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Cheap flights from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale from £53

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 16/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — FLL
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale are usually found in August or September, booked 28 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 30 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£95

One-way from

£53

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

£197
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 31/5-8/6
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 23m total
  • Chicago to Fort Lauderdale
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Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 16/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 33m total
  • Chicago to Fort Lauderdale
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (£19 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£7 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 April 2025.

Sat 31/512:41ORD - FLL
Nonstop3h 03mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/606:30FLL - ORD
Nonstop3h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 29/4£95
Sat 28/611:20ORD - FLL
1 stop7h 15mDelta
Wed 16/713:30FLL - ORD
1 stop6h 19mDelta
Deal found 29/4£162
Thu 14/807:00ORD - FLL
Nonstop3h 13mUnited Airlines
Mon 18/807:00FLL - ORD
Nonstop3h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/4£169
Mon 27/1008:40ORD - FLL
1 stop9h 15mJetBlue
Wed 29/1007:50FLL - ORD
1 stop10h 37mJetBlue
Deal found 28/4£175
Sat 12/713:30ORD - FLL
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Wed 16/706:35FLL - ORD
2 stops10h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 29/4£188

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Chicago

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Fort Lauderdale

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Price

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 31/5

12:41-16:44

Nonstop3h 03m

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 8/6

06:30-08:50

Nonstop3h 20m

£95

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 13/6

06:15-15:38

1 stop8h 23m

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 20/6

16:55-23:25

1 stop7h 30m

£160

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 28/6

11:20-19:35

1 stop7h 15m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 16/7

13:30-18:49

1 stop6h 19m

£162

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 14/8

07:00-11:13

Nonstop3h 13m

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 18/8

07:00-09:30

Nonstop3h 30m

£169

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/6

07:30-22:50

2 stops14h 20m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 11/6

06:10-13:05

1 stop7h 55m

£177

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 16/5

11:30-23:03

1 stop10h 33m

£53

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 30/6

16:20-20:34

Nonstop3h 14m

£64

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/7

13:50-21:40

1 stop6h 50m

£75

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 28/6

18:15-00:18

1 stop5h 03m

£81

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/9

08:40-19:54

1 stop10h 14m

£92

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale is 28 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale (average of £594). Flying from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale in July is currently the most expensive (average of £845). 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 CHI to FLL?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 30 April 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 8% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago 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 30 April 2025.

The most flights from CHI to FLL are scheduled on a Wednesday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 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 46.0 - 211.0 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 211.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Fort Lauderdale when rainfall is around 46.0 mm.

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 29.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 19.0 C).

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 30 April 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,968 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,968 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,968 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very Good
4,295 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,968 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,936 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,968 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,968 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,922 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,968 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago 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 Chicago?

    If you book a flight to Fort Lauderdale from Chicago, you will be flying to Fort Lauderdale, which is the city’s only airport. Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is located 3.4 mi from the center of Fort Lauderdale. There are 12 flights from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale per day from 0 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Fort Lauderdale, with prices starting at £95. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by JetBlue and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at £160 and £162, respectively. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 49% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    £53 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from £64 and £75, respectively.

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

    Consider Emirates (87%), Japan Airlines (87%) or Azul (84%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago 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 Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale (average of £594). Flying from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale in July is currently the most expensive (average of £845). 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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