Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Merida International Airport (MID): What you need to know
Merida is one hour behind Fort Lauderdale. Merida International Airport is located in Merida, which runs on the UTC-6 timezone.
Your flight from Fort Lauderdale to MID won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
March is a popular time to fly out. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Thanksgiving, Memorial Day or Christmas, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to MID. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport (GUA)
FLL is around 11 kilometres from central Fort Lauderdale. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Merida International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels have you covered:
75% of flights taking off from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
The address for FLL is 320 Terminal Drive.
About Merida International Airport (MID)
Book a hotel near MID if you have a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Merida International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
For the best deal, reserve your ride around one week in advance of your Fort Lauderdale to Merida International Airport flight.
Getting from Merida International Airport (MID) to central Merida
From Merida International Airport, central Merida is around 8 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Merida International Airport (MID)
Right now, $764 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Merida International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $496. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to MID, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Fort Lauderdale to Merida International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Merida International Airport (MID)
December is the quietest month for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Merida International Airport (MID), while April is the busiest. Work out the best time to visit Merida based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Merida is May, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Book your Fort Lauderdale to MID plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Merida International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Merida
Start your Merida trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Merida International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
There are loads of exciting things to do in Merida when you're in the mood to sightsee. Head straight for Chichen Itza, cenotes y pueblos magicos followed by Chichen-itza Park and Nva. Chichen Itza Park.
Explore more of Mexico
Merida will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Mexico you'll want to see. About 290 kilometres east of Merida, a trip to Cancun will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like chichen itzá Park, Cancun Beach and Hotel Zone.
Campeche is another essential stop in Mexico and is around 153 kilometres southwest of Merida. No trip is complete without dropping by Zona Arquelogica Edzna, Old City Wall and Plaza de la Independencia.