Houston to Fort Lauderdale (IAH–FLL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAH–FLL is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Frontier lead the route. The flight covers 964 miles in approximately 2h 21m. Beyond nonstop, 168 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AD, AV, EK, NZ | 35 | 738, 739, 7M9, B38M | 2h29-2h40 | Star Alliance | AD, AV, EK, NZ | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 8 | A20N, A21N | 2h25-2h29 | – | – | |
| F9 Frontier Also: Y4 | 7 | 321 | 2h21 | – | Y4 |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Fort Lauderdale from Houston
| Metric | IAH→FLL | HOU→FLL | LCH→FLL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 127 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 5 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 105 | 14 | – |
| Flight time | 2h 21m | 2h 20m | 1h 39m |
| Departure OTP | 87% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · FLL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 7:00 PM in Fort Lauderdale.
IAH has no direct rail link to downtown Houston. The IAH Express bus runs from Houston Amtrak/Greyhound station via Park & Ride to Terminal C (60–90 min, $1.25 with METRO Q card). This is the only transit option; Houston's rail network does not reach the airport.Taxis from downtown Houston cost $50–70 and take 40–60 minutes. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) are typically $35–55. IAH sits 23 miles north of downtown on the North Freeway (I-45); traffic is heavy during morning and evening rush. Remote economy parking lots serve all terminals via shuttle.
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.
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.
IAH–FLL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to FLL
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) are connected by nonstop service from Frontier, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. With 105 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to FLL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to FLL ranges from 2 hours 21 minutes to 2 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 964 miles (1,552 km). There are approximately 105 weekly flights outbound and 135 return, totaling 240 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
168 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via FTW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU), Lake Charles (LCH) and Austin (AUS).