Travelling from Fort Lauderdale to Monterrey: what you need to know
Fort Lauderdale's main base, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Monterrey.
Hop off the plane at Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY), the primary gateway of Monterrey.
The timezone in Monterrey is UTC-6, which is two hours behind Fort Lauderdale.
To ensure you get on your Fort Lauderdale to Monterrey flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
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.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' Fort Lauderdale to Monterrey flights.
Flying from Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
We make it a breeze to book a Fort Lauderdale to Monterrey flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The journey from central Fort Lauderdale to FLL takes around 25 minutes on 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 stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Monterrey or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport's on-time performance, 73.74% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
The address for FLL is 320 Terminal Drive.
Arriving in Monterrey
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of Monterrey. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 35 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Monterrey, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near MTY:
Explore without limits with a Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from America, MEX or Europcar and find adventure across Monterrey and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
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 off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Monterrey, check out our selection of hotels including:
Parque Fundidora and Museo del Obispado are just two of the big attractions to put on your Monterrey to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Cerro de la Silla Park.
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.