Heightened sanitation
Daily cleaning, installation of cabin HEPA filters on flights to Florida
Entry restrictions
The United States has restricted the entry of all foreign nationals who have passed through or have been in China, Iran, Most European Countries (Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Monaco, San Marino, Vatican City), the UK, Ireland, Brazil and South Africa in the past 14 days.
With the exception of certain travelers which includes certain family members of US citizens or permanent residents including; spouses, children (under the age of 21), parents (provided that his/her US citizen or permanent resident child is unmarried and under the age of 21), and siblings (provided that both the sibling and the US citizen or permanent resident are unmarried and under the age of 21);
There is also an exception for travelers with the following visas: A-1, A-2, C-1, C-1/D, C-2, C-3, CR-1, CR-2, D, E-1 (as an employee of TECRO or TECO or the employee's immediate family members), G-1, G-2, G-3, G-4, IR-1, IR-4, IH-4, NATO-1 through NATO-4, or NATO-6 visa;
Members of the US Armed Forces, spouses, and children of members of the US Armed Forces;
Travelers with invitation of the USA government for a purpose related to the containment/mitigation of the Coronavirus (COVID-19);
Travelers with documents issued by the US Department of Homeland Security, US Customs and Border Protection, or US Department of State indicating that the traveler is exempt from the restriction;
B1 crew crewmembers that are engaged in lightering, Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) activity, wind farm activity, private air/sea crew and other similar crewmember activities;
Students with an F-1 or M-1 visa and their F-2 and M-2 dependents, if they arrive from or have been in Ireland, the UK or Schengen Area in the past 14 days.
Entry requirements
All travelers, 2 years of age or older (including US citizens and transit passenger) must present a negative COVID-19 viral or antigen test result issued 72 hours prior to departure or have a proof of recovery from the virus within the last 90 days prior to boarding the plane.
Travelers must complete a disclosure and attestation form before departure.
Exemptions or waiver to the testing requirements may be granted by the CDC on an extremely limited basis when emergency travel (like an emergency medical evacuation) must occur to preserve someone’s life, health against a serious danger, or physical safety and testing cannot be completed before travel.
US citizens and permanent residents arriving from the UK must present a medical certificate with a negative COVID-19 PCR or antigen test result issued within 72 hours prior to departure.
Travelers arriving in New York State must complete the Traveler Health Form.
Travelers arriving in Massachusetts must complete the Massachusetts Health Form.
Quarantine requirements
Travelers are advised to get tested 3-5 days after travel and stay home and self-quarantine for 7 days after travel. Even if they test negative, they must still stay home and self-quarantine for the full 7 days. If the test is positive, isolate to protect others from getting infected.??
Travelers who did not get tested, are advised to stay home and self-quarantine for 10 days after travel.?
All other info
Travelers are subject to COVID-19 measures set by the state/territory of their final destination. For more information go to CDC website.
There are currently 1,105 active cases of COVID-19 diagnosed in US and 0 deaths as of Mar 2 2021
Please see our Coronavirus (COVID-19) Travel Restrictions page for more information on restrictions worldwide.
JetBlue, United Airlines and Air Canada have waived their change and cancellation fees on flights to Florida. Confirm policies on booking site.
Alitalia, LATAM Airlines and Delta do not allow booking a middle seat on flights to Florida.
An average nonstop flight from the United States to Florida takes 2h 52m, covering a distance of 1125 miles. The most popular route is New York - Miami with an average flight time of 3h 00m.
The cheapest ticket to Florida from the United States found in the last 72 hours was $14 one-way, and $28 round-trip. The most popular route is New York John F Kennedy Intl to Miami and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $61.
JetBlue, Delta & American Airlines fly the most frequently from the United States to Florida.
Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular destination is Miami (26% of total searches to Florida). The next most popular destinations are Fort Lauderdale (23%) and Orlando (17%). Searches for flights to Tampa (9%), to Fort Myers (6%) and to West Palm Beach (5%) are also popular.
The best airport for those visiting Disney World is the Orlando International Airport, from which you can take the complimentary bus "Disney’s Magical Express" straight to the hotels at the Disney World Resort. The bus must be booked in advance.
