Fort Lauderdale to Stella Maris (FLL–SML) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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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.

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NAS Nassau 3h 40m ADB6UP → UP Nassau (NAS) to Stella Maris flights
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Fort Lauderdale to Stella Maris
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
351 mi 1h 54m nonstop

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

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Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for FLL to SML.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
1
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~3h
Longest
NAS ~3h 40m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
27
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
FLL → SML
30%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
30%
Return
SML → FLL
66%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
66%
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
0h
Stella Maris is 0 hours the same as Fort Lauderdale.
FLL: EDT · SML: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Fort Lauderdale, it's 6:00 PM in Stella Maris.
Distance & Flight Time
351 mi / 565 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 54m gate to gate.
Visa & Entry

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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–SML Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Fort Lauderdale to Stella Maris route.
Route details
Distance351 mi / 565 km
Flight time1h 54m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: FLL
Full nameFort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport
IATA / ICAOFLL / KFLL
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr34.2M
Elevation9 ft / 3 m
Destination: SML
Full nameStella Maris Airport
IATA / ICAOSML / MYLS
TimezoneAmerica/Nassau
Elevation10 ft / 3 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about FLL to SML flights.
Nonstop flights from Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport to Stella Maris Airport take about 1h 54m gate to gate. The route covers 351 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Lynden Pindling.
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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 SML

Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Stella Maris Airport (SML) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

FLL to SML Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from FLL to SML is about 1 hours 54 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 351 miles (565 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Lynden Pindling. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.