Fort Lauderdale to Okinawa (FLL–DNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Fort Lauderdale to Okinawa
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 8,366 mi 12h 44m nonstop +13h ahead 3 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between FLL and DNA, connecting options are available through 3 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for FLL to DNA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
3
Hubs
~14h
Fastest
~17h
Longest
DAL ~14h 14m SNA ~15h 51m SAN ~17h 6m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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
FLL → DNA
35%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
35%
Return
DNA → FLL
70%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
70%
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
+13h
Okinawa is 13 hours ahead of Fort Lauderdale.
FLL: EDT · DNA: JST

When it's 6:00 PM in Fort Lauderdale, it's 7:00 AM (next day) in Okinawa.
Distance & Flight Time
8,366 mi / 13,463 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 12h 44m.
Visa & Entry

US citizens enter Japan visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism or business. No pre-registration required. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.

Complete the Visit Japan Web form online before arrival to speed up immigration and customs processing. Declare cash over JPY 1,000,000. Bringing meat, fruit, or plant products requires declaration; penalties for violations are strict.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
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).

Facts

FLL–DNA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Fort Lauderdale to Okinawa route.
Route details
Distance8,366 mi / 13,463 km
Flight time12h 44m
Time difference+13 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections3 hubs
Origin: FLL
Full nameFort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport
IATA / ICAOFLL / KFLL
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr34.2M
Elevation9 ft / 3 m
Destination: DNA
Full nameKadena Air Base
IATA / ICAODNA / RODN
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Elevation143 ft / 44 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about FLL to DNA flights.
Nonstop flights from Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport to Kadena Air Base take approximately 12h 44m. The route covers 8,366 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from FLL to DNA.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DAL, SNA and SAN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Okinawa is 13 hours ahead of Fort Lauderdale.
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.

Flights from FLL to DNA

Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Kadena Air Base (DNA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

FLL to DNA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from FLL to DNA ranges from 12 hours 44 minutes. The route covers a distance of 8,366 miles (13,463 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

3 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 14 hours via DAL.