Miami International Airport (MIA) is the closest to Miami’s city center and is where most major airlines fly into. If your goal is to have a short commute from the airport to the city center, then this airport is the best option, but keep in mind that it’s also one of the busiest airports. Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport, on the other hand, is smaller and not as crowded, but it has fewer options of airlines that fly there, and it’s a 40m drive to Miami’s city center.
Passengers for cruises departing from Port Everglades should fly into Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Not only is it the closest airport to the cruise ship port and the city center, but the airport partners with the cruise lines to aid passengers in transit from the flight to the cruise. Those services include a cruise line employee who will meet you at baggage claim, as well as transportation to and from the cruise.
The closest airport in Florida to the Everglades National Park is the Miami International Airport 30m away. After arriving at the airport, you can rent a car or book a shuttle service to travel to one of the entrances of the park. The Shark Valley Visitor Center is the entrance to the park closest to the airport (45m).
KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a given destination and date is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.
Scores according to KAYAK customer reviews
Pros: "Nothing. I didn’t get to fly and service are check in area was a disaster."
Cons: "On the itinerary my last name was missing an o and they did allow for a name correction."
Cons: "Awesome"
Cons: "JFK..... horrible"
Cons: "Cabin temp was too cold"
Pros: "nothing"
Cons: "unwelcoming staff and unhelpful"
Pros: "the attention of the staff"
Cons: "La turbulencia"
Pros: "Timely, attentive, friendly."
Cons: "Too hot in Florida, maybe turn on the A/C next time lol"
Pros: "On time"
Cons: "Need improve about the food"
Pros: "The fast, efficient and courteous staff made me feel I was flying with well-trained attendants."
Pros: "Very nice and professional hostesses."
Cons: "Sound was not great in purchased headphones."
Cons: "Too short layover in HK and too long layover in JFK."
Pros: "The overall experience was good."
Cons: "Too many people bring too many carry on bags on the plane. By the time we (wife, son, and self) board the plane there are no spaces available for us overhead. Our entire row was taken by other people. JetBlue needs to figure out a better solution to eliminate this nonsense. People bring too much and too large of bags."
Pros: "Not much turbulence and I was surprised we made it in under 4 hours and was able to make the Metrolink Train’s last commute for the day."
Pros: "Everyone was really nice ..."
Cons: "Another plane mechanical issue causing another delay of over 2 hours."
Pros: "Nothing only wifi was there ...rest everything pathetic"
Cons: "Our whole baggage cane out broken"
Cons: "Lack of customer service experience"
Pros: "The snack options were great."
Cons: "The headphone jack was broken at my seat. They just need to check them regularly."
Pros: "Steward service was awful. Took a trip from JFK to Austin, 3 hours, and never was served one beverage. I asked 3 times and they always forgot."
Cons: "Nothing"
Pros: "The staff"
Cons: "Never leave on time. Always sitting on plane forever"
Pros: "Nice and lovely crow"
Cons: "N/A"
Pros: "On time"
Cons: "Pricey coming back"
Cons: "The waiting for a seat assignment on a confirmed flighg!"
Pros: "Everything"
Cons: "Nothing to eat"
Pros: "The easy breezy"
Cons: "Nothing not to like"
Pros: "The usual JetBlue friendly, comfortable, and on time experience. Best of the bunch for economy to St Martin."
Cons: "Best of the bunch, but that’s not saying much for economical air travel in the US in 2018."
Cons: "late departure"
Pros: "Exceptional, as retired military, the representative made a special notification for retired military to board. Would like to thank them for the recognition."
Pros: "Todo bien y muy rápido"
Cons: "Delay"
Pros: "The attendants were very friendly and accomodating. I have been travelling jetblue for seventeen years when flights to Buffalo was $49. I love jetblue."
Pros: "Was my 1st x w/JetBlue.... all was good, but u guys EVEN sell the head phones ??? OMG....FREE w/my airline UNITED..."
Cons: "The sale L the minor thiings....pillows, blankets, headphones ???? WOW..... SAD......"
