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$35+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale (FLL)

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ORD — FLL
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
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Round-trip from

$80
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$35
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$272

Good round-trip deal

$184 or less

Good one-way deal

$98 or less
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/306:47 pmSTL - FLL
Nonstop2h 47mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/83:53 pmFLL - STL
Nonstop2h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/21$80
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/16:25 pmORD - FLL
1 stop17h 50mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/89:40 pmFLL - ORD
Nonstop3h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/21$111
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Mon 3/38:00 amORD - FLL
1 stop5h 12mFrontier
Sat 3/812:27 pmFLL - ORD
1 stop8h 45mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$129
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Mon 5/128:30 amMDW - FLL
1 stop12h 00mFrontier
Fri 5/169:05 amFLL - MDW
1 stop5h 29mFrontier
Deal found 2/21$129
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Tue 4/19:50 amSTL - FLL
2 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/83:53 pmFLL - STL
Nonstop2h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$163
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 4/54:26 pmMLI - FLL
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/85:37 pmFLL - MLI
1 stop5h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$209
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Tue 4/17:10 pmMDW - FLL
Nonstop2h 55mSouthwest
Tue 4/87:25 amFLL - MDW
Nonstop3h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$213
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/53:50 pmMLI - FLL
1 stop5h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/87:15 amFLL - MLI
2 stops10h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$214
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Tue 4/16:00 amMDW - FLL
1 stop5h 50mDelta
Wed 4/25:30 amFLL - MDW
1 stop4h 39mDelta
Deal found 2/21$217
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Mon 3/245:00 pmORD - FLL
1 stop5h 58mDelta
Tue 3/259:54 amFLL - ORD
1 stop4h 51mDelta
Deal found 2/21$237
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Fri 2/218:58 amORD - FLL
1 stop8h 21mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/269:30 pmFLL - ORD
Nonstop3h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$240
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Fri 4/47:48 pmEVV - FLL
2 stops23h 19mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/76:00 amFLL - EVV
1 stop13h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$243

Find flights from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 22, 2025.

Fly from

Illinois

Fly to

Fort Lauderdale

Route

Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisFort Lauderdale

STL - FLL

STLFLL

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 3/30

6:47 pm-10:34 pm

Nonstop2h 47m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 4/8

3:53 pm-5:52 pm

Nonstop2h 59m

$80

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/1

6:25 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop17h 50m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 4/8

9:40 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop3h 19m

$111

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/5

10:25 am-2:36 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 3/8

12:27 pm-8:12 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$120

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/3

8:00 am-2:12 pm

1 stop5h 12m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 3/8

12:27 pm-8:12 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$129

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

MDW - FLL

MDWFLL

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/12

8:30 am-9:30 pm

1 stop12h 00m

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 5/16

9:05 am-1:34 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$129

St. LouisFort Lauderdale

STL - FLL

STLFLL

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 4/1

9:50 am-9:00 am

2 stops22h 10m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 4/8

3:53 pm-5:52 pm

Nonstop2h 59m

$163

MolineFort Lauderdale

MLI - FLL

MLIFLL

Moline Quad-City

Sat 4/5

4:26 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop5h 21m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 4/8

5:37 pm-9:49 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$209

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

MDW - FLL

MDWFLL

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/1

7:10 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 4/8

7:25 am-9:35 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$213

MolineFort Lauderdale

MLI - FLL

MLIFLL

Moline Quad-City

Sat 4/5

3:50 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 4/8

7:15 am-4:47 pm

2 stops10h 32m

$214

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

MDW - FLL

MDWFLL

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/1

6:00 am-12:50 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 4/2

5:30 am-9:09 am

1 stop4h 39m

$217

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 $182). 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 February 22, 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 February 22, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to FLL are scheduled on a Saturday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 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 February 22, 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,700 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,212 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,068 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,759 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

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 $35. Frontier flights start at $61 while deals on Southwest start at $95 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale are Chicago O'Hare Intl - Fort Lauderdale, Chicago Midway - Fort Lauderdale and Lambert-St Louis - Fort Lauderdale.

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

    Consider Copa Airlines (90%), Azul (85%) or United Airlines (83%) 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 $49. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Fort Lauderdale) can be booked for $77 on average our data indicates $629 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 $182). 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 February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$40Average$181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$69Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$90Average$202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$170Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$180Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$189Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$215Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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