Fort Lauderdale to Ashgabat (FLL–ASB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Fort Lauderdale to Ashgabat
Route information for FLL to ASB.
1 Flights/wk 7,259 mi 13h nonstop +9h ahead

Connection Landscape

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On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
FLL → ASB
26%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
26%
Return
ASB → FLL
83%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
83%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. FLL delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+9h
Ashgabat is 9 hours ahead of Fort Lauderdale.
FLL: EDT · ASB: +05

When it's 6:00 PM in Fort Lauderdale, it's 3:00 AM (next day) in Ashgabat.
Distance & Flight Time
7,259 mi / 11,682 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 13h 0m.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders need a visa and a letter of invitation to enter Turkmenistan. Tourist visas require sponsorship from a licensed Turkmen travel agency, which arranges the invitation letter and submits it to the State Migration Service. Once approved (10 to 20 working days), collect the visa at a Turkmen embassy or arrange visa collection on arrival at Ashgabat Airport (ASB) if the invitation specifies airport pickup. The tourist visa costs $55 to $155 depending on processing speed and allows stays up to 20 days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.

Turkmenistan is one of the most restricted countries for tourism. Independent travel is not permitted: all tourists must be accompanied by a licensed guide for the duration of their stay. Transit visas (up to 5 days) are available without a guide if you are passing through overland between Uzbekistan and Iran. The Darvaza Gas Crater (the "Door to Hell"), the ancient Silk Road city of Merv (UNESCO site), and Ashgabat's white marble architecture are the main draws.

No direct flights connect the US to Turkmenistan. Route through Istanbul (about 4 hours 30 minutes to ASB on Turkish Airlines or Turkmenistan Airlines), Dubai (about 3 hours 30 minutes), or Moscow (about 4 hours on Turkmenistan Airlines). Total travel time from the US East Coast runs 16 to 24 hours. Turkmenistan uses the Turkmen manat (TMT), with an official rate of 3.50 TMT per $1. Exchange only at official banks or hotel exchange desks. International credit and debit cards do not work in Turkmenistan. Bring US dollars in clean, undamaged bills and exchange as needed. Your tour operator handles most logistics including transport, meals, and accommodation.

Getting to FLL

Broward County Transit Route 1 runs from downtown Fort Lauderdale to the airport (30–40 min, $2), but it is slow with many stops. The airport has no direct rail link; Brightline's FLL station is 1.5 miles away with a shuttle connection.Ride-shares cost $15–25 from Fort Lauderdale and $35–55 from Miami Beach. Taxis are metered. I-595 and I-95 access can be congested during Miami rush hour (7–9am and 4–7pm).

FLL–ASB Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Fort Lauderdale to Ashgabat route.
Route details
Distance7,259 mi / 11,682 km
Flight time13h
Time difference+9 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
Origin: FLL
IATA / ICAOFLL / KFLL
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr34.2M
Elevation9 ft / 3 m
Destination: ASB
IATA / ICAOASB / UTAA
TimezoneAsia/Ashgabat
Passengers/yr0.5M
Elevation692 ft / 211 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about FLL to ASB flights.
Nonstop flights from Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport to Ashgabat International Airport take approximately 13h. The route covers 7,259 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from FLL to ASB.
Ashgabat is 9 hours ahead of Fort Lauderdale.
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Flights from FLL to ASB

Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Ashgabat International Airport (ASB) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

FLL to ASB Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from FLL to ASB ranges from 13 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 7,259 miles (11,682 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.