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FLL (Fort Lauderdale) to LAX (Los Angeles)

FLL (Fort Lauderdale) to LAX (Los Angeles) flights arrive on time 80% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is JetBlue Airways at 84%. The average delay is 70 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.

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This route is on time most of the time. About 80% of flights arrive on schedule.

Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.

Accurate?

JetBlue Airways is significantly more reliable on this route at 84% on time vs Alaska Airlines at 56%.

Airline Comparison

JetBlue Airways leads at 84% on time; Alaska Airlines trails at 56%.

Accurate?

Good to know

Departing from FLL

75% on time

Expect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. FLL has long runway queues.

TSA is currently ~16 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).

More about FLL

Arriving at LAX

82% on time

When flights into LAX are late, the average delay is 68 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at LAX: TSA is ~22 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.

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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.