Newark to Fort Lauderdale (EWR–FLL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Newark to Fort Lauderdale
6 carriers, 240 flights/week nonstop.
6 Airlines
240 Flights/wk
1,067 mi
2h 57m nonstop
133 1-stop hubs
EWR–FLL is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Air Canada and Spirit Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,067 miles in approximately 2h 57m. Beyond nonstop, 133 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Carriers on this route
Airline Landscape
All carriers operating nonstop EWR–FLL service, compared side by side.
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 94 | 739, 752, 7M9, B38M, B39M | 3h01-4h05 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AC Air Canada | 63 | 739, 7M9, B38M, B39M | 3h09-3h15 | Star Alliance | – | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 32 | 320, 321, 32A, 32B | 2h57-3h25 | – | – | |
| B6 JetBlue | 26 | 320 | 2h58-3h21 | – | – | |
| AD Azul | 18 | 320, 739, 7M8, 7M9 | 3h11-3h18 | – | – | |
| FI Icelandair | 7 | 320 | 3h08 | – | – |
Aircraft on this route
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, EWR to FLL direction.
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33
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33
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12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
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40
Nonstop flights
240
Outbound / wk
300
Return / wk
Connections
Connection Landscape
Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for EWR to FLL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
133
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~36h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
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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.
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EWR → FLL
65%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
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65%
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67%
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FLL → EWR
25%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
25%
Arriving
75%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots.
EWR delays → FLL delays →
Alternatives
Other ways to reach Fort Lauderdale from Newark
Nearby airports with service to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport.
| Metric | EWR→FLL | TEB→FLL | LGA→FLL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from EWR | – | 13 mi | 17 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 6 | 8 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 240 | 5 | 149 |
| Flight time | 2h 57m | 2h 18m | 2h 57m |
| Departure OTP | 65% | – | – |
Teterboro (TEB) to Fort Lauderdale flights · New York (LGA) to Fort Lauderdale flights · New York (JFK) to Fort Lauderdale flights
Airports within 200 miles of EWR with service to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport.
Know before you go
Travel Essentials
Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
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Fort Lauderdale is 0 hours
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EWR: EDT · FLL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 6:00 PM in Fort Lauderdale.
EWR: EDT · FLL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 6:00 PM in Fort Lauderdale.
Distance & Flight Time
1,067 mi / 1,716 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 57m to 4h 5m.
Getting to EWR
NJ Transit train from New York Penn Station to Newark Airport station takes 25–30 minutes ($13.50); an AirTrain connection ($5.50 more) links to the terminals. From Midtown Manhattan, the journey costs around $19 total.Ride-shares from Manhattan run $45–80 depending on traffic; add the $17.50 Lincoln Tunnel toll. Taxis from Manhattan carry a flat $55 rate plus tolls and tip. Allow 60–90 minutes from Midtown during peak hours.
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.
Facts
EWR–FLL Quick Facts
Key statistics for the Newark to Fort Lauderdale route.
Route details
Distance1,067 mi / 1,716 km
Flight time2h 57m to 4h 5m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)6
Weekly flights240 out / 300 return
1-stop connections133 hubs
Origin: EWR
Full nameNewark Liberty International Airport
IATA / ICAOEWR / KEWR
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr49.1M
Elevation18 ft / 5 m
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about EWR to FLL flights.
Nonstop flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport take approximately 2h 57m to 4h 5m. The route covers 1,067 miles.
6 airlines operate nonstop service: Air Canada, Azul, JetBlue, Icelandair, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines.
There are approximately 240 nonstop flights per week from EWR to FLL. The return direction has about 300 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through OPF, BCT, CHO, FRG, APF, FDK, SSI, BED, ACY, HHH, ILG, PDK, GSO, LCQ, LCK, MKG, PNS, PWK, PLS, TUL, HOU, DAL, OMA, GCM, BZE, CAE, BQN, AXA, ASE, ANU, SXM, EGE, JAC, LIR, POS, RSW, MDE, PVR, LGA, SAT, ONT, CUN, STT, NAS, CHA, MBJ, SNA, PUJ, IAD, BWI, AUA, RDU, YVR, TPA, BDL, HDN, LIM, MIA, KEF, SNN, MCO, DTW, MYR, ATL, LTN, STN, SDQ, ORF, SJO, CLT, GRR, RIC, BOS, SDF, JFK, BUF, STI, STL, MKE, JAX, CVG, YOW, MSP, PBI, PIT, CHS, CLE, BOG, ROC, MSY, ORD, IND, BNA, AUS, CMH, IAH, YYZ, DCA, SYR, DFW, YUL, BGR, SJU, PDX, MCI, GSP, YHZ, MEM, DEN, PHX, GUA, SAN, AVL, LAS, SAV, LAX, SAP, TYS, SEA, ILM, MDW, SAL, YQB, EYW, SFO, PTY, SLC, PVD, YYC, JWN, BZN, HND and TLV. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from FLL to EWR are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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.
Spirit Airlines is based at FLL and frequently offers the lowest base fares on EWR-FLL. JetBlue, United, and Frontier also serve the route with competitive pricing. Spirit's unbundled fare model means total cost depends heavily on bag fees and seat selection, so comparing total-trip costs is more informative than comparing base fares alone.
EWR is closest to New Jersey travelers and Midtown west-side Manhattan residents. JFK serves more South Florida destinations and has higher frequency to Miami (MIA), while Fort Lauderdale sees strong budget-carrier service from all three New York area airports. Compare by where you're starting. All three airports have nonstops to FLL.
Newark Liberty is susceptible to fog from Newark Bay and the adjacent marshlands, which can reduce visibility to IFR minimums and slow arrival rates. This is distinct from JFK and LGA weather patterns. EWR also sits within the congested New York TRACON, so ground delay programs affect all three New York airports simultaneously during weather events.
Newark to Fort Lauderdale Service
EWR-FLL connects United's primary New York hub with South Florida's second major airport, 1,080 miles to the south. Five airlines serve roughly 269 weekly frequencies. The route has significant budget-carrier presence. Spirit is based at FLL and competes aggressively with United and JetBlue. Block time is 3 hours southbound. Strong leisure demand drives high winter and holiday season pricing.
Demand Patterns and Operational Notes
Fort Lauderdale draws heavy leisure and visiting-friends-and-relatives traffic from the dense New York–New Jersey metro catchment, making EWR-FLL one of the more seasonally variable Florida corridors. January and February represent peak demand as Northeast residents seek warm weather. EWR's fog susceptibility and New York TRACON congestion make it prone to Ground Delay Programs that affect FLL departures independent of South Florida conditions.