitFort Lauderdale

DTW - FLL

DTWFLL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/14

5:30 am-8:46 am

Nonstop3h 16m

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 1/19

8:24 am-1:30 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$156

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale in December.

Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
Expedia	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*1 star
Cheapflightsfares	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*2 stars
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.com	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Priceline	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
Cheapfaremart	Price Accuracy-	Trust Score*1 star
JustAirTicket	Price Accuracy-	Trust Score*1 star
CheapOair	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Mytrip	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Fort Lauderdale flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Fort Lauderdale flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Fort Lauderdale flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Fort Lauderdale flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-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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How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale?

The best time to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale is 22 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale (average of $57). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale in June is currently the most expensive (average of $123). 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 DTW to FLL?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 21% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale?

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

The best insider tips for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale flights

Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale trip

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DTW

Security lines at DTW are typically short, with wait times under 15 minutes even at Evans Terminal, making it convenient for early flights.

FLL

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

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Reviews of airlines servicing Fort Lauderdale

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale, such as Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,253 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,253 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,253 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Delta

7.9

Good

8,014 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,253 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

American Airlines

7.2

Good

11,054 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,253 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Spirit Airlines

6.3

Okay

8,196 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,253 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Frontier

5.8

Fair

3,075 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,253 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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What airports do I use to fly from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale?
If you wish to fly to Fort Lauderdale from Detroit, then you need to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Fort Lauderdale. There are 17 flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) per day to choose from. Flights to Fort Lauderdale from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are available from 7 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 2h 59m is how long a nonstop flight from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale typically takes.
How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale?
There are many flights that can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale in 3h 08m. Fly via Spirit Airlines to get the fastest option. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Fort Lauderdale are separated by a distance of 1130 mi. Most flights are nonstop.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale round-trip?
According to our current data, Frontier ($53), Spirit Airlines ($79), and Delta ($160) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale. Frontier is 77% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $40. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale for a low price.
What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale consider choosing KLM (76%), WestJet (76%) or Korean Air (75%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale?
While on average a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale is generally $392, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $43. When looking at the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Fort Lauderdale), you can expect to pay $72 for that flight.
Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to Fort Lauderdale flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale (average of $57). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale in June is currently the most expensive (average of $123). 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 7 airlines flying from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Frontier	Cheapest$57	Average$243	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$84	Average$208	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Delta	Cheapest$170	Average$310	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
JetBlue	Cheapest$176	Average$301	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Southwest	Cheapest$178	Average$461	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
United Airlines	Cheapest$204	Average$438	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
American Airlines	Cheapest$208	Average$443	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

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