Airport Comparison
| FLL | MRD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport | Alberto Carnevalli Airport |
| IATA Code | FLL | MRD |
| ICAO Code | KFLL | SVMD |
| City | Fort Lauderdale | Merida |
| Country | United States | Venezuela |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Caracas |
| Elevation | 65 ft | 5,007 ft |
| Coordinates | 26.070000, -80.150000 | 8.580000, -71.160000 |
Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Merida (MRD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (FLL) in Fort Lauderdale, United States to Alberto Carnevalli Airport (MRD) in Merida, Venezuela is 2,164 kilometers (1,345 miles / 1,169 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southeast at a heading of 152°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting United States with Venezuela. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:57 in Fort Lauderdale, it's 06:57 in Merida.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,942 feet between the two airports. Alberto Carnevalli Airport sits higher than Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Merida (MRD) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) follows a heading of 335° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Alberto Carnevalli Airport (MRD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.