Cons: "Unable to turn off the movie screening"
Pros: "Same"
Cons: "Same"
Pros: "great"
Pros: "all around great"
Cons: "no problems"
Pros: "I liked that I was somewhat accommodated."
Cons: "I didn't like that I had to pay for a seat that I did not want because there was a mix up"
Pros: "Free food."
Cons: "Wrong sandwich. Soggy sandwich. Sound was scratchy. Movies need closed caption option."
Pros: "Good"
Cons: "N/a"
Pros: "Not much. No room"
Cons: "C above"
Pros: "Satisfied"
Cons: "Seating"
Pros: "Sorry but there was nothing to complain about. No bitchin here."
Pros: "Communication, space"
Cons: "Boarding process needs more work. Boarding announcements need to be loud and clear."
Cons: "no ticket at airport i did not fly."
Pros: "Always pleased with JetBlue"
Pros: "Absolute BS"
Cons: "Delay 2 hrs"
Cons: "There is always some kind of delay with this company. The very worse."
Cons: "With so many empty seats on the front. They decided to crunch everyone in the back without the minimal distance requested for social distancing. Very disappointed. Social distance is not practiced at AA as in Delta. Very sad. Will remember that next time I book a flight."
Pros: "Me rompieron el equipaje"
Pros: "The seat was comfortable, and the cabin in First Class was clean"
Cons: "I’m a big guy so using the tray table to eat was very uncomfortable and almost didn’t work at all"
Pros: "The crew was very attentive and friendly."
Cons: "I would have like to leave on time."
Cons: "No entertainment system, tight seats"
Pros: "Nothing"
Cons: "No complementary snacks. Flight delayed for several hours. Customer service personnel not helpful in changing flights"
Pros: "Yes"
Cons: "Dunno"
Pros: "Modern aircraft."
Cons: "Leg room, especially for a 6’3 person in the middle seat."
Cons: "Holding back the departing passengers so those with connections could exit first"
Pros: "Calm no crowd organized and perfect"
Cons: "Umm"
Cons: "My transfer was supposed to be from JFK, but when I arrived a staff told me to take a taxi and go to LaGardia airport. Nobody apologized neither explained why I had to go there. Instead from leaving New York at 5.25 pm the flight was delayed to 8.30 pm. Horrible flight with angry employees"
Cons: "They left my bags behind and told me they weren’t even checked in Worst customer service ever"
Cons: "The seats were small and I’m 5’3"
Pros: "Why do I get asked 3x times if I am ready able to assist with a verbal yes. I get asked at baggage check in, again when I board by gate agent, and then again by flight crew. Is this FAA regulations to ask 3 Times?"
Cons: "Ask me 1 time"
Pros: "The econ plus/premium econ seats were pretty comfy! I wish I had used miles to book first class, as this plane had a dope 1st cabin."
Cons: "Well, pretty much everything but the actual seats. The service was...well, you can't really call it service. Gate staff lied about the status of the plane, updating the boarding time to 10 minutes and then announcing that the plane was still in the hangar. Passengers would have been much happier to hear the truth of a 2h delay so that we could get food/drink. Instead we had 2h worth of promises that the plane was leaving in 10 mins. No effort was made at being nice--no free snacks or whatever would be nice to make people feel cared for. But what's worse was the flight attendants. I don't even feel like getting into it--just suffice to say these are people who should not be working in the service industry. I saw them being rude to a number of people and it made an already bad experience (with the 2h delay) that much worse. It's not that hard to be polite to people. AA should do more to hire caring, kind staff who create happy vibes even through stressful times."
Pros: "Fast check in"
Cons: "Unfriendly airhostesses, I asked fir a blanket as it was freezing but refused to bring me one"
Pros: "The pilot and co-pilot took the time to answer my question about turbulence. They were very friendly. I appreciated that."
Cons: "There is insufficient legroom in coach, especially when the passenger in front of me reclines."
Pros: "We didn't crash"
Cons: "The crew met their requirements. I dont think you’ll survive they dont go beyond."
Cons: "Terrible"
Cons: "They ruined our luggage and grease all over it"
Pros: "AA people are better to talk to and are trying to locate bags but still not successful"
Cons: "Whole experience is nerve racking"
Cons: "Lost money traveling and moving offered to snake up for it."
