Dubai to Fort Lauderdale (DXB–FLL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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airlines charter/private
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Connecting Flight Schedule 12 1-stop flights
No nonstop service between DXB and FLL. Nearest airports to DXB with scheduled service: Sharjah International Airport (SHJ, 11 mi) · Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC, 28 mi) · Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT, 43 mi)
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
YYZ Toronto 16h 56m EK → ACAZF8 Toronto (YYZ) to Fort Lauderdale flights
IAD Dulles 17h 25m EK → CMEJAF9 Dulles (IAD) to Fort Lauderdale flights
YUL Montréal 17h 32m EK → ACSN Montréal (YUL) to Fort Lauderdale flights
JFK New York 17h 35m EK → ADAFAT New York (JFK) to Fort Lauderdale flights
BOS Boston 18h 28m EK → ADB6DL Boston (BOS) to Fort Lauderdale flights
ORD Chicago 18h 54m EK → AAACAD Chicago (ORD) to Fort Lauderdale flights
IAH Houston 19h 26m EK → ADAVB6 Houston (IAH) to Fort Lauderdale flights
DFW Dallas-Fort Worth 20h 9m EK → AAASAY Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to Fort Lauderdale flights
MCO Orlando 24h 17m EK → B6WN Orlando (MCO) to Fort Lauderdale flights
LAX Los Angeles 27h 15m EK → ADB6DL Los Angeles (LAX) to Fort Lauderdale flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
✧ 2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Dubai to Fort Lauderdale
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-8h behind

While no nonstop service exists between DXB and FLL, 1-stop connecting options are available.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for DXB to FLL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
12
Hubs
~16h
Fastest
~40h
Longest
YYZ ~16h 56m IAD ~17h 25m YUL ~17h 32m JFK ~17h 35m BOS ~18h 28m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,444
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
DXB → FLL
75%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
75%
Return
FLL → DXB
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. FLL delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-8h
Fort Lauderdale is 8 hours behind Dubai.
DXB: +04 · FLL: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Dubai, it's 10:00 AM in Fort Lauderdale.
Visa & Entry

UAE passport holders must obtain a US visa before travel. The UAE is not part of the Visa Waiver Program, so an ESTA is not available. A B1/B2 visitor visa requires an in-person interview at a US embassy or consulate. Processing times vary but can take several weeks. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to DXB

Dubai Metro Red Line connects Union and BurJuman stations to T1 and T3 (Airport: Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 stations). T1 is 20 minutes from Union, T3 is 22 minutes (AED 6.50–10 depending on zones and Gold/Silver class). Trains run 5:30am–midnight Saturday–Wednesday, until 1am Thursday–Friday. T2 (low-cost) is not on the metro; taxi or bus required.Taxis from Dubai Marina cost AED 70–90; from Downtown Dubai (Burj Khalifa area) AED 35–50. Ride-hail via Careem is widely available and comparable to taxis. Traffic on Sheikh Zayed Road is heavy during morning and evening rush.

Getting from FLL

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.

Fort Lauderdale Climate

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.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

DXB–FLL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Dubai to Fort Lauderdale route.
Route details
Time difference-8 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: DXB
Full nameDubai International Airport
IATA / ICAODXB / OMDB
TimezoneAsia/Dubai
Passengers/yr92.3M
Elevation62 ft / 19 m
Destination: FLL
Full nameFort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport
IATA / ICAOFLL / KFLL
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr34.2M
Elevation9 ft / 3 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DXB to FLL flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Toronto Pearson, Washington Dulles and Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau.
Fort Lauderdale is 8 hours behind Dubai.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Toronto Pearson, Washington Dulles and Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.