Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Monterrey: what you need to know
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is Fort Lauderdale's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Monterrey leaving from here.
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) is the primary point of entry to Monterrey.
Monterrey's timezone is UTC-6, making Monterrey two hours behind Fort Lauderdale.
To ensure you catch your Fort Lauderdale to Monterrey flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Peak months like July or high seasons such as spring break and Christmas will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and four hours ahead of international departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Monterrey
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap Fort Lauderdale to Monterrey flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Monterrey is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and score a sweet deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Monterrey by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Flying from Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Fort Lauderdale to Monterrey flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The journey from central Fort Lauderdale to FLL takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Monterrey or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
73.74% of flights that depart Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
FLL's address is 320 Terminal Drive.
Arriving in Monterrey
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
The distance from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) to central Monterrey is roughly 23 kilometres. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 45 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Monterrey, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near MTY:
Hit the road running by picking up a Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from America, MEX or Europcar and explore beyond Monterrey's main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport around three weeks in advance of your Fort Lauderdale to Monterrey flight.
Best time to go to Monterrey
July is the most popular month for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Monterrey. To avoid the crowds, head to Monterrey in April.
The warmest month in Monterrey is August, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your Fort Lauderdale to Monterrey ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Monterrey around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Monterrey
Start your Monterrey trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Monterrey, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Macroplaza, Parque Fundidora and Museo del Obispado are attractions you won't want to skip in Monterrey.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Monterrey, now it's time to discover other parts of Mexico. Travel around 402 kilometres south to San Luis Potosi to tick off its top sights. From Tangamanga Park I to Plaza de Aranzazu and Cathedral of San Luis Potosi, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Aguascalientes is another essential stop in Mexico and is around 467 kilometres south-west of Monterrey. No journey is complete without a visit to Templo de San Antonio, Museo Nacional de la Muerte and Jardin de San Marcos.