Travelling from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is located in Fort Lauderdale. Based in the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is two hours behind Fort Lauderdale.
For a relaxed start to your FLL to Mexico City flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from FLL to Mexico City with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
FLL is around 5 kilometres from central Fort Lauderdale. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near FLL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Mexico City or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels put convenience first:
73.74% of flights that depart Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
FLL's address is 320 Terminal Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Mexico City
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Mexico City flight is Rs40,206. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs86,571. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from FLL to Mexico City, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Mexico City across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Mexico City by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to the centre of Mexico City takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes around 55 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Mexico City. Book one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Explore without limits with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and experience more of Mexico City and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from FLL to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Central Mexico City is located around 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). After your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Mexico City has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 55 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Unpack your bags not long after your FLL to Mexico City flight at Verticca Hotel. This comfortable accommodation option is an easy drive from NLU.
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the availability and rates from Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from NLU one week ahead of time often means better prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Before you book your flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Mexico City, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Mexico City offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season brings cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Book a Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Mexico City flight ticket with a departure in April if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 10ºC to 28ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FLL to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC and 23ºC.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Mexico City, explore our selection of hotels including:
Chapultepec Park and Zocalo are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Mexico City must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Museum of Anthropology.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be discovered once you've seen Mexico City. Around 467 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Mexico, head for Puebla, roughly 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies are among its highlights.