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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Detroit Wayne County to Fort Lauderdale International flights are currently cheapest in February.

Direct flights from Detroit Wayne County to Fort Lauderdale International

Detroit Wayne County to Fort Lauderdale International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Detroit Wayne County to Fort Lauderdale below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Fort Lauderdale International.

Detroit to Fort Lauderdale: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM235
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time3 hrs, 6 mins
Most popular airlineWestJet
Average flights per week136

Finding cheap flights from Detroit Wayne County to Fort Lauderdale International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Detroit Wayne County to Fort Lauderdale International is RM235. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 6 minutes is the average flight time from Detroit Wayne County to Fort Lauderdale International.
WestJet, Delta and Spirit Airlines fly direct from Detroit Wayne County to Fort Lauderdale International.
As of December 2025, there are 136 flights per week flying from Detroit Wayne County to Fort Lauderdale International.
The cheapest month to fly from Detroit Wayne County to Fort Lauderdale International is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport on Sunday, 8 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 6 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Fort Lauderdale International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Fort Lauderdale is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Fort Lauderdale International.

Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours.

  • Fort Lauderdale's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Detroit.

  • Take your pick of 49 weekly Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport flights. The 05:00 departure with Spirit Airlines is the earliest available. Spirit Airlines operates the last service of the day at 21:59.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your DTW to FLL flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Getting to Fort Lauderdale (and then exploring more of United States!) is a breeze with Delta Air Lines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport.

  • Delta Air Lines tops the list for bookings on this route.

  • Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier offering DTW to FLL flights, with 74.48% of its services arriving as scheduled.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between DTW and FLL:

    • Nashville International Airport

    • Tampa International Airport

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)

  • RM117 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport flight. Return flights start at RM235. These prices can change based on demand and availability.

  • To score cheap tickets from DTW to FLL, book your journey six months before your departure date.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from DTW to FLL by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport.

Handy information about Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • DTW's address is 1 Detroit Metro Airport.

  • 75.1% of flights that depart Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport reach their destination on time.

  • To get to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from central Detroit, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to DTW:

Arriving at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)

Getting from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale

  • You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.

  • From Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, Fort Lauderdale is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Getting there on public transport takes around 25 minutes.

When to fly to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Fort Lauderdale. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in May.

  • Lock in your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Fort Lauderdale during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DTW to FLL in January. Average temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • You've visited Fort Lauderdale, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Journey about 499 kilometres north to Jacksonville to check off its top attractions. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Miami is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 40 kilometres south of Fort Lauderdale. No trip is complete without experiencing Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.

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