Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to Fort Lauderdale

3 airlines fly nonstop from George Bush Intcntl Houston (IAH) to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International (FLL). It's 966 miles (1,554 km), about 2h 36m in the air. Operated by Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines.

IAH
George Bush Intcntl Houston
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
FLL
Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International
🇺🇸 Fort Lauderdale, USA
Flight Time
2h 36m
Distance
966 mi
1,554 km
CO₂/pax
163 kg
−43 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Frontier Airlines +2
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Frontier Airlines Frontier Airlines Spirit Airlines Spirit Airlines United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Frontier Airlines F9 Frontier Airlines
Route
IAH → FLL
Flight Time
2h 36m
Distance
966 mi
Spirit Airlines NK Spirit Airlines
Route
IAH → FLL
Flight Time
2h 36m
Distance
966 mi
United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
IAH → FLL
Flight Time
2h 36m
Distance
966 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Houston to Fort Lauderdale with one stop · direct emits 163 kg CO₂ per passenger

IAH MSY (New Orleans) FLL
Leg 1: 1h 15m (304 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (674 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 206 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → MSY
1h 15m · 304 mi
View IAH to MSY flights →
Leg 2
MSY → FLL
1h 50m · 674 mi
View MSY to FLL flights →
IAH TPA (Tampa) FLL
Leg 1: 2h 14m (787 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (197 mi) Total: ~3h 19m 🍃 207 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → TPA
2h 14m · 787 mi
View IAH to TPA flights →
Leg 2
TPA → FLL
1h 5m · 197 mi
View TPA to FLL flights →
IAH PNS (Pensacola) FLL
Leg 1: 1h 39m (488 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (526 mi) Total: ~3h 24m 🍃 212 kg CO₂ (+30% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → PNS
1h 39m · 488 mi
View IAH to PNS flights →
Leg 2
PNS → FLL
1h 45m · 526 mi
View PNS to FLL flights →
IAH MCO (Orlando) FLL
Leg 1: 2h 25m (854 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (177 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 216 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → MCO
2h 25m · 854 mi
View IAH to MCO flights →
Leg 2
MCO → FLL
1h 10m · 177 mi
View MCO to FLL flights →
IAH JAX (Jacksonville) FLL
Leg 1: 2h 10m (816 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (318 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 235 kg CO₂ (+44% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → JAX
2h 10m · 816 mi
View IAH to JAX flights →
Leg 2
JAX → FLL
1h 25m · 318 mi
View JAX to FLL flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Houston to Fort Lauderdale?

A nonstop flight from Houston (IAH) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) takes approximately 2 hours and 36 minutes. The distance is 966 miles (1,554 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Fort Lauderdale?

3 airlines: Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to Fort Lauderdale?

Yes. 3 airlines: Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines.

How far is Houston from Fort Lauderdale?

The flight distance from Houston to Fort Lauderdale is 966 miles (1,554 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Houston to Fort Lauderdale?

At 2h 36m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Houston to Fort Lauderdale?

Roughly 163 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 815 km.

Is the return flight from Fort Lauderdale to Houston also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Houston to Fort Lauderdale?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at George Bush Intcntl Houston for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.