Fort Lauderdale to New York (FLL–JFK) — 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.
FLL–JFK is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. JetBlue, Delta Air Lines and American Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,071 miles in approximately 2h 59m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B6 JetBlue Also: AD, AT, EI, FI, HA, JL, JU, KQ, LO, QR, SQ, TK, TP | 42 | 320, 321, BCS3 | 2h57-3h04 | – | AD, AT, EI, FI, HA, JL, JU, KQ, LO, QR, SQ, TK, TP | |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, KE, KL, LA, LY, SK, VS, WS | 28 | 739 | 2h47-3h13 | SkyTeam | AF, KE, KL, LA, LY, SK, VS, WS | |
| AA American Airlines | 1 | – | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach New York from Fort Lauderdale
| Metric | FLL→JFK | OPF→JFK | MIA→JFK |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from FLL | – | 14 mi | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 6 | 35 |
| Weekly flights | 437 | 1 | 560 |
| Flight time | 2h 59m | 3h 25m | 2h 15m |
| Departure OTP | 40% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
FLL: EDT · JFK: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Fort Lauderdale, it's 6:00 PM in New York.
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).
AirTrain to Jamaica Station (8–10 min, $8.50) connects to the NYC subway A/E trains and LIRR. Total fare to midtown Manhattan is $9.25 via subway or $10–15 via LIRR; both take 50–70 minutes total. NYC taxis from JFK to Manhattan are metered (flat rate only applies to the Manhattan-to-JFK direction); expect $50–70 plus tolls.Ride-shares from JFK pick up at the designated lot; follow signs rather than waiting at terminal curbs. Car services and shared vans to Manhattan are available from the Ground Transportation desks.
Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. July–August averages 25–32°C with high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause ground delays. Nor'easters hit December through March, occasionally dumping 30–60 cm of snow and causing widespread cancellations. JFK is slower to recover than inland airports due to wind exposure.
Fog is a disruption risk in spring. Fall (September–October) offers the most stable flying weather. Hurricane remnants reach New York in September–October. Sandy-level events are rare but possible.
FLL–JFK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FLL to JFK
Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected by nonstop service from JetBlue, Delta Air Lines and American Airlines. With 437 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
FLL to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FLL to JFK is about 2 hours 59 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,071 miles (1,723 km). There are approximately 437 weekly flights outbound and 372 return, totaling 809 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Jacksonville, Raleigh-Durham and Savannah Hilton Head. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Miami (OPF), Miami (MIA) and West Palm Beach (PBI).