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Miami International Airport (MIA) arrivals and departures Arrivals and Departures

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Distance to Miami9.3km
Distance to Hollywood27.6km
Most popular destinationNew York

About Miami International Airport

  • The airport connects the wider area, with passengers from nearby Hialeah and Fort Lauderdale also relying on it for flights.

  • Here's a rundown of the most popular airlines at Miami International Airport:

  • Jetting out of Miami and not sure where to head? Flights from Miami International Airport can take you direct to must-visit destinations like these:

    • New York

    • Washington DC

    • Atlanta

    • Dallas

    • Chicago

  • May, June, and July are the busiest months at Miami International Airport. Late spring and summer bring a surge in domestic leisure travel and outbound international routes, while June and July coincide with school breaks that drive strong family travel demand across the airport's wide network.

  • March, April, and November are the quietest months at Miami International Airport. March and April sit between the winter tourism peak and the summer surge, when overall demand tends to soften. November sees a similar lull, falling before the busy holiday travel period gets underway.

How to get from Miami International Airport to Miami

  • Once you've collected your bags and made your way out of Miami International Airport arrivals, you can take the Metrorail Orange Line to the city centre. It takes around 30 minutes to get to a major stop like Government Centre.

  • For a convenient door-to-door option, book a rideshare service from Miami International Airport with Uber or Lyft.

  • Yellow Taxi and Miami Taxi are among the taxi options in Miami.

  • If you book a rideshare service or a taxi, the drive from Miami International Airport into Miami usually takes about 20 minutes, depending on traffic.

  • The Miami Metrorail connects directly from the airport to downtown Miami and beyond. Taxis and rideshare services are also widely used and available outside the terminal.

How to get to Miami International Airport from Miami

  • Take the Metrorail Orange Line from central Miami to make your Miami International Airport departure. Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes from a hub like Government Centre.

  • If you're driving from central Miami or being dropped off by a friend, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport.

  • The Miami Metrorail connects downtown Miami to the airport via the Orange Line, with a free Metromover link available in the city centre to help you reach the station. Taxis, Uber, and Lyft all operate at the airport too, picking up from designated ground transportation areas outside the terminals.

Miami International Airport facilities

  • There are three passenger terminals at Miami International Airport.

  • From cafes and coffee shops and fast food to grab-and-go options, there's no shortage of places to eat and drink. The airport also has sit-down restaurants.

  • Work in a little airport shopping before boarding. Browse or stock up on last-minute bits and pieces at the convenience stores, duty-free outlets, and fashion and accessories. And if you've still got time before departure, check out the souvenirs and gifts and electronics.

  • Flight delayed or just early? You may be able to wait in an airport lounge rather than at the gate. These types of lounges are available at Miami International Airport:

    • Airport lounges

    • Business and first class lounges

    • Membership lounges

    • Paid lounges

  • Parking at Miami International Airport is set up for everything from quick drop-offs to extended stays. Here's what you can expect:

    • Long stay

    • Pick-up/drop-off

    • Short stay

    • Valet

Where to stay near Miami International Airport

  • Catching a late flight to Miami International Airport or need to be at your gate early? EB Hotel Miami Airport is a good choice when you need rest close by. It features wheelchair access, a fitness centre, and a pool and is about 3 kilometres away.

  • Roughly 3 kilometres from the airport, Beautiful And Comfortable Home and Studios is another option nearby. Wi-Fi, room service, and a garden are among its amenities.

  • Or enjoy an easier pre-flight or post-flight stopover at AC Hotel by Marriott Miami Airport West/Doral. From the airport, it's about 5 kilometres away and offers a fitness centre, a 24-hour front desk, a laundry, and more.

Car rental options near Miami International Airport

  • Flying into Miami to start your trip? Pick up a car rental at Miami International Airport and get straight to the places on your list.

  • Dollar is one of the most popular suppliers. You'll find vehicle types for different travel needs, from short city breaks to longer road trips.

Miami International Airport FAQs

Yes, United operates to and from both Miami International Airport Arrivals and Departures.

Yes, American Airlines operates to and from both Miami International Airport Arrivals and Departures.

Yes, Delta operates to and from both Miami International Airport Arrivals and Departures.

Yes. There are boutique cars miami, Budget, Dollar, Capital Rent A Car, Thrifty, Sixt, Alamo, drivus and Routes Car Rental pick-up points in or near to Miami International Airport’s Arrivals or Departures areas.

For international arrivals, it usually takes around an hour to clear Miami International Airport’s passport control and claim your baggage if you checked any in. Domestic arrivals to Miami International Airport don’t need to pass through passport control, so take a little less time.

If you’re heading to Miami International Airport arrivals to pick up a family member or friend, consider arriving half an hour after their flight is due to touch down.

We recommend you leave at least two and a half hours between your inbound and outbound flights, especially if you are self-transferring on an international flight. When you self-transfer, you may need to clear customs, claim any luggage and then check it back on to your next flight yourself. Take into account that you might need to change terminals, or it could take longer than necessary to navigate Miami International Airport’s departure lounge.

Miami International Airport Hotel is the highest-rated hotel near Miami International Airport, just 0.9km away. Another great option is WoodSpring Suites Doral Miami Airport (3.6km from the airport).

Check-in and bag drop often close an hour before your scheduled departure time for domestic flights, and sometimes an hour and a half before for longer-haul international flights. As a rule of thumb, you should try to arrive at Miami International Airport two hours before you fly but check with the airline you’re flying with.

Don’t worry if there’s no information available on our live flight tracker. We try our best to pull it directly from each airline but sometimes this might not work properly. Try contacting the airline directly, or checking their website to see if you can get an update.

Don’t panic! If you are not already at Miami International Airport, try contacting the airline directly to see if you can get on the next flight out, or a refund.

If you’re already inside Miami International Airport Departures when you find out, head to the airline’s desk to speak directly with someone.

If there are no more flights to your destination with the same airline and you really need to get there soon, we recommend searching for a new flight with Skyscanner and booking as soon as possible. You can then try to claim a refund for the original cancelled flight.

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