Travelling from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
Fort Lauderdale's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Richmond.
Flights from RIC to FLL start from 06:10 — the first with JetBlue Airways. The last service of the day is at 21:38 with Spirit Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 25 weekly Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your RIC to FLL flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
JetBlue Airways offers direct flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Fort Lauderdale — and maybe even more of United States if you have time.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with JetBlue Airways on this route.
JetBlue Airways is the most punctual carrier that offers RIC to FLL flights. A reliable 83.93% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between RIC and FLL include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
P1,353 is currently the best price for a one-way Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport flight. Return flights start at P3,100. These prices can change based on availability.
Get cheap tickets from RIC to FLL by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
RIC is located at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
77.63% of flights that depart Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) make it to their destination on schedule.
Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is about 21 kilometres from central Richmond. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 2 hours 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near RIC. Whether you're taking an early flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FLL instead:
Explore without limits with a Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Renta Florida, OtoQ or Thrifty and find adventure across Fort Lauderdale and beyond.
Booking your ride from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale
The address for FLL is 320 Terminal Drive.
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to the centre of Fort Lauderdale has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Fort Lauderdale in May.
Lock in your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Fort Lauderdale during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RIC to FLL around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Fort Lauderdale is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. About 499 kilometres north of Fort Lauderdale, a trip to Jacksonville will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Miami is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 40 kilometres south of Fort Lauderdale. No journey is complete without dropping by Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.