Mérida to Fort Lauderdale (MID–FLL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
While no nonstop service exists between MID and FLL, connecting options are available through 16 hubs.
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Fort Lauderdale from Mérida
| Metric | MID→FLL | CZM→FLL | CUN→FLL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MID | – | 178 mi | 179 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 0 | 1 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 1 | – | 42 |
| Flight time | 1h 50m | 1h 31m | 1h 42m |
Travel Essentials
MID: CST · FLL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Mérida, 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.
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.
MID–FLL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MID to FLL
Manuel Crescencio Rejón International Airport (MID) and Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
MID to FLL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MID to FLL ranges from 1 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 698 miles (1,124 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
16 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via MIA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Cozumel (CZM) and Cancún (CUN).