Cons: "I am STILL in Chicago :("
Cons: "They misplaced my luggage and it did not arrive in Boston"
Pros: "Almost everything. Only the food was lacking. I like their new planes. The outlet at the seat in coach. The magazine options at the seat as well. I did not look at the entertainment so I will not rate that. The crew was professional."
Cons: "Just the food options. Ginger snaps was what was served for food and a beverage. I suppose this is what obtains on most airlines these days but can't I hope for something more like maybe a sandwich? AA has the opportunity to set themselves apart in this area."
Pros: "On time, no problems, free food"
Cons: "3 & 3 configuration"
Pros: "Viaje de regreso a Panamá estuvo mucho más confortable"
Cons: "El avión de ida a Miami, muy básico."
Pros: "Movies, clean, efficient"
Cons: "Paying of my small Checked bag"
Cons: "There was no individual entertainment on board (TV’s, internet, etc)"
Cons: "Ok"
Pros: "We barely made our connecting flight."
Cons: "Flight delayed nearly an hour due to crew not showing up on time. Crew blocked aisle as passengers were boarding. Crew did not assist people who needed to make connecting flights by keeping other passengers from blocking the aisle after landing.. Airline did not seem to care about all the chaos caused by being so late."
Pros: "Friendly staff."
Cons: "The employees treated me poorly"
Pros: "The fly departed on time"
Pros: "Cookie hehehh"
Pros: "Snacks"
Cons: "It really wasn't "On-Time", but you couldn't tell that from the monitors. (I'm sure you like to keep your statistics "clean", but they shouldn't be dishonest.) A TSA? agent had us initially wait in a long incorrect line after we picked up our passport scanner sheets even though we told her we had a tight connection. Afterwards, she moved us along with a few others. That line could have swamped us!"
Cons: "The seats were very uncomfortable"
Pros: "Their service is useless. Processes are in need of a major overhaul. They have become too big for themselves and have not adopted the customer-centric value that prevailing companies have incorporated and are implementing. I predict that they will not be around in the next 10 years if changes are not made."
Cons: "Kayak should be more particular who they partner up with as being more selective will bring more value to your brand."
Pros: "Fast once we were airborne"
Cons: "Delay without explanation, then sitting on tarmac for 40 minutes."
Pros: "Good Airplane"
Cons: "Delays and baggage delayed"
Cons: "No headset for entertainment"
Pros: "The boarding process was easy and the seats were extra comfortable"
Cons: "Nothing"
Pros: "Everything was crew, drinks and the flight was great!"
Pros: "Nothing"
Pros: "I have had the most uncomfortable seat ever. It felt like there was a huge ball under my seat."
Pros: "Nice Jet."
Cons: "During boarding, we were pulled out of the line. The attendant that diverted us did not explain why he diverted us. Our boarding passes were printed by our hotel as were many others that we saw. We went to a desk where another individual started asking question about our life and where we were going. Still, no one thought it was necessary to explain what part of the process or what exactly is going on. The man that diverted us, I'll bet, does not have reasons or any idea why he diverted us. I hate to think that he did it because we were Black Americans."
Pros: "Not one thing"
Cons: "Ancient aircraft Bad food No wifi No chargers Seat won't incline Seats were falling apart"
Pros: "Free upgrade to domestic first class was awesome."
Cons: "Food was meh."
Pros: "The crew was great"
Cons: "No info. Why it was delayed. No apologies. No free drinks, nothing. Delayed 2 hours."
Pros: "No one at chi O’Hare knows Frontier is now at international departures so cab drivers ride share drops off at wrong terminal. International terminal negates tsa pre"
Cons: "See above"
Pros: "The price was very affordable. They operate out of airports near me (MCO)."
Cons: "The seat cushions were extremely thin and uncomfortable. I paid extra for the exit row only to discover that the seat didn’t recline. I wish Frontier had revealed this detail before I upgraded."
Pros: "Nothing"
Cons: "Overservug drunk girls, 7 hr delay"
Cons: "Customer service"
Pros: "Low price, good communication through texts and emails."
Cons: "The cabin was just toooooo cold."
