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Flights from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale

Nonstop flights from Chicago (ORD) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) take about 2h 53m (1,905 km). Frontier Airlines, American Airlines and jetBlue fly it. Lowest fare seen: $46 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Chicago to Fort Lauderdale

Carriers on ORD–FLL according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Frontier Airlinesnonstop fare seen✈ American Airlinesnonstop fare seen✈ jetBluenonstop fare seen✈ United Airlinesnonstop fare seen

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Frequently asked questions — Chicago to Fort Lauderdale flights

How long is the flight from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?
A nonstop flight from Chicago (ORD) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) takes about 2h 53m, covering 1,905 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Chicago from Fort Lauderdale by air?
The great-circle distance between Chicago O'Hare International Airport and Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport is 1,905 km (1,184 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the ORD–FLL route include Frontier Airlines, American Airlines, jetBlue and United Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on ORD–FLL was $46 USD with Frontier Airlines (nonstop), departing 26 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
Do I need a visa to travel from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Fort Lauderdale visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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