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$150+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale (SFO - 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 9/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — FLL
Sep 2 — Sep 91
Wed 9/2
Wed 9/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 3, 2026.

This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/2410:05 pm
SFO
-
FLL
1 stop8h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/286:29 pm
FLL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$260
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sat 8/2910:35 pm
SFO
-
FLL
1 stop12h 30m
Frontier
Tue 9/86:42 am
FLL
-
SFO
1 stop15h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30$264
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 9/1510:05 pm
SFO
-
FLL
1 stop8h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/216:29 pm
FLL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2$265
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Wed 8/1211:05 pm
SFO
-
FLL
1 stop11h 55m
Frontier
Tue 8/181:15 pm
FLL
-
SFO
2 stops24h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29$266
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 8/1910:35 pm
SFO
-
FLL
1 stop12h 30m
Frontier
Tue 8/2510:58 am
FLL
-
SFO
1 stop14h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 8/3$269
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1910:48 pm
SFO
-
FLL
1 stop7h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 1/69:15 am
FLL
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$270
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/1412:54 am
SFO
-
FLL
1 stop14h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/146:29 pm
FLL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$271
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/1412:54 am
SFO
-
FLL
1 stop14h 01m
Frontier
Mon 8/246:42 am
FLL
-
SFO
2 stops16h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30$272
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/1412:54 am
SFO
-
FLL
1 stop14h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/208:54 pm
FLL
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$275
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/1412:54 am
SFO
-
FLL
1 stop14h 01m
Frontier
Wed 8/191:15 pm
FLL
-
SFO
2 stops21h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30$276
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 8/2210:35 pm
SFO
-
FLL
1 stop12h 30m
Frontier
Tue 8/2510:18 am
FLL
-
SFO
2 stops17h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 8/2$277
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Mon 8/1011:05 pm
SFO
-
FLL
1 stop10h 46m
Frontier
Mon 8/246:42 am
FLL
-
SFO
1 stop15h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 8/1$278

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$260
(Orbitz)

One-way from

$150
(Southwest)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$333

Good round-trip deal

$314 or less

Good one-way deal

$199 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 August 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoFort Lauderdale

SFO - FLL

SFOFLL

San Francisco

Wed 9/16

10:24 am-6:53 pm

Nonstop5h 29m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 9/23

8:05 pm-11:17 pm

Nonstop6h 12m

$289

San FranciscoFort Lauderdale

SFO - FLL

SFOFLL

San Francisco

Sat 9/12

11:10 pm-7:41 am

Nonstop5h 31m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 9/19

8:05 pm-11:17 pm

Nonstop6h 12m

$291

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

San FranciscoFort Lauderdale

SFO - FLL

SFOFLL

San Francisco

Mon 10/19

10:59 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop11h 01m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 1/6

3:35 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$309

San FranciscoFort Lauderdale

SFO - FLL

SFOFLL

San Francisco

Wed 9/2

10:45 am-9:58 pm

1 stop8h 13m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 9/9

12:27 pm-6:49 pm

1 stop9h 22m

$309

San FranciscoFort Lauderdale

SFO - FLL

SFOFLL

San Francisco

Fri 10/30

11:45 am-11:00 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 11/5

12:25 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops12h 30m

$309

San FranciscoFort Lauderdale

SFO - FLL

SFOFLL

San Francisco

Thu 10/15

6:00 am-8:59 pm

1 stop11h 59m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 1/6

6:15 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 44m

$309

San FranciscoFort Lauderdale

SFO - FLL

SFOFLL

San Francisco

Fri 8/21

10:00 pm-8:54 am

1 stop7h 54m

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 8/27

2:35 pm-7:39 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$309

San FranciscoFort Lauderdale

SFO - FLL

SFOFLL

San Francisco

Fri 9/18

11:40 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops14h 00m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 9/26

7:00 am-2:45 pm

2 stops10h 45m

$319

San FranciscoFort Lauderdale

SFO - FLL

SFOFLL

San Francisco

Sat 8/29

5:00 am-8:40 pm

2 stops12h 40m

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 8/30

6:00 am-2:10 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$320

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale in August.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 San Francisco-Fort Lauderdale flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Fort Lauderdale flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Fort Lauderdale flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 San Francisco-Fort Lauderdale flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale

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

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 85 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale (average of $315). Flying from San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale in June is currently the most expensive (average of $449). 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 SFO to FLL?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 August 3, 2026.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 30% on flights from San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale. Price data was last updated on August 1, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at noon 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 San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale flights typically cost between $278 and $396 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $260 on Multiple Airlines (Sep 24-Sep 28).

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Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Expert on FLL

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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Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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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 August 3, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale, such as Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,224 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,224 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,224 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,482 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,224 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,058 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,224 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
3,027 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,224 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,844 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,224 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale?

    To fly from San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale, you need to book a flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL). Nonstop flights to Fort Lauderdale from San Francisco take 5h 18m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 9 outbound flights from San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale offered by 7 different airlines.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale flight route?

    This flight path from San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale was viewed by 52 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale?

    For as low as $289, JetBlue can have you in Fort Lauderdale from San Francisco in 5h 29m. The distance from San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale is about 2578 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Frontier, at $92, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Alaska Airlines and Delta. Users have found that Frontier is 75% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $100 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $105 and American Airlines from $109 one-way.

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

    Before booking your flight to Fort Lauderdale from San Francisco, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Japan Airlines (73%), JetBlue (73%), Singapore Airlines( 73%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $149. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Fort Lauderdale) can be booked for $260 on average, our data indicates $734 when flying from San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale (average of $315). Flying from San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale in June is currently the most expensive (average of $449). 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 San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 August 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$92Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$118Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$133Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$203Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$206Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$268Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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