Pros: "Service was great and one of the stewardess’ was quick to move me to an open seat when it was available."
Cons: "Seat"
Cons: "Late boarding and take off.... lost 40 min"
Cons: "Delayed on landing for 25 mins"
Cons: "Check in counter opening for such a short period get very inconvenient"
Pros: "Cheap and valuable"
Pros: "Great people"
Cons: "The plane wasn’t very clean"
Pros: "Check in online was easy and gate boarding a breeze, and even got a seat upgrade... THANK YOU!!!"
Cons: "Having to wait to drop off bags in terminal counter rather than curb drop off for those that have the online check in"
Pros: "I could fly out of Colorado Springs vs Denver"
Cons: "Seat space, lack of complementary snacks"
Cons: "Flights were delayed by more than 3 hours"
Pros: "Best treatment of military personal."
Cons: "Boarding was a bit chaotic."
Pros: "The chairs were very uncomfortable."
Cons: "No wifi"
Pros: "Nothing"
Cons: "Had to wait for almost 8 hours to bored"
Pros: "Price"
Cons: "Uncomfortable"
Pros: "Efficient"
Pros: "Nothing."
Cons: "Frontier sucks. Long weights, terrible customer service. I will never book through a 3rd party ever again."
Pros: "the announcer actually gave himself a personality and sense of humor rather than just giving the normal speeches"
Cons: "give a free snack or free beverage that isn't water or something"
Pros: "The day went very smooth from start to finish and I got to the airport ."
Cons: "I didn't like the fact that I had to pay $90 for my carry-on and one bag"
Pros: "Everyone was very friendly n helpful"
Cons: "A++++"
Pros: "Price"
Cons: "Everything is charged for: seat selection, carry-ons, drinks and snacks, even water. Beware!"
Pros: "I had a medical emergency onboard and the captain took steps to make sure that medical attention was there when we landed. He also said hello. I really appreciated that!"
Pros: "Price"
Cons: "No food or drink"
Pros: "Excellent price and an overall smooth process. The Frontier app has gotten a lot better and I'd like to continue seeing improvements."
Cons: "For the price you can't really complain, but it'd be nice if pretzels were handed out for free and maybe have a few magazines in the seat backs. A few small improvements would go a long way."
Pros: "Courteous staff and easy boarding on he brand new plane!"
Cons: "You have to pay for any food or drink on the plane."
Pros: "Very comfortable ride and spacious"
Pros: "Nothing good, bad baggage handling experience, miss commitment. Overall it was pretty bad."
Cons: "Delayed and delayed. Almost three hours"
Pros: "You know what you are getting when you book"
Cons: "Customer service is awful."
Pros: "Boarding was organized. The plane was clean. Staff were courteous."
Pros: "Quick easy loading"
Cons: "Very cramped!"
Cons: "Held up an entire plane for an extra hour to accommodate 6 passengers running late. Instead of holding up an entire plane maybe make 6 people wait."
Pros: "Clean environment. Friendly staff."
Pros: "A good first experience"
Pros: "There was major delays departing and arriving. Also the plane is super uncomfortable. I would recommend everyone to fly sun country instead (similar prices)"
Cons: "Nothing"
Cons: "Seat cushions very uncomfortable"
Pros: "Everything"
Cons: "Nothing"
Pros: "Me gusto que es factible"
Cons: "Que me ivan a cobrar 40 dollares por mi maleta de mano. Cuando se supone que sea gratis"
Pros: "Nothing"
Cons: "Nothing"
Cons: "Denver did not have TSA Precheck and Orlando took 45 min to send checked luggage to baggage claim."
Pros: "2 hours to get luggage in Denver and a 2-1/2 delay to Orlando"
Cons: "Delayed twice then cancelled without any available flights until after Christmas."
Pros: "Nothing"
Cons: "Couldnt even get to fly, i was in line for 4 hours on the special services line"
Cons: "They let me paid for my carry on $65 .00"
Cons: "Always delays"
Pros: "Nothing"
Cons: "Everything. The plane was late. Delayed."
