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Is a 1 hr layover in Fort Lauderdale long enough?

FLL · Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International · Fort Lauderdale, United States
Probably Enough

Yes, 1 hour is probably enough for a layover at FLL (Fort Lauderdale).

Enough time for most domestic-domestic connections and borderline workable for domestic-to-international transfers.
Quick Stats
Concourses
4
Max Transit
40m
Avg. Security
20m
Primary Hub
Spirit Airlines
Minimum Connection Times
Domestic → Domestic
45min
✓
Domestic → International
60min
tight
International → Domestic
90min
✗
International → International
90min
✗
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Tips for 1 hr Connections
Check your terminal on arrival — Spirit dominates Terminals 3 and 4, JetBlue is in Terminal 1, Delta/Air Canada in Terminal 2, and American/United/Southwest largely in Terminal 3.
If your connection changes terminals, budget extra time since you'll likely need to exit security and go through the checkpoint again.
International arrivals go through Terminal 4's Federal Inspection Station, and if your next flight departs from another terminal you must collect bags, clear customs, recheck, and take the shuttle bus over.
The inter-terminal shuttle bus runs frequently but can add 15-20 minutes with waiting and traffic, so don't count on a quick dash between terminals.
Spirit Airlines' hub operations mean same-terminal connections on Spirit are often the smoothest option at FLL.
Busyness — Connection Risk
12a6a12p6p12a
Low risk
Moderate
High risk
Tight connections are safer outside peak hours. Morning rush (6–9a), midday (11a–2p), and evening (4–8p) are highest risk.
Getting Between Concourses
There is no inter-terminal train; passengers move between terminals via landside walkways and the free FLL shuttle bus system, which loops around all four terminals roughly every 10-15 minutes. Anyone connecting between terminals — or arriving internationally and needing to reach a different terminal for a domestic flight — typically must exit the secure area and go through TSA screening again, since airside connectors between terminals are limited.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 1 hour enough for a layover at Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International (FLL)?

Enough time for most domestic-domestic connections and borderline workable for domestic-to-international transfers.

What is the minimum connection time at FLL?

Minimum connection times at Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International: Domestic-to-Domestic is 45 minutes, International-to-International is 90 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.

Can I make a 1 hour connection at FLL on an international flight?

1 hour is below the 90-minute international MCT at Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International. You may need to rush and could miss your connection. There is no inter-terminal train; passengers move between terminals via landside walkways and the free FLL shuttle bus system, which loops around all four terminals roughly every 10-15 minutes. Anyone connecting between terminals — or arriving internationally and needing to reach a different terminal for a domestic flight — typically must exit the secure area and go through TSA screening again, since airside connectors between terminals are limited.

What happens if I miss my connection at FLL?

If you miss a connection, go to your airline's customer service desk in the terminal you land in — Spirit, JetBlue, and Delta all have dedicated rebooking counters near their gates. Because FLL has multiple daily departures to major cities from several carriers, same-day rebooking options are usually available, though weekend and holiday leisure traffic can fill flights quickly.

Other Layover Durations at FLL
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