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Last Updated: September 2020







Coronavirus Advisories



A Message from CEO/Aviation Director Mark E. Gale



Read the latest message from CEO/Aviation Director Mark Gale to learn about key summer updates at Broward County's Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and ongoing efforts to combat the spread of COVID-19. As the fall season nears, FLL is continuing its enhanced cleaning and sanitizing regimen to maintain a safe and healthy airport environment for both employees and travelers. In keeping with these efforts, airport officials continue to remind everyone to wear face coverings when inside the airport and Rental Car Center, and to practice social distancing and CDC recommended handwashing hygiene tips.

We have posted various messages on terminal entrance doors, inside elevators, Flight Information Display screens, social media, and on the airport's public address system informing visitors and employees of FLL's face mask requirement. Additionally, our recently-launched "FLLy Safer, FLLy Smarter, FLLy Better" campaign highlights several other initiatives implemented airport-wide to prepare for travelers' return.





Airport Face Covering Requirement



















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 restrictions resulting from COVID-19:

Travel restrictions:

Several U.S. states and international destinations have implemented travel restrictions for incoming visitors as the world continues to battle the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. As such, guests traveling from FLL should consult their airline as well as the official websites of the U.S. state/city or international destination they are planning to visit to get the latest travel alerts and protocols in advance of their intended travel dates. Here is a sample of restrictions and travel notices currently in place:



Key Airline/Flight Updates



The majority of U.S. airlines, if not all, now require passengers to wear appropriate face coverings while at the airport and during flight. Here's a listing of face mask rules from FLL's top six carriers:



JetBlue Airways:



Effective August 10, 2020, JetBlue's updated policy will require all travelers ages 2 years and older to wear face coverings over their nose and mouth throughout their journey, including during check-in, boarding, while in flight and deplaning. Masks with vents or exhalation valves are not permitted. Plastic face shields may be worn in addition to a face covering, but not in place of one. Customers with conditions that prevent them from wearing one should postpone travel until this temporary requirement is no longer in place



As of May 4, 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.



Spirit Airlines:

**Updated** Spirit requires appropriate face coverings to be worn while at the airport, on the jet bridge, and onboard the aircraft. The only exception to this policy is children under age 2. Guests who are unable to wear an appropriate face covering for any reason, including medical, will not be permitted to travel with Spirit at this time. The airline will continue to evaluate this policy as the situation evolves.



Starting Monday, May 11, passengers will be required to wear face coverings when traveling with the airline.



For more updates, visit the airline's COVID-19 Information Center.



Southwest Airlines:

Face coverings or masks are required for customers since May 11.



For flight updates related to COVID-19, click here.



Delta Air Lines:



Read the latest summer updates to Delta's face covering protocols for airline passengers



Travel Update Center: Coronavirus Regional Restrictions.



American Airlines:



In late July, American updated its policy requiring passengers to wear face coverings while onboard its aircraft.



United :



Effective July 22, United expanded its rules concerning the wearing of facial coverings during travel and while on its planes.



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/Shuttles:

Courtesy Terminal-to-Terminal Shuttle Service: The courtesy shuttle bus service that runs between the terminals is temporarily suspended until further notice due to ongoing COVID-19 impacts. To move safely between the terminals, airport passengers and visitors can either use the curbside walkways or parking garage walking trail (follow ground-level directional arrows) or hop on a parking garage tram. The shuttle buses between the Rental Car Center and the terminals remain operational.

Curbside Valet: As of March 18, valet parking services were temporarily suspended at the there drop-off locations at FLL until further notice. Arriving passengers with vehicles currently in valet parking can still retrieve them curbside upon their return.



Employee Parking: The airport's employee shuttle bus service was temporarily halted on March 19, and employee parking relocated on-site in the Cypress Garage until further notice. Employees can now park in Levels 7, 8, and 9.



Security:



Transportation Security Administration (TSA) : For passenger screening checkpoint opening hours, click here.



: For passenger screening checkpoint opening hours, click here. U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP) : Effective September 8, 2020, the CBP has resumed operations at Trusted Traveler Program enrollment centers after temporarily suspending services on March 20 t o minimize exposure of CBP personnel and the public to COVID-19.

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:



Placing hand sanitizers throughout the four terminals and Rental Car Center

Cleaning and disinfecting frequently touched surfaces such as handrails, elevator buttons, and door handles

Regular cleansing of security checkpoints and restrooms



Overnight deep cleaning of the security checkpoints, hold rooms, passenger boarding bridges, and other areas in the terminals



Supplying airport-operated passenger and employee shuttles with sanitizing wipes

Posting CDC preventive steps in airport restrooms on ways to help stop the spread of germs, including frequent washing of hands

Airport public service announcement with coronavirus preventive tips and similar messaging on terminal flight information display screens

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 face covering when out in public and interacting with others



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:

Is the airport open? Yes, FLL is open for business, and flights are operating.

What is the airport doing to screen arriving passengers? Currently, there aren’t any COVID-19 passenger screening protocols for domestic flights at FLL. Arriving international passengers are visually inspected by U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP), but this does not include a temperature check. CBP is conducting enhanced screening on arriving international passengers at 13 selected airports. FLL is not one of them. Please note the travel restrictions for Brazil noted above. BCAD, which operates FLL, is doing everything possible to maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment for our passengers and employees to prevent the spread of the virus. Follow the preventive healthcare guidelines from the CDC to protect yourself and others from exposure to this illness.

What are the current procedures for U.S. citizens/residents returning from restricted areas in Europe or China?

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.



The designated airports are:



Boston-Logan International Airport (BOS), Massachusetts

Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD), Illinois

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), Texas

Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW), Michigan

Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), Hawaii



Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), Georgia

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), New York

Los Angeles International Airport, (LAX), California



Miami International Airport (MIA), Florida

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), New Jersey

San Francisco International Airport (SFO), California

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), Washington





What time do you recommend arriving at the airport for my flight? Is it busier than usual because of COVID-19? Washington-Dulles International Airport (IAD), Virginia Please contact your airline directly for check-in times, cancellations, or flight updates. Usually, we recommend that passengers arrive two hours before a domestic flight and three hours before an international flight; however, due to COVID-19 impacts, normal guidelines may change. The airlines are experiencing high call volumes, so only contact them within 48-72 hours before your scheduled time.





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

Brand USA (VisittheUSA.com) COVID-19 Travel Guidelines

Broward County Coronavirus Information

Port Everglades Information

Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau Information