Pros: "None"
Cons: "Terrible services"
Cons: "Delayed for 2 and half hour"
Pros: "Is spensive"
Cons: "The staff was rude and not sensitive to people’s needs"
Cons: "Both flights on my trip were delayed, and not by a bit."
Pros: "Spirit is a nickle and dime operation, with very uncomfortable seating"
Cons: "The people at the airport when people check out maybe my son that he book my fly give my wrong birthday so the lady in the counter ask me for my ID she said u birthday is wrong donth do it anymore I said my son book the fly because I was in the hospital Trinidas w my brother dying and I was nervios booking my fly she was very arrogant and cold she was mad at me I said Im sorry and she said next and I move toward the gate very sad"
Cons: "No good or Wi-Fi"
Pros: "Very friendly staff. Efficient & clean"
Cons: "Limited space , over priced food and drink"
Pros: "Sheets did not decline could not eat peanuts because a kid on the plane had an allergy"
Cons: "Sheets did not decline could not eat peanuts because a kid on the plane had an allergy"
Pros: "Nothing"
Cons: "They scam you into buying everything."
Pros: "Very professional"
Cons: "Everyone of the staff were kind and courteous"
Cons: "Lot of noisy customers but Spirit does a good job"
Cons: "No snakes."
Pros: "I liked everything"
Cons: "My luggage price was high"
Cons: "Rude workers and delayed 1 hour"
Cons: "Over all I had nice experience"
Pros: "Good price. Only a little late"
Cons: "Boarding is a joke. We shared seat assignments with another couple. How?!?"
Cons: "Nunca me permitieron abordar y me cancelaron el segundo vuelo"
Cons: "Horrible"
Cons: "Baggage policy is a rip off"
Pros: "Nothing."
Cons: "All."
Cons: "Too much information/forms while checking in and have to pay for luggage which is expensive."
Pros: "Nothing"
Cons: "All. Price too high for kind of service"
Cons: "It's too bad. When I buy the ticket you must showing them. I never know about that. Why I need pay over$50 a small baggage?"
Pros: "Price"
Cons: "Everything else"
Pros: "Nothing"
Cons: "The charges for my carry on were ridiculous. Never never again will I fly with Spirit."
Pros: "absolutely NOTHING"
Cons: "hidden in basement, ripoff on baggage $109 for 1 carry and 1 checked, then remove 5lbs from checked to reduce wt.then delayed 3 hr"
Pros: "nothing"
Cons: "bag fees boarding pass fees"
Pros: "Plane wing tip said howdy. Few was great"
Cons: "Looking back it was what I expected. Great for short flights"
Pros: "spirit UNOS asaltantes NOOO NUNCA MAS"
Pros: "Nothing"
Cons: "The trip was cancelled. Never again spirit. Never again."
Pros: "Fast service hilarious staff"
Cons: "The cost for a carry on was $55 and to check it in was $50. I thought it would be better to check in my small carry on - mistake! The baggage claim was very disorganized and took about 20 mins to get my bag."
Cons: "Cancelled flighr never will buy tickets for friends or myself on spirit"
Pros: "Staff"
Cons: "Comfort"
Pros: "Late late late"
Cons: "Late latw late"
Pros: "Funny attendants"
Cons: "Nothing"
Pros: "All services"
Pros: "Just what i need from traveling."
Pros: "I liked the staff. They made it seem easy"
Cons: "The $55 carry on fee that springs up out of nowhere. Not cool"
Pros: "Nothing"
Cons: "Thought I was gonna die. So many bumps shaking constantly"
Pros: "No sirve mui malo"
Cons: "No sirve mui malo"
Pros: "Punctual"
Pros: "Nothing"
Cons: "Every thing what's awful"
Airlines flying to Florida have enacted additional safety measures and adjusted policies to better accommodate travelers. Policies vary by airline.
Heightened sanitation
Daily cleaning, installation of cabin HEPA filters on flights to Florida
Mandatory masks
Masks required on board, masks provided on flights to Florida
Social distancing seating
Middle seats unavailable to book on flights to Florida
Pre-flight testing
Testing for antibodies, testing for symptoms for flights to Florida
Flexible cancellations
Waiving of change fees. Search flexible flights to Florida