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 Washington to Fort Lauderdale take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 1,451 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: Washington to Fort Lauderdale

1,451

Kilometres (km)

902

Miles (mi)

783

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Washington to Fort Lauderdale is approximately 1,451 km. The typical flight time is 2h 25m.

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 Washington

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)38 km
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshal Airport (BWI)73 km
Hagerstown Regional Richard A Henson Field (HGR)88 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 Washington to Fort Lauderdale is approximately 1,451 km (902 miles).