Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Also known as: Fort Lauderdale Airport, FLL Airport, Fort Lauderdale International Airport.
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Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) serves Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood and Broward County in South Florida. It sits about 3 miles (5 km) southwest of downtown Fort Lauderdale and 21 miles (34 km) north of Miami, close to the Port Everglades cruise port.
Southwest uses FLL as its main South Florida airport, JetBlue has a focus city and base here, and Allegiant has an operating base. Delta, United, American, Alaska, Frontier, Air Canada and many Caribbean and Latin American airlines also fly here, with routes across the United States and to Canada, the Caribbean and Latin America.
The airport has four terminals, numbered 1 to 4. Terminal 4 handles most international flights, and a fifth terminal is under construction for completion around 2030. Shuttles link the terminals, and the Rental Car Center is reached directly from Terminal 1.
From the airport, travelers head to Fort Lauderdale's beaches, Port Everglades for cruises, Hollywood, Boca Raton and Miami. Shuttles connect with the Tri-Rail and Brightline stations for trains along the coast.
Airport operator, runways and traffic
- Operator
Broward County Aviation Department
- Runways
Two; the longest, 10L/28R, is 9,000 ft (2,743 m)
- Passengers per year
About 32.2 million in 2025
- Opened
May 1, 1929, as Merle Fogg Field
- Focus airlines
JetBlue (focus city), Southwest and Allegiant (operating bases)
Arrival tips for Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Check which terminal you land at: Terminal 1, 2, 3 or 4. Each has its own baggage claim and pickup areas, and drivers meet you at your terminal.
If you arrive on an international flight, you clear US Customs and Border Protection, usually in Terminal 4, where most international flights arrive, or in Terminal 1, Concourse A. If you are eligible, Global Entry or Mobile Passport Control can shorten the line. Then collect your bags and pass through customs.
Domestic passengers go straight to baggage claim in their arrival terminal.
Ride-app pickups are between Terminals 1 and 2 and between Terminals 3 and 4. The Rental Car Center is reached directly from Terminal 1, with a free shuttle from the other terminals. If you are heading to a cruise at Port Everglades, check your ship's boarding time before you plan your ride.
Ground transportation
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Book a transfer from FLLPrivate transfer from Fort Lauderdale Airport
A pre-booked driver meets you at your terminal and takes you to your hotel, Port Everglades, Miami or Boca Raton. Handy for cruise passengers with luggage.
Taxi from Fort Lauderdale Airport
Taxis serve every terminal. The ride to downtown Fort Lauderdale and the port is short.
Tri-Rail and Brightline
Free shuttles connect with Tri-Rail at Dania Beach and with Brightline's Fort Lauderdale station, for trains along the coast to Miami, West Palm Beach and Orlando.
Broward County Transit
Route 1 runs to downtown Fort Lauderdale and Aventura Mall. Cheap but slow with luggage.
Rental car
The Rental Car Center is reached directly from Terminal 1.
Moving between terminals
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Terminal shuttles
Shuttles run between the terminals, the Rental Car Center and the Tri-Rail and Brightline connections.
Terminals
Terminal 1
Concourses A to C, used by Southwest, United, Alaska, Allegiant, Frontier, Avianca and others, with a customs facility in Concourse A.
Terminal 2
Concourse D, used by Delta and Air Canada, with WestJet while Terminal 1 is under construction.
Terminal 3
Concourses E and F, JetBlue's base, also used by American, Avelo, Porter and Sun Country.
Terminal 4
Concourse G, mainly for international flights, including JetBlue's international service, Air Transat and Flair.
Airlines and destinations
Main airlines at Fort Lauderdale and the terminal each uses.
Air Canada T2
Alaska Airlines T1
American Airlines T3
Delta Air Lines T2
JetBlue T3
International flights use Terminal 4.
Southwest Airlines T1
United Airlines T1
WestJet T2
Facilities
Rental Car Center
A consolidated rental car facility reached directly from Terminal 1, with a free shuttle from the other terminals.
Ride-app pickups
Between Terminals 1 and 2 and between Terminals 3 and 4.
Customs
US Customs and Border Protection in Terminal 4 and in Terminal 1, Concourse A.
Rail shuttles
Shuttles to the Tri-Rail Dania Beach station and the Brightline Fort Lauderdale station.
United Club
In Terminal 1, Concourse C; see Airport lounges.
Delta Sky Club
In Terminal 2; see Airport lounges.
Airport lounges
United Club (Terminal 1, Concourse C)
For United Club members and eligible premium passengers.
Delta Sky Club (Terminal 2)
For Delta Sky Club members and eligible premium passengers.
Accessibility and passenger assistance
Requesting assistance
Request wheelchair or mobility assistance through your airline when you book, and confirm it at least 48 hours before you fly.
Reduced mobility
If you need to change terminals, tell your airline in advance so assistance can be arranged on the shuttle.
Service animals
Rules for service and emotional support animals are set by each airline, so check with yours before you travel and carry the required documents.
Assistance on arrival
Airline staff meet passengers who requested assistance at the aircraft and accompany them through customs and baggage claim to the curb.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Fort Lauderdale airport from downtown and Miami?
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is about 3 miles (5 km) southwest of downtown Fort Lauderdale and 21 miles (34 km) north of Miami. It sits next to US Route 1, I-95 and I-595, and close to the Port Everglades cruise port.
How many terminals does Fort Lauderdale airport have?
FLL has four terminals in use, numbered 1 to 4. Terminal 4 handles most international flights, and a fifth terminal is under construction, expected around 2030. Shuttles link the terminals and the Rental Car Center.
Which terminal does JetBlue use at FLL?
JetBlue's base is Terminal 3, and its international flights use Terminal 4. Southwest and United use Terminal 1, Delta and Air Canada use Terminal 2, and American also uses Terminal 3.
Is there a train from Fort Lauderdale airport?
Not directly, but free shuttles connect the airport with the Tri-Rail Dania Beach station and the Brightline Fort Lauderdale station. Tri-Rail runs along the coast between Miami and West Palm Beach, and Brightline runs to Miami, West Palm Beach and Orlando.
Is Fort Lauderdale airport close to the cruise port?
Yes. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is close to Port Everglades, so it is a popular airport for cruise passengers. A pre-booked transfer or taxi is the simplest way to reach the cruise terminals with luggage.
Does Spirit still fly from Fort Lauderdale?
No. Spirit Airlines had its main hub at FLL but ceased operations in May 2026. Southwest, JetBlue and Allegiant are now the largest low-cost airlines at Fort Lauderdale.