Washington to Fort Lauderdale (DCA–FLL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
DCA–FLL is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. JetBlue, American Airlines and Southwest Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 901 miles in approximately 2h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B6 JetBlue Also: AD | 28 | 320 | 2h22-2h41 | – | AD | |
| AA American Airlines | 14 | 319 | 2h39-2h42 | Oneworld | – | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 12 | 737, 73H, 7M8, 7S7 | 2h35-2h45 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Fort Lauderdale from Washington
| Metric | DCA→FLL | IAD→FLL | BWI→FLL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DCA | – | 23 mi | 30 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 15 | 10 |
| Weekly flights | 82 | 43 | 98 |
| Flight time | 2h 40m | 2h 8m | 1h 54m |
| Departure OTP | 52% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
DCA: EDT · FLL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Washington, it's 6:00 PM in Fort Lauderdale.
The DC Metro (Yellow and Blue lines) connects the airport directly to downtown Washington in 15–25 minutes from most central stations ($2.25–$3.85 depending on distance and time of day). The Reagan National Airport station is inside the terminal complex with a direct indoor walkway. Metro runs from about 05:00 to midnight Sunday–Thursday, and until 01:00 on Friday–Saturday.Taxis and Uber/Lyft from the city centre cost $15–30 depending on destination and traffic. DCA is one of the most transit-accessible major US airports. Driving is straightforward via the George Washington Memorial Parkway; short-term parking at the terminal costs from $5 for 20 minutes. No personal vehicles are allowed to idle at arrivals; use the cell-phone lot or commercial pick-up zones.
Shared shuttle vans to Miami Beach hotels run $20–30 per person. Ride-shares to Fort Lauderdale downtown cost $15–25; to Miami Beach, expect $35–55.Brightline high-speed rail from FLL station (1.5 miles, free airport shuttle) reaches Miami in 30 minutes ($10–17) and West Palm Beach in 40 minutes. Car rental facilities are in the Rental Car Center accessed via shuttle from the terminals. Taxis are metered.
Tropical climate with year-round warmth (20–32°C). Dry season (November–April) is peak tourism with clear skies and low humidity. Wet season (May–October) brings daily afternoon thunderstorms and hurricane risk. Flights are most disruption-prone June through September.
Temperatures rarely drop below 12°C in winter. Humidity is high in summer. Tropical storms can cause multi-day disruptions when they make landfall nearby. August through October carries the highest storm risk.
DCA–FLL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DCA to FLL
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) are connected by nonstop service from JetBlue, American Airlines and Southwest Airlines. With 82 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DCA to FLL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DCA to FLL is about 2 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 901 miles (1,450 km). There are approximately 82 weekly flights outbound and 89 return, totaling 171 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Raleigh-Durham, Orlando and Myrtle Beach. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dulles (IAD), Baltimore (BWI) and Salisbury (SBY).