Most popular cities to fly to in Florida
If you're heading to Florida, several airports across this part of the United States give you access to different areas of the region. Orlando International Airport and Tampa International Airport serve central Florida, while Miami International Airport and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport cover the south-east.
For the Atlantic coast you can consider Orlando Melbourne International Airport and Jacksonville International Airport, and for the panhandle there is Pensacola International Airport.
If you're travelling to the southern islands, Key West International Airport sits at the end of the chain. Each connects you to a distinct part of Florida.
Top things to see and do in Florida
Florida sits in the south-eastern United States, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. You can explore Miami, where South Beach and the Art Deco district line the coast, before heading to Orlando, home to several large theme parks.
In the south, the Everglades National Park covers wetlands where you can spot alligators and wading birds. Along the Gulf coast, Tampa and St Petersburg offer museums and beaches, while the Florida Keys extend southward towards Key West.
To the north, St Augustine holds Spanish colonial architecture dating from the founding of the city.
The best time to visit Florida
Florida has a subtropical to tropical climate, so timing your trip depends on the balance you want between weather, crowds and cost. Spring, from March to May, ranges from the mid-20s°C in the north to the mid-30s in the south, staying drier until rainfall picks up in May.
Summer brings highs in the high-20s to low-30s°C, high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms. Winter is mild, from the mid-teens°C in the north to low-20s in the south. The shoulder months of March to April and September to October offer pleasant temperatures and smaller crowds.
The cheapest month to fly to Florida
If you are planning a trip to Florida, September is the cheapest month to fly there from the United Kingdom. Florida, in the United States, sits at the end of a journey that takes an average of 9 hours and 3 minutes, so you can expect a full day of travel to reach your destination.
Choosing to travel in September may help you manage the cost of your flight while still allowing time to plan the rest of your trip. Keep the average flight time in mind as you consider your options and arrange your onward connections.
The cheapest UK airport for flights to Florida
If you're planning a trip to Florida, London Gatwick is currently the cheapest airport for flights to the region. Serving destinations across the United States, it provides a practical starting point for reaching Florida from the wider area.
When it comes to carriers, KLM is the most popular airline flying to this part of the United States, giving you a recognised option to consider as you compare your travel plans. Weighing up your departure point alongside the available airlines can help you shape an itinerary that suits both your route and your schedule when heading to Florida.