Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to Fort Lauderdale

1 airline flys nonstop from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International (FLL). It's 957 miles (1,540 km), about 2h 20m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

HOU
William P. Hobby Airport
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
FLL
Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International
🇺🇸 Fort Lauderdale, USA
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
957 mi
1,540 km
CO₂/pax
162 kg
−44 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
HOU → FLL
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
957 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Houston to Fort Lauderdale with one stop · direct emits 162 kg CO₂ per passenger

HOU MSY (New Orleans) FLL
Leg 1: 1h 10m (302 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (674 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 206 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → MSY
1h 10m · 302 mi
View HOU to MSY flights →
Leg 2
MSY → FLL
1h 50m · 674 mi
View MSY to FLL flights →
HOU TPA (Tampa) FLL
Leg 1: 2h 5m (780 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (197 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 205 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → TPA
2h 5m · 780 mi
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Leg 2
TPA → FLL
1h 5m · 197 mi
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HOU PNS (Pensacola) FLL
Leg 1: 1h 30m (487 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (526 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 212 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → PNS
1h 30m · 487 mi
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Leg 2
PNS → FLL
1h 45m · 526 mi
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HOU MCO (Orlando) FLL
Leg 1: 2h 20m (849 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (177 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 215 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → MCO
2h 20m · 849 mi
View HOU to MCO flights →
Leg 2
MCO → FLL
1h 10m · 177 mi
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HOU JAX (Jacksonville) FLL
Leg 1: 2h 5m (816 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (318 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 235 kg CO₂ (+45% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → JAX
2h 5m · 816 mi
View HOU to JAX flights →
Leg 2
JAX → FLL
1h 25m · 318 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Houston (HOU) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) takes approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 957 miles (1,540 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Fort Lauderdale?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to Fort Lauderdale?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Houston from Fort Lauderdale?

The flight distance from Houston to Fort Lauderdale is 957 miles (1,540 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 20m, 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 162 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 810 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 William P. Hobby Airport for this flight?

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