Fort Lauderdale to Havana Sea Distance Calculator

Calculate the exact nautical distance from Fort Lauderdale, United States to Havana, Cuba. Plan your maritime journey with our professional route calculator.

Distance: 274.8 nm; nautical miles
Under Sail: 2.3 days; at 5 knots
Under Power: 27 hours; at 10 knots
Best Time: December-April; Typical Sailing Season

Distance follows a sea-lane route. Sailing times are estimates at fixed cruising speeds and vary with vessel, weather, and currents.

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Distance: 274.8 nautical miles

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This map shows the direct sea route from Fort Lauderdale to Havana. The actual sailing path may vary based on weather conditions and navigation requirements.

Passage details

This is a moderately indirect coastal passage: the navigable route runs 26% longer than the 218 nm direct line, its heading turning from east to south. It is an international crossing between two countries.

Sea distance: 274.8 nm (508.8 km)
Direct line: 217.8 nm26% longer
Great-circle bearing: 214° (southwest)
Sea area: Caribbean Sea
Geographic extent: 3.0° × 2.7°
Crossing: Cross-border · Same region
From: Fort Lauderdale (United States) 26.1224, -80.1373
To: Havana (Cuba) 23.1136, -82.3666
Route basis: Sea-lane route

Passage timeEstimated passage time by cruising speed
Cruising speed	Duration
5 kn	2.3 days
8 kn	34 hours
10 kn	27 hours
12 kn	23 hours

Distance follows a sea-lane route generated from marine traffic lanes; passage times are computed at fixed cruising speeds.

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Last reviewed 2026-06-17

About Fort Lauderdale to Havana Route

Linking Fort Lauderdale and Havana, this multi-day coastal international crossing connecting two major commercial ports sits in the Caribbean region — a passage shaped by persistent easterly trade winds and lee-shore swells.

The lane links Fort Lauderdale (United States) and Havana (Cuba), within the same maritime region.

Navigation Tips

•A multi-day coastal international passage in the Caribbean region typically requires planning for persistent easterly trade winds and lee-shore swells.
•A multi-day coastal leg in Caribbean benefits from waypoint planning and verified fuel availability.
•Confirm operating hours and clearance procedures for this international crossing within the same maritime region, since rules vary by port.
•Verify that emergency equipment matches the demands of a multi-day coastal leg in Caribbean.
•Documentation requirements differ for international passages within the same maritime region; verify cruising permits in advance.