Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) — Terminals, Lounges & Travel Tips
Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States · FLL
Terminal Guide
| Terminal | Airlines |
|---|---|
| Terminal 1 (Concourses A, B, C, D) | Southwest Airlines |
| Terminal 2 | Delta, Air Canada, WestJet, Bahamasair |
| Terminal 3 | United Airlines, Spirit |
| Terminal 4 | JetBlue, Frontier, Allegiant, Sun Country |
Getting There — Ground Transportation
- Broward County Transit Bus 1: BCT Route 1 connects FLL to Downtown Fort Lauderdale for $2. Frequency limited; useful for budget travelers with no luggage urgency.
- Tri-Rail: Free shuttle (Route 1) connects FLL to the Tri-Rail FLL station, then commuter rail to Downtown Miami or West Palm Beach. ~$3.75–9.25 depending on destination.
- Rideshare: Uber and Lyft pickup from the designated lot on Terminal Dr. Expect $15–25 to Fort Lauderdale Beach, $40–55 to Miami Beach or Downtown Miami.
- Taxi: Metered from curbside. Expect $20–30 to Fort Lauderdale Beach; $60–75 to Miami Beach.
- Car Rental: Consolidated rental facility on Terminal Dr, accessible via free shuttle from each terminal.
Airport Lounge Directory
| Lounge | Location | Access |
|---|---|---|
| United Club | Terminal 3 | United Club membership, United MileagePlus Club card |
| The Club at FLL | Terminal 2 | Priority Pass, LoungeBuddy, $40 walk-in |
Pro Tips for FLL Travelers
- Southwest dominates Terminal 1 with an enormous schedule — if Southwest is an option, FLL is almost always cheaper than MIA.
- Port Everglades cruise terminal is 2 miles away; if you're catching a cruise the day of arrival, plan a direct rideshare from the terminal.
- FLL security can back up quickly on Sunday mornings when cruise passengers and departing vacationers converge — arrive at least 2 hours early.
- Tri-Rail to Miami is cheap and reliable, but only runs hourly — check the schedule before assuming it fits your timeline.
- Fort Lauderdale Beach hotels frequently run shuttle services to FLL — ask your hotel before booking a car.
- Terminal 1 (Southwest) is the largest terminal at FLL with four concourses; if you're on a different carrier, your terminal will be smaller but easier to navigate.
- Hurricane season (June–November) brings weather delays; FLL's proximity to the Atlantic makes it especially vulnerable to August–October storms.
Know Before You Land — FLL Checklist
Review these before your flight so you hit the ground running at Fort Lauderdale.
- Confirm which terminal your airline uses — Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport has 4 terminals and inter-terminal transfers may take 15–30 minutes.
- Rail is available: Free shuttle (Route 1) connects FLL to the Tri-Rail FLL station, then commuter rail to Downtown Miami or West Palm Beach. ~$3.75–9.25 depending on destination.
- Renting a car? Consolidated rental facility on Terminal Dr, accessible via free shuttle from each terminal.
- Priority Pass accepted at The Club at FLL — verify your card's visit policy before traveling.
- Southwest Airlines hub: expect higher flight frequency and stronger upgrade/standby availability for Southwest Airlines elite members.
- FLL security can back up quickly on Sunday mornings when cruise passengers and departing vacationers converge — arrive at least 2 hours early.