Distance from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale by Car and Plane
The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Fort Lauderdale (FL) is 1168 miles or 1879 kilometers or 1014 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale is 1351 miles (2175 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 183 miles or 296 km.
Flight distance from Chicago, IL to Fort Lauderdale, FL in miles and km?
The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Chicago and Fort Lauderdale is 1168 miles or 1879 km.The nearest airport to Chicago, is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and the nearest airport to Fort Lauderdale, is Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
What is the average flight time from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?
Flight time from Chicago, IL to Fort Lauderdale, FL is 2 hours 41 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.
Chicago to Fort Lauderdale Flight Route Map
Map Showing the Distance Between Chicago, IL and Fort Lauderdale, FLThis map shows the distance from Chicago, IL, Usa to Fort Lauderdale, FL, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Chicago, Illinois to Fort Lauderdale, Florida is displayed below.
Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Fort Lauderdale, FL
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Fort Lauderdale, Florida is 1351 miles or 2175 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Fort Lauderdale, FL is 1351 miles or 2175 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Fort Lauderdale, Florida is approximately 1351 miles (2175 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 25 to 26 hours under normal conditions.
Driving time from Chicago, IL to Fort Lauderdale, FL
How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Fort Lauderdale, FL?The total driving time is 25 hours, 2 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale take?
Chicago and Fort Lauderdale are 25 hours 2 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.
Time Difference between Chicago and Fort Lauderdale
Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Fort Lauderdale (FL) is 1 Hours.
Fort Lauderdale time is 1 Hours ahead of Chicago.
| Current local time in Chicago | Current local time in Fort Lauderdale |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-18, 10:04:16 CST | 2025-12-18, 11:04:16 EST |
How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Fort Lauderdale Florida, USA?
You can compare air and road distance between Chicago, IL and Fort Lauderdale, FL in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.
| Distance type | Miles | Kilometers | Nautical miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driving distance | 1351 mi | 2175 km | 1173.21 nmi |
| Straight line distance | 1168 mi | 1879 km | 1014 nmi |
| Difference | 183 mi | 296 km | 159 nmi |
Chicago Details
Chicago is located in Illinois, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 41° 50' 15.2'' Longitude: W 87° 40' 54.6'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 41.83755 |
| Longitude | -87.68184 |
| State | Illinois |
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Fort Lauderdale Details
Fort Lauderdale is located in Florida, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 26° 7' 20.3'' Longitude: W 80° 8' 36.2'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 26.12231 |
| Longitude | -80.14338 |
| State | Florida |
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Chicago, IL and Fort Lauderdale, FL
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48 km/h) | 45 hours 18 minutes |
| 40 mph (64 km/h) | 33 hours 59 minutes |
| 45 mph (72 km/h) | 30 hours 12 minutes |
| 50 mph (80 km/h) | 27 hours 11 minutes |
| 55 mph (88 km/h) | 24 hours 42 minutes |
| 60 mph (96 km/h) | 22 hours 39 minutes |
| 65 mph (104 km/h) | 20 hours 54 minutes |
| 70 mph (112 km/h) | 19 hours 25 minutes |
| 75 mph (120 km/h) | 18 hours 7 minutes |
| 80 mph (128 km/h) | 16 hours 59 minutes |
| 85 mph (136 km/h) | 15 hours 59 minutes |