Travelling from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
The timezone in Fort Lauderdale is UTC-4. The city is 3 hours ahead of Santa Ana, where John Wayne Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from SNA to Fort Lauderdale. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a popular month like July, get to the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines are longer during high seasons like summer, Christmas and New Year.
After booking your flight tickets from John Wayne Airport to Fort Lauderdale, get your documents ready. A visa or passport isn't necessary since you're travelling within United States. As long as you have some other valid proof of identity, like an ID card or driver's licence, you're all set.
SNA is about 8 kilometres from central Santa Ana. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 16 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near SNA. Whether you're taking an early flight from John Wayne Airport to Fort Lauderdale or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Fort Lauderdale
C$119 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from John Wayne Airport to Fort Lauderdale. Return flights start from C$266. These prices can change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SNA to Fort Lauderdale if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
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Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Fort Lauderdale. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 15 minutes.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 27 minutes.
Book a hotel near FLL if you're taking a late flight from John Wayne Airport to Fort Lauderdale. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from John Wayne Airport to Fort Lauderdale while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Fort Lauderdale, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Before you book a flight from John Wayne Airport to Fort Lauderdale, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Fort Lauderdale, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap flights from SNA to Fort Lauderdale sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Fort Lauderdale
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Fort Lauderdale right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from John Wayne Airport to Fort Lauderdale:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach, Bonnet House Museum and Gardens and Jungle Queen Riverboat are attractions you won't want to skip in Fort Lauderdale.
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