Mexico City to Fort Lauderdale (MEX–FLL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
MEX–FLL has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators. 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Fort Lauderdale from Mexico City
| Metric | MEX→FLL | TLC→FLL |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from MEX | – | 33 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 3 |
| Weekly flights | – | 1 |
| Flight time | 2h 41m | 2h 58m |
Travel Essentials
MEX: CST · FLL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Mexico City, it's 8:00 PM in Fort Lauderdale.
Mexican passport holders need a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. The visa is obtained through a US embassy or consulate and requires an in-person interview. B1/B2 visas are typically issued for 10 years with stays of up to 6 months per entry.
For land crossings within the border zone, a Border Crossing Card (BCC) is an alternative. The BCC costs USD 185 and is valid for 10 years. It allows entry up to 25 miles from the border in Texas and California, or 55 miles in New Mexico and Arizona. Travel by air or beyond the border zone requires a full B1/B2 visa with a valid passport.
Mexico City Metro Line B runs from Buenavista station to Pantitlán, then transfer to Line 5 to Terminal Aérea (Terminal 1); total about 45–60 minutes (MXN$7). Metrobús Line 4 connects Buenavista to the airport more directly (MXN$12, 30–40 min). Both are safe and reliable for travelers with minimal luggage.Authorized airport taxis (Taxi Ejecutivo or TICO) must be purchased inside the terminal; do not take street taxis. Rates to the Zona Rosa/Centro are MXN$200–300. Uber is permitted from city to airport. The airport is just 5km from the Zócalo but traffic can make the journey 30–60 minutes.
Shared shuttle vans to Miami Beach hotels run $20–30 per person. Ride-shares to Fort Lauderdale downtown cost $15–25; to Miami Beach, expect $35–55.Brightline high-speed rail from FLL station (1.5 miles, free airport shuttle) reaches Miami in 30 minutes ($10–17) and West Palm Beach in 40 minutes. Car rental facilities are in the Rental Car Center accessed via shuttle from the terminals. Taxis are metered.
Tropical climate with year-round warmth (20–32°C). Dry season (November–April) is peak tourism with clear skies and low humidity. Wet season (May–October) brings daily afternoon thunderstorms and hurricane risk. Flights are most disruption-prone June through September.
Temperatures rarely drop below 12°C in winter. Humidity is high in summer. Tropical storms can cause multi-day disruptions when they make landfall nearby. August through October carries the highest storm risk.
MEX–FLL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MEX to FLL
Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) and Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
MEX to FLL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MEX to FLL is about 2 hours 41 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,288 miles (2,073 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Cancún, Tampa and George Bush Intercontinental. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Toluca (TLC).