Chicago/Romeoville to Fort Lauderdale (LOT–FLL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago/Romeoville to Fort Lauderdale
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1,165 mi 2h 29m nonstop +1h ahead 7 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between LOT 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 LOT to FLL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
7
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Alternatives

Other ways to reach Fort Lauderdale from Chicago/Romeoville

Nearby airports with service to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport.
Metric LOT→FLL MDW→FLL ORD→FLL
Distance from LOT – 22 mi 27 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 3 15
Weekly flights 0 23 204
Flight time 2h 29m 2h 19m 3h 4m
Chicago (MDW) to Fort Lauderdale flights · Chicago (ORD) to Fort Lauderdale flights · Chicago/Rockford (RFD) to Fort Lauderdale flights
Airports within 200 miles of LOT 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 Chicago/Romeoville.
LOT: CDT · FLL: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago/Romeoville, it's 7:00 PM in Fort Lauderdale.
Distance & Flight Time
1,165 mi / 1,875 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 29m.
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

LOT–FLL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago/Romeoville to Fort Lauderdale route.
Route details
Distance1,165 mi / 1,875 km
Flight time2h 29m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections7 hubs
Origin: LOT
Full nameLewis University Airport
IATA / ICAOLOT / KLOT
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Elevation679 ft / 207 m
Destination: FLL
Full nameFort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport
IATA / ICAOFLL / KFLL
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr34.2M
Elevation9 ft / 3 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about LOT to FLL flights.
Nonstop flights from Lewis University Airport to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport take approximately 2h 29m. The route covers 1,165 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through TYS, PIE, PIT, OMA, SLC, CLT and BNA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Fort Lauderdale is 1 hour ahead of Chicago/Romeoville.
Nearby alternatives include MDW, ORD and RFD. 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 LOT to FLL

Lewis University Airport (LOT) and Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

LOT to FLL Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from LOT to FLL ranges from 2 hours 29 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,165 miles (1,875 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

7 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via TYS. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (MDW), Chicago (ORD) and Chicago/Rockford (RFD).