Flying from Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) to Miami International Airport (MIA): what you need to know
Miami is three hours ahead of Long Beach and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your LGB to MIA flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like October. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Long Beach Municipal Airport to Miami International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LGB and MIA:
Nashville Airport
New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport
Houston Hobby Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) to Miami International Airport (MIA)
R 2,268 is the lowest price for a one-way Long Beach Municipal Airport to Miami International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 5,278. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LGB to MIA, book early. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Long Beach Municipal Airport to Miami International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LGB to MIA by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Long Beach Municipal Airport to Miami International Airport.
Handy information about Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB)
You'll find LGB at 4100 Donald Douglas Drive.
83% of flights leaving Long Beach Municipal Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of LGB.
Long Beach Municipal Airport is about 3 kilometres from central Long Beach. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Long Beach Municipal Airport to Miami International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to LGB:
Arriving at Miami International Airport (MIA)
Book a hotel close to MIA if you're catching a late Long Beach Municipal Airport to Miami International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Miami International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from A&G Car Rental, MLC or Dollar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Miami and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Miami International Airport around one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Miami International Airport (MIA) to central Miami
MIA is located at 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
From Miami International Airport, Miami is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Miami International Airport (MIA)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Long Beach Municipal Airport to Miami International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Miami. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in September.
Before locking in your flight from Long Beach Municipal Airport to Miami International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Miami, with the temperature ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGB to MIA in January. Average temperatures are between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Tampa is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Miami. Around 338 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Busch Gardens Tampa, The Florida Aquarium and ZooTampa at Lowry Park.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in the United States, head for Orlando, roughly 338 kilometres north of Miami. Hogwarts, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Jurassic world are highlights.