Updated: June 1, 2020

Coronavirus Advisories

A Message from CEO/Aviation Director Mark E. Gale 

Read the latest message from CEO/Aviation Director Mark Gale about how Broward County's Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is preparing to welcome guests back as steps to reopen the U.S. economy continue in conjunction with ongoing efforts to combat COVID-19.   

Our recently-launched "FLLy Safer, FLLy Smarter, FLLy Better" campaign highlights some of the initiatives underway at FLL to prepare for travelers' return.   

Airport Operations Updates

FLL remains open for business and flights are operating, however, airlines have adjusted schedules. For flight updates or cancellations, travelers should contact their carrier directly.

Please be advised of the following impacts and closures due to COVID-19:

Travel restrictions:  

• Travel from Brazil:  Effective 11:59 PM on May 26, 2020, until further notice, President Donald Trump has suspended entry into the U.S. of any foreign national or Brazilian who was present in Brazil during the 14-day period preceding entry or attempted entry into the United States due to the continued rise in the rate of COVID-19 infections in Brazil.  It does not apply to U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents.  This proclamation does not restrict flights from Brazil to the United States.  Read more about this new restriction in the federal proclamation or fact sheet.

• Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Executive Order 20-80 and Executive Order 20-86: As of late March 2020,  all passengers arriving from the northeastern United States (New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut) and the State of Louisiana are required to self-quarantine for 14 days to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 per Florida Governor's Executive Order. Florida Department of Health representatives will screen arriving passengers with a questionnaire and collect contact information in the event a follow-up is required. The Florida National Guard and Broward Sheriff's Office will assist with the operation.

Key Airline/Flight Updates

JetBlue Airways: 

• Starting May 4, 2020, all JetBlue passengers must wear a face covering while traveling, including during check-in, boarding, in-flight, as well as during deplaning, the airline announced late on April 27. Learn more here.
  
• Starting April 15, 2020, JetBlue plans to consolidate flight operations in Boston, Los Angeles, New York City, San Francisco, and Washington D.C. through June 30, as a result of low travel demand due to coronavirus. The airline will continue to serve one or two airports in these metro areas to meet essential travel needs. If your travel plans are impacted by this measure, contact JetBlue for rebooking options on other flights, or to request a refund or credit for future travel.

Spirit Airlines:

• Starting Monday, May 11, passengers will be required to wear face coverings when traveling with the airline. 
  
• Effective April 1, 2020, Spirit Airlines is temporarily suspending flights to/from FLL to New York LaGuardia (LGA), Newark (EWR), Niagara Falls (IAG), and Plattsburgh (PBG) airports until at least May 4. Spirit said the decision is in response to the CDC travel advisory warning against all non-essential travel to and from New York, Connecticut, and New Jersey due to the COVID-19 coronavirus. Please contact the airline's COVID-19 Information Center for more information if your travel plans are impacted.

Southwest Airlines:

• Face coverings or masks will be required for customers starting May 11.
  
• For flight updates related to COVID-19, click here.
  

Delta Air Lines:

• Effective May 4, Delta will require customers to wear appropriate face coverings when traveling with the airline. 
  
• Travel Update Center: Coronavirus Regional Restrictions.
  

American Airlines:

• Starting May 11, American will require passengers to wear face coverings while onboard its aircraft.
  

Concessions:

• Currently, many restaurants, retail stores, and bars at FLL have temporarily closed until further notice due to the significant decline in passenger traffic. For those that remain open, operating hours may have been adjusted to reflect the decrease in travelers. See the Dine + Shop directory for more details.

Parking: 

Security: 

Broward County Aviation Department's Response to COVID-19

The Broward County Aviation Department (BCAD) continues to work closely with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Broward County Public Health Officials to monitor the developments of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). BCAD is conducting daily update calls with Broward County Emergency Management Division and in contact with airport stakeholders, as well as local and federal partners. Additionally, in unison with Broward County, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is in monitoring and initial readiness mode. The Aviation Department has a response plan in place for FLL, which will be activated in the event an infected individual is identified at the airport.

BCAD is playing its part to plan for and mitigate potential impacts of COVID-19 at FLL and North Perry Airport (HWO) as our primary goal is the safety and well being of our guests and employees.

FLL passengers are encouraged to check with their airline for the latest travel and flight advisories.

Preventive Measures Underway at FLL:

Ways to Protect Yourself:

• Wash your hands with soap and water often for 20 seconds
•  If soap is not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick

Steps to Protect Others: 

• Stay home if you are feeling sick
  
• Cover coughs and sneezes
• Wear a facemask if you are sick
  
• Clean and disinfect hard surfaces and objects regularly household cleaning
• If you have concerns about being exposed to COVID-19, please call 954-412-7300 before traveling to any Broward County-based health care facility. 
  

Frequently Asked Questions:

Effective Friday, March 13, 2020, Americans returning from all restricted countries are required to travel through one of 13 U.S. airports with enhanced screening procedures in place, according to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. 

For more information about the Coronavirus, please visit:

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Florida Department of Health - 24-Hour Hotline: 866-779-6121
Florida Department of Health in Broward County
U.S. Department of State
Broward County Coronavirus Information
Port Everglades Information
Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau Information