Lafayette to Fort Lauderdale (LFT–FLL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Lafayette to Fort Lauderdale
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 775 mi 1h 46m nonstop +1h ahead 7 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between LFT and FLL, connecting options are available through 7 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for LFT to FLL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
7
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~21h
Longest
PNS ~5h 14m SAT ~6h 1m LAS ~9h 31m ATL ~15h 41m IAH ~16h 14m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
388
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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
LFT → FLL
83%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
83%
Return
FLL → LFT
66%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
66%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. FLL delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Fort Lauderdale from Lafayette

Nearby airports with service to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport.
Metric LFT→FLL LCH→FLL MSY→FLL
Distance from LFT – 74 mi 104 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 6
Weekly flights 1 1 45
Flight time 1h 46m 1h 39m 1h 45m
Lake Charles (LCH) to Fort Lauderdale flights · New Orleans (MSY) to Fort Lauderdale flights · Gulfport (GPT) to Fort Lauderdale flights
Airports within 200 miles of LFT with service to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Fort Lauderdale is 1 hour ahead of Lafayette.
LFT: CDT · FLL: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Lafayette, it's 7:00 PM in Fort Lauderdale.
Distance & Flight Time
775 mi / 1,247 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 46m.
Getting from FLL

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.

Fort Lauderdale Climate

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.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

LFT–FLL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Lafayette to Fort Lauderdale route.
Route details
Distance775 mi / 1,247 km
Flight time1h 46m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections7 hubs
Origin: LFT
Full nameLafayette Regional Airport
IATA / ICAOLFT / KLFT
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Tell_City
Passengers/yr0.5M
Elevation42 ft / 13 m
Destination: FLL
Full nameFort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport
IATA / ICAOFLL / KFLL
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr34.2M
Elevation9 ft / 3 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about LFT to FLL flights.
Nonstop flights from Lafayette Regional Airport to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport take approximately 1h 46m. The route covers 775 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from LFT to FLL.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through PNS, SAT, LAS, ATL, IAH, DFW and CLT. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Fort Lauderdale is 1 hour ahead of Lafayette.
Nearby alternatives include LCH, MSY and GPT. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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 LFT to FLL

Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) and Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

LFT to FLL Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from LFT to FLL ranges from 1 hours 46 minutes. The route covers a distance of 775 miles (1,247 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

7 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via PNS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Lake Charles (LCH), New Orleans (MSY) and Gulfport (GPT).