Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is about 5 km (3 mi) southwest of downtown Fort Lauderdale, next to the Port Everglades cruise port. There are nonstop flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cancun with JetBlue, taking about 1 h 50 min to 2 h 05 min.
Quick facts (checked October 2026)
- Codes: IATA FLL · ICAO KFLL
- Location: about 5 km (3 mi) southwest of downtown Fort Lauderdale, next to the Port Everglades cruise port
- Terminals: 4 terminals
- Traffic: about 32.2 million passengers (2025)
- Official website: www.fll.net
- Distance to Cancun: 885 km (550 miles) in a straight line
- Nonstop to Cancun: Yes – about 1 h 50 min to 2 h 05 min
- Time difference: Same time as Cancun in winter; 1 hour ahead during US daylight saving time (March to early November)
Flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cancun
| Airline | Season | Arrives at Cancun | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| JetBlue | Year-round | Terminal 3 | About two flights a day |
Flight time is about 1 h 50 min to 2 h 05 min. Airlines change their schedules every season, so check current dates on the airline’s website and confirm your Cancun terminal on your boarding pass (Cancun Airport terminals).
Nearby Miami International (MIA) has Cancun nonstops with American year-round, and Aeroméxico flies the route in winter.
Arriving at Cancun Airport
International arrivals clear immigration and customs in Cancun, which usually takes 30–60 minutes. After customs you walk through the “shark tank” of timeshare sellers – if you have booked a transfer, go straight outside to meet your driver. See Cancun Airport arrivals for what to expect step by step, and check your flight on the live arrivals board.
| From Cancun Airport to | Drive time | Private transfer from |
|---|---|---|
| Cancun Hotel Zone | 20–30 min | 44 USD per vehicle |
| Playa del Carmen | 45–60 min | 89 USD per vehicle |
| Tulum | about 1 h 45 min | 165 USD per vehicle |
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About Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport
FLL is South Florida’s leisure and low-cost gateway. It was the main base of Spirit Airlines until Spirit stopped flying in May 2026; JetBlue and Allegiant are now key airlines there.
Fort Lauderdale to Cancun – FAQ
Is there a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Cancun?
Yes. JetBlue flies nonstop (October 2026); see the table above for seasons and frequency.
How long is the flight from Fort Lauderdale to Cancun?
About 1 h 50 min to 2 h 05 min nonstop.
How far is Fort Lauderdale from Cancun?
About 885 km (550 miles) in a straight line.
How do I get from Cancun Airport to my hotel?
A private transfer is the easiest option: from 44 USD to the Hotel Zone, 89 USD to Playa del Carmen and 165 USD to Tulum per vehicle. See Cancun Airport transportation.