Travelling from Quad Cities International Airport (MLI) to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
Quad Cities International Airport is located in Moline. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, Fort Lauderdale is one hour ahead of Moline.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your MLI to Fort Lauderdale flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like March. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Travelling from central Moline to MLI takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a hotel near MLI? If you've booked an early flight from Quad Cities International Airport to Fort Lauderdale, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Quad Cities International Airport's on-time performance, 73% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
MLI is located at 2200 69th Ave..
How to find the cheapest flights from Quad Cities International Airport (MLI) to Fort Lauderdale
172 € is currently the best price for a one-way Quad Cities International Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight. A return plane ticket starts from 228 €. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from MLI to Fort Lauderdale. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to the centre of Fort Lauderdale takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to FLL if you're coming in on a late flight from Quad Cities International Airport to Fort Lauderdale. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Booking your vehicle from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport about three weeks before your flight from MLI to Fort Lauderdale can help you get the lowest rate.
You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Quad Cities International Airport to Fort Lauderdale. March is the most popular month to visit Fort Lauderdale. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Fort Lauderdale is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Quad Cities International Airport to Fort Lauderdale plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from MLI to Fort Lauderdale in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
More about Fort Lauderdale
Start your Fort Lauderdale trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Quad Cities International Airport to Fort Lauderdale, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Ft Lauderdale Beach (Playa las Olas), Las Olas Beach and Fort Lauderdale Beach: The L'Hermitage Reserve are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Fort Lauderdale itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Fort Lauderdale, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey about 499 kilometres north to Jacksonville to check off its must-visit sights. From St. John's Cathedral to Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 306 kilometres northwest of Fort Lauderdale, Tampa is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Busch Gardens Tampa, The Florida Aquarium and ZooTampa at Lowry Park.