Fort Lauderdale

$52+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale (FLL)

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ORD — FLL
Apr 2 — Apr 91
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Fort Lauderdale flight deals. Data was last updated March 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$106
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$52
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$348

Good round-trip deal

$136 or less

Good one-way deal

$50 or less
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From Illinois to Fort Lauderdale
One-way flight from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($39 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/226:10 pmSTL - FLL
Nonstop2h 41mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/293:19 pmFLL - STL
Nonstop2h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/28$106
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/1712:41 pmORD - FLL
Nonstop3h 03mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/206:30 amFLL - ORD
Nonstop3h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/28$125
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/16:07 pmPIA - FLL
Nonstop2h 51mAllegiant Air
Sun 5/43:15 pmFLL - PIA
Nonstop3h 02mAllegiant Air
Deal found 3/27$139
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/266:39 pmORD - FLL
Nonstop3h 13mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/297:00 amFLL - ORD
Nonstop3h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/106:15 pmMDW - FLL
Nonstop3h 00mSouthwest
Sat 5/176:25 amFLL - MDW
Nonstop3h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 3/26$177
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/1510:10 amSTL - FLL
Nonstop2h 39mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/186:00 amFLL - STL
2 stops13h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$187
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/310:48 amPIA - FLL
1 stop6h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/108:00 amFLL - PIA
1 stop8h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$199
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/308:04 pmMDW - FLL
1 stop26h 33mAllegiant Air
Mon 6/210:11 amFLL - MDW
1 stop10h 03mAllegiant Air
Deal found 3/26$203
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/138:00 amMDW - FLL
1 stop11h 50mFrontier
Thu 4/1712:04 pmFLL - MDW
1 stop6h 27mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$208
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/244:25 pmMLI - FLL
1 stop7h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/318:03 amFLL - MLI
2 stops10h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$214
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2111:05 amORD - FLL
1 stop6h 45mDelta
Sat 5/316:00 amFLL - ORD
1 stop7h 41mDelta
Deal found 3/27$217
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Sat 5/105:25 pmMDW - FLL
1 stop5h 13mDelta
Sat 5/176:00 amFLL - MDW
1 stop7h 28mDelta
Deal found 3/27$217

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale that are best for you.

Fly from

Illinois

Fly to

Fort Lauderdale

Route

Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisFort Lauderdale

STL - FLL

STLFLL

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 4/22

6:10 pm-9:51 pm

Nonstop2h 41m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 4/29

3:19 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop2h 56m

$106

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/17

12:41 pm-4:44 pm

Nonstop3h 03m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 5/20

6:30 am-8:50 am

Nonstop3h 20m

$125

PeoriaFort Lauderdale

PIA - FLL

PIAFLL

Greater Peoria

Thu 5/1

6:07 pm-9:58 pm

Nonstop2h 51m

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 5/4

3:15 pm-5:17 pm

Nonstop3h 02m

$139

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/26

6:39 pm-10:52 pm

Nonstop3h 13m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 4/29

7:00 am-9:37 am

Nonstop3h 37m

$177

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

MDW - FLL

MDWFLL

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/10

6:15 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 5/17

6:25 am-8:35 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$177

St. LouisFort Lauderdale

STL - FLL

STLFLL

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 5/15

10:10 am-1:49 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 5/18

6:00 am-6:41 pm

2 stops13h 41m

$187

PeoriaFort Lauderdale

PIA - FLL

PIAFLL

Greater Peoria

Sat 5/3

10:48 am-6:11 pm

1 stop6h 23m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 5/10

8:00 am-3:04 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$199

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

MDW - FLL

MDWFLL

Chicago Midway

Fri 5/30

8:04 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop26h 33m

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 6/2

10:11 am-7:14 pm

1 stop10h 03m

$203

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/8

3:03 pm-12:38 am

1 stop8h 35m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 4/15

12:14 pm-4:51 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$205

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

MDW - FLL

MDWFLL

Chicago Midway

Sun 4/13

8:00 am-8:50 pm

1 stop11h 50m

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 4/17

12:04 pm-5:31 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$208

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale (average of $181). Flying from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale in March is currently the most expensive (average of $254). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IL to FLL?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to FLL are scheduled on a Friday (23 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in Fort Lauderdale by month

Plan your trip to Fort Lauderdale by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Fort Lauderdale ranges from 1.8 - 8.3 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 8.3 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Fort Lauderdale when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

Temperature in Fort Lauderdale by month

Plan your trip to Fort Lauderdale by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Fort Lauderdale, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 66.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Fort Lauderdale

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Fort Lauderdale. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Fort Lauderdale. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Fort Lauderdale from Illinois?

    Located just 3.4 mi from the city center, Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Fort Lauderdale from Illinois.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $52. Allegiant Air flights start at $67 while deals on Southwest start at $89 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale?

    Consider Japan Airlines (94%), American Airlines (90%) or Gulf Air (90%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $58. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Fort Lauderdale) can be booked for $77 on average our data indicates $724 when flying from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Illinois to Fort Lauderdale flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale (average of $181). Flying from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale in March is currently the most expensive (average of $254). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$39Average$169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$74Average$190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$86Average$187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$180Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$186Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$194Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$215Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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