How is the flight distance measured?

Flight distances are measured as the great-circle (straight-line) distance between airports. Actual flight paths may be slightly longer due to air traffic routing and weather avoidance.

How long does the flight from Dallas to Fort Lauderdale take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 1,772 km the typical non-stop flight takes 1–10 hours. Check the flight duration page for the exact average.

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Flight Distance: Dallas to Fort Lauderdale

1,772

Kilometres (km)

1,101

Miles (mi)

957

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Dallas to Fort Lauderdale is approximately 1,772 km. The typical flight time is 2h 50m.

This is the shortest possible distance between the two cities as the crow flies. Real flight paths are often slightly longer due to air traffic control routing, weather, and airspace restrictions.

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Nearby airports

Near Dallas

Dallas Love Field (DAL)18 km
Fort Worth Meacham International Airport (FTW)31 km
Mineral Wells Airport (MWL)96 km

Near Fort Lauderdale

Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport (OPF)22 km
Miami International Airport (MIA)34 km
Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)68 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from Dallas to Fort Lauderdale is approximately 1,772 km (1,101 miles).