Travelling from Miami International Airport (MIA) to San Cristobal Airport (SCY): what you need to know
For a stress-free 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 MIA to SCY flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Pick a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Miami International Airport to San Cristobal Airport. Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport is a popular stopover on the MIA to SCY route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to San Cristobal Airport (SCY)
R 5,389 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Miami International Airport to San Cristobal Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 13,829. These prices can change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MIA to SCY if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from Miami International Airport to San Cristobal Airport.
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Handy information about Miami International Airport (MIA)
The address for MIA is 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
Of all flights departing from Miami International Airport, 76.14% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Miami to Miami International Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near MIA? If you're boarding an early flight from Miami International Airport to San Cristobal Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at San Cristobal Airport (SCY)
If you're landing on a late Miami International Airport to San Cristobal Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near SCY:
Getting from San Cristobal Airport (SCY) to central San Cristobal
San Cristobal Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central San Cristobal. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
When to fly to San Cristobal Airport (SCY)
August is the busiest month for flights from Miami International Airport to San Cristobal Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to San Cristobal in April.
When booking your flight from Miami International Airport to San Cristobal Airport, think about the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in San Cristobal, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MIA to SCY in September if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of Ecuador
San Cristobal has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Ecuador just waiting to be explored. About 88 kilometres west of San Cristobal, a trip to Puerto Ayora will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Jardin Ceramica, Laboratorio de Invertebrados Terrestres and El Edén Park.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Ecuador, head for Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, roughly 5 kilometres west of San Cristobal. Playa Tijeretas, El Humedal and Martha Bucaram de Roldos La Concha Acústica are key reasons to visit.