Airport Comparison
| FLL | TVL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport | Lake Tahoe Airport |
| IATA Code | FLL | TVL |
| ICAO Code | KFLL | KTVL |
| City | Fort Lauderdale | South Lake Tahoe |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 65 ft | 6,268 ft |
| Coordinates | 26.070000, -80.150000 | 38.890000, -120.000000 |
Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to South Lake Tahoe (TVL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (FLL) in Fort Lauderdale, United States to Lake Tahoe Airport (TVL) in South Lake Tahoe, United States is 3,963 kilometers (2,463 miles / 2,140 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 301°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 3-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 13:05 in Fort Lauderdale, it's 10:05 in South Lake Tahoe. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,203 feet between the two airports. Lake Tahoe Airport sits higher than Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from South Lake Tahoe (TVL) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) follows a heading of 99° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Lake Tahoe Airport (TVL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.