How To Get From Fort Lauderdale Airport To City Center – All Possible Ways

Last updated on October 17th, 2022 at 01:18 am

We will write how to get from Fort Lauderdale airport to city center. The distance from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Fort Lauderdale city center is 10 kilometers.

The travel time from Fort Lauderdale airport to downtown is around 15 minutes by taxi and if you go by bus around 25 minutes. Click here to book online Miami Day Tour and activities

The cheapest way from Fort Lauderdale airport to downtown is by bus for $2 USD. And if you go by taxi will be around $25-30 USD depending on your final destination.

You can get a private transfer that can be cheaper than a taxi if traveling in a group.

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WHERE TO STAY IN FORT LAUDERDALE

A total of $40-50 USD would be the range of your budget for accommodation in Fort Lauderdale. There are hotels mid- budget $100-150 USD and you can find luxury accommodations starting from $300 USD.

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FORT LAUDERDALE AIRPORT TO CITY CENTER

CHEAPEST WAY BUS FROM FORT LAUDERDALE AIRPORT TO CITY CENTER

The cheapest way from Fort Lauderdale airport to downtown is by bus. You will take Bus Number 1 from Fort Lauderdale to city center running every 15 minutes starting from 6 am until midnight.

The bus fare from Fort Lauderdale airport to city center is $2 USD. You have to buy to the bus driver and the Bus Number 1 is leaving from Rental Car Center in Terminal 1. If you are arriving to Fort Lauderdale in other Terminals there is a free shuttle to move around the airport.

The bus travel time from Fort Lauderdale airport to city center is 25 minutes. The bus coming from Fort Lauderdale airport to city is arriving at Broward Central Terminal where you can go walking distance to your accommodation or getting other buses to move around.

Free Sun Trolley (Free Transportation In Fort Lauderdale)

If you get the Free Sun Trolley you will get free transportation around Fort Lauderdale. Just download the app and check the routes.

BY TAXI FROM FORT LAUDERDALE AIRPORT TO DOWNTOWN

If you go from Fort Lauderdale airport to downtown by taxi the most comfortable, available 24/7 and fastest way. The travel time by taxi is around 15 minutes.

The taxi fare from Fort Lauderdale Airport to city center is around $25-30 USD. The prices and travel time aren’t fixed and will depend on traffic and your final destination.

If you are heading to Miami from Fort Lauderdale airport by taxi the fare is around $75 USD and if you go to West Palm Beach is around $150 USD.

UBER FROM FORT LAUDERDALE AIRPORT TO FORT LAUDERDALE CITY CENTER

If you are ordering Uber in Fort Lauderdale you should know that prices are similar to taxis. You can pre-book with Uber app from your phone and go to the airport pick-up point. Expect to pay around $20-30 USD depending on your destination and time of the day from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to city center.

CAR RENTAL AT FORT LAUDERDALE AIRPORT

There are many options for renting a car in Fort Lauderdale’s airport. It’s the most convenient option if you have a place to park your car in Fort Lauderdale. It will take you 15 minutes to get from Fort Lauderdale airport to downtown with a private car. There are a few agencies like Hertz, Avis, Centauro available in the airport. Prices are around €30 per day.

Car rental options can be great if you are traveling with a few people or a lot of luggage and planning to visit places around Fort Lauderdale. Make sure you have a parking place in your hotel or Airbnb since sometimes can be so challenging in Fort Lauderdale.

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PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION FROM FORT LAUDERDALE AIRPORT TO CITY CENTER

Hotel transfers are also very easy and convenient but can be a little bit pricey. The transfers are usually available 24 hours and is only ideal if you have the budget and you really want comfort after your flight to Fort Lauderdale. Prices are around $60 USD and you will be able to fit up to 4 people. It could be $15 USD per person.

BEST WAY FROM FORT LAUDERDALE AIRPORT TO FORT LAUDERDALE DOWNTOWN

The best way from Fort Lauderdale Airport to downtown is getting by bus if you are traveling on a budget for $2 USD and 25 minutes travel time.

You can get Uber, or a taxi since the distances aren’t far and you will get in your accommodation in 15 minutes for around $20-30 USD especially a great idea if you are traveling with someone to split the cost.

ACCOMMODATION IN FORT LAUDERDALE

A total of $40-50 USD would be the range of your budget for accommodation in Fort Lauderdale. There are hotels mid-budget $100-150 USD and you can find luxury accommodations starting from $300 USD.

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BEST TIME TO VISIT IN MIAMI

There are 2 seasons in Miami. The best time to visit Miami is from the months of March to September because it is the dry season. However, lots of tourists prefer to travel from January to March since it’s not peak season but it can be raining for a few days.

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