Transportation
Getting to Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
100 Terminal Dr., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315
FLL is located approximately 5 miles south of the Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center. The approximate time to downtown ranges between 10 and 20 minutes, depending on the time of day and mode of transportation.
(To and From Airport)
Visit the airport website for a listing of ground transportation options. Transportation options will vary along with rental car, taxi, ride apps, and shuttle pricing.
Airport Transport by Taxi
Taxis depart from the designated taxi zones located at each of the four terminals, on the first-floor level (arrivals) of all terminals. Uniformed ground transportation coordinators are stationed at the taxi zones 24/7 to assist passengers with questions or concerns.
The approximate fare to a downtown destination is $18 to $21. Taxis may add a $3.00 pass-through fee to all airport fares leaving FLL.
The Rental Car Center (RCC) is located next to Terminal 1. Follow the RCC signage to the Concourse B pedestrian bridge. Travelers arriving at Terminals 2, 3, or 4 should follow the RCC signs to passenger pick-up area for the free shuttle bus service. The pick-up areas are located outside the baggage claim level. The shuttle buses will take you to the RCC. RCC shuttle service is available every 10 minutes, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Travelers can find a map and directions on the FLL airport website on how to return vehicles. The approximate fare to a downtown destination is $18 to $21. Taxis may add a $3.00 pass-through fee to all airport fares leaving FLL.
Travelers can utilize ride share services like Uber and Lyft for travel to and from FLL. For pick-up, all ride shares must board on the lower (arrival) level of FLL. Look for curbside signage for Ride-Sharing with a cellphone image. These pick-up locations are positioned between Terminals 1 & 2 and 3 & 4.
Fort Lauderdale Transit
While in town there are several quick and effortless ways to get around! Take advantage of the city’s affordable transportation options.
Travel to your destination via water taxi while in Fort Lauderdale. There are 11 stops offered along the waterways and water taxis arrive every 35-45 minutes. Pre-purchase of your pass is required prior to boarding. The Water Taxis operate from 10am-10pm 7 days a week. An Adult All Day Pass is $35; Seniors (65+)/Military Pass is $30; and an Evening Pass (after 4pm) is $20. For a map of boarding locations and to buy tickets, visit the water taxi website.
Circuit
Circuit is a free all-electric shared vehicle ride. Download the Ride Circuit app to request a ride! Check the service hours and map for service areas.
Provides service to Miami-Dade County, Broward County, and Palm Beach County. There are free shuttle buses from the FLL terminals to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport Station at Dania Beach. Shuttle bus stops are located on the lower level of FLL at the west end of Terminal 1, at the Ground Transportation Area between Terminals 2 and 3, and at he east end of Terminal 4. The Tri-Rail operates on a daily schedule. For fares, map, and schedules, visit the Tri-Rail website.
Provides service to Miami-Dade County, Broward County, and Palm Beach County. Operates Monday through Friday from 4:30 AM – 12:40 AM. Three lines are involved: Express Routes, Breeze Routes, and Fixed-Route Regular service. Use the System Map to find the nearest Bus station near your location and information on bus fares.
Travelers can use the MyRide App to help find which buses will be available near your location.
Ground Transportation
(To and From Airport) Visit the airport website for a listing of ground transportation options. Transportation options will vary along with rental car, taxi, ride apps, and shuttle pricing.
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Water Taxi
Travel to your destination via water taxi while in Fort Lauderdale. There are 11 stops offered along the waterways and water taxis arrive every 35-45 minutes. Pre-purchase of your pass is required prior to boarding. The Water Taxis operate from 10am-10pm 7 days a week. An Adult All Day Pass is $35; Seniors (65+)/Military Pass is $30; and an Evening Pass (after 4pm) is $20. For a map of boarding locations and to buy tickets, visit the water taxi website.
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Airport Transport by Taxi
Taxis depart from the designated taxi zones located at each of the four terminals, on the first-floor level (arrivals) of all terminals. Uniformed ground transportation coordinators are stationed at the taxi zones 24/7 to assist passengers with questions or concerns. The approximate fare to a downtown destination is $18 to $21. Taxis may add a $3.00 pass-through fee to all airport fares leaving FLL.
Circuit
Circuit is a free all-electric shared vehicle ride. Download the Ride Circuit app to request a ride! Check the service hours and map for service areas.
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Car Rentals
The Rental Car Center (RCC) is located next to Terminal 1. Follow the RCC signage to the Concourse B pedestrian bridge. Travelers arriving at Terminals 2, 3, or 4 should follow the RCC signs to passenger pick-up area for the free shuttle bus service. The pick-up areas are located outside the baggage claim level. The shuttle buses will take you to the RCC. RCC shuttle service is available every 10 minutes, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Travelers can find a map and directions on the FLL airport website on how to return vehicles. The approximate fare to a downtown destination is $18 to $21. Taxis may add a $3.00 pass-through fee to all airport fares leaving FLL.
Tri-Rail (Commuter Train)
Provides service to Miami-Dade County, Broward County, and Palm Beach County. There are free shuttle buses from the FLL terminals to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport Station at Dania Beach. Shuttle bus stops are located on the lower level of FLL at the west end of Terminal 1, at the Ground Transportation Area between Terminals 2 and 3, and at he east end of Terminal 4. The Tri-Rail operates on a daily schedule. For fares, map, and schedules, visit the Tri-Rail website.
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Ride Shares (Uber/Lyft)
Travelers can utilize ride share services like Uber and Lyft for travel to and from FLL. For pick-up, all ride shares must board on the lower (arrival) level of FLL. Look for curbside signage for Ride-Sharing with a cellphone image. These pick-up locations are positioned between Terminals 1 & 2 and 3 & 4.
Broward Central Transit (Bus System)
Provides service to Miami-Dade County, Broward County, and Palm Beach County. Operates Monday through Friday from 4:30 AM – 12:40 AM. Three lines are involved: Express Routes, Breeze Routes, and Fixed-Route Regular service. Use the System Map to find the nearest Bus station near your location. Bus fare and purchasing information can be found here. Travelers can use the MyRide App or go to MyRide.Broward.org to help find which buses will be available near your location. For additional instructions on how to plan a trip, visit broward.org.
