Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport · FLL

Fort Lauderdale Airport Guide: what to know before you fly

Airport information checked against official sources, plus what real traveler reviews say about security, traffic, getting to the cruise port and where to eat.

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Updated October 2026

Terminals: 1 · 2 · 3 · 4
Airlines: 25+
To downtown: 5 km
Taxi to Port Everglades: USD 18–21
Long-term parking: USD 20 / day

From recent reviews

Before you go: 4 things that catch travelers out

Airlines changed terminals

Spirit stopped flying in May 2026, and Avianca and Air Canada moved to Terminal 4.

Tip: check your terminal before leaving, even if you have flown from FLL before.

Airlines guide

Traffic and full garages

The departures and arrivals roads jam at peak times, and the garages near terminals 2, 3 and 4 are often full.

Tip: add a margin if you drive, or get dropped off by rideshare.

Parking guide

Immigration on arrival

When several international flights land together, the wait can reach two to three hours.

Tip: do not book a connection of less than three hours after an international arrival.

Arrivals guide

The double tip

Many restaurants add an 18% gratuity, and the card terminal asks for a tip again.

Tip: ask for the itemized receipt and check the "gratuity" line before paying.

Dining guide

Quick questions

How early should I get to FLL?

2.5 to 3 hours for domestic flights and 3.5 to 4 for international ones. Security usually takes 5 to 10 minutes, but traffic and some check-in lines add time. Departures guide

How do I get to the cruise port?

Port Everglades is less than 10 minutes away: a taxi costs about USD 18–21, and Uber or Lyft are usually cheaper. Taxis and apps guide

Can I get to Miami by train?

Yes, with Tri-Rail: a free shuttle takes you from the terminals to the Dania Beach station. Brightline has no airport station, but there is a shuttle to its downtown station. Public transportation guide

Can I use a VIP lounge?

No lounge accepts Priority Pass: it only gives a USD 28 credit at Kafe Kalik (T4). The Escape Lounge in Terminal 3 sells entry from USD 45 online. VIP lounges guide

Where do I pick up my rental car?

At the Rental Car Center, next to Terminal 1, with 12 companies in one building and free shuttles from every terminal. Car rental guide

What if I lose something?

The lost and found office is on level 2 of the Rental Car Center (+1 954 359 2247, ext. 3). File the online report as soon as possible. Assistance guide

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How this guide is made

Airport data is checked against official sources (broward.org/airport, TSA, CBP and each operator's website). Passenger experience comes from verified reviews on TripAdvisor, Yelp, Sleeping in Airports, Google Reviews, Skytrax and Reddit, summarized by topic. Fly-fll.com is an independent guide, not the airport's official site.

Official airport: broward.org/airport (Facebook, Instagram, X) · Customer service: +1 866 435 9355 · Rental cars on Discover Cars · Nearby hotels on Booking

⚠️ Before you go: 4 things that catch travelers out