The airport, with 55.9 million passengers in 2024, is the primary U.S. hub for Latin America and the Caribbean, with connections also to Europe and other international destinations, distributed across concourses D-J.
Gateway to vibrant Miami, gateway to the Latin American and Caribbean world, with its beaches and nightlife.
How to get to Miami International Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to MIA
Parking near Miami International Airport
Multi-story car parks are located adjacent to the terminals, with daily rates roughly ranging from 17 to 29 USD; more affordable economy parking further away offers lower rates with complimentary shuttle service.
How to get to Miami from MIA
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
Airport transfers you can book in advance
Shuttles and private transfers you can book online, picked from the best rated by travelers.
From MIA to the most sought-after destinations
| If you want... | Choose | Approximate cost |
|---|---|---|
| Spend the least | MIA Mover + Metrorail Orange Line (on weekdays) | 2.25 USD |
| Reach Downtown or Brickell without transfers | Metrorail Orange Line (stops at Government Center, then free Metromover to Brickell) | 2.25 USD |
| Get to South Beach | Metrobus 150 Airport Express (direct, stops on Washington Ave) | 2.25 USD |
| Travel with heavy luggage or late at night | Taxi or Uber/Lyft | 25-45 USD |
Miami → Downtown / Brickell
From the Government Center Metrorail station, you can transfer for free to the Metromover, an automated people mover that reaches the heart of Brickell in just a few minutes, the financial district and residential towers on the Miami River.
Miami → South Beach
There is no rail link to Miami Beach: the Metrobus 150 connects the airport directly to Washington Avenue and Lincoln Road, with service every 30 minutes and a journey of about 40 minutes.
Miami → Brightline MiamiCentral station
Those heading to Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach or Orlando can reach MiamiCentral with a Brightline shuttle included in the ticket: from there the high-speed train arrives in Fort Lauderdale in about 35 minutes.
Miami → PortMiami (cruise port)
There is no direct connection by train or bus to the piers: the most practical solution remains taxi or a private transfer, about 25 minutes and a fare of around 24 USD.
Car rental at Miami International Airport
A shuttle is required to reach the car rental company counters.
With a license in Latin characters, for short stays a driver's license, passport, and credit card are sufficient; no International Driving Permit needed.
Hotels near Miami International Airport
At the airport
The Miami International Airport Hotel is inside the terminal, on the second level of Concourse E: check-in desks and gates can be reached without leaving the building.
Best for: One-night layovers and dawn departures, with check-in a few steps from the room.
- From the room to check-in with no taxi or shuttle
- Soundproofed rooms with blackout curtains, useful for sleeping by day
- Reception and room service open around the clock
- Only one hotel, so little choice and limited availability on busy days
- Inside the terminal there is nothing of the city: to go out you need the Metrorail or a taxi
- For gates far from Concourse E, allow for internal transfers
Airport area and Blue Lagoon
The Tru by Hilton Miami Airport South Blue Lagoon is in the Blue Lagoon business park, about two miles from the airport, with a free shuttle to the terminals.
Best for: Those who land late and leave the next morning without wanting to pay for a hotel in the city.
- A few minutes from the airport, with no reliance on trains or the motorway
- A free shuttle instead of a taxi for every trip
- A few more hotels to compare than the only one inside the terminal
- Only offices and fast roads around, nothing to do in the evening
- The shuttle runs on a fixed timetable: check it for the earliest flights
- For Miami you still need the Metrorail or a taxi
Recommended hotels
Brickell and downtown
Free MIA Mover (4 minutes) to the Metrorail station, then the Orange Line to Brickell in about 17 minutes on weekdays; at weekends you need to change at Earlington Heights. Taxi or app: 15-20 minutes.
Best for: Business or city stays, with restaurants and the Metromover on foot.
- Metrorail and Metromover connect Brickell to the airport and the rest of downtown
- Brickell City Centre and many restaurants are within walking distance
- Taxi or app back to the airport in a quarter of an hour
- At weekends the Orange Line is limited and the transfer takes longer
- In the evening the neighbourhood is lively around the bars, less so on side streets
- Rooms in urban brands, such as citizenM, are compact
Recommended hotels
- EAST Miami A 2015 tower with 352 rooms in the heart of Brickell, a few steps from the Brickell City Centre Metromover stop; four outdoor pools. View availability
- citizenM Miami Brickell Compact but well-kept rooms, bar and restaurant in the Brickell City Centre area; Tenth Street Metromover stop a minute's walk away. View availability
Miami Beach
Taxi or app in about 25-35 minutes; alternatively the Metrobus 150 Airport Express leaves from the airport's Metrorail station every 30 minutes, from 5 to 23.
Best for: Those who choose Miami for the sea and accept a longer transfer.
- Beach and Lincoln Road on foot, no car needed
- Metrobus 150 saves hiring a car for those travelling light
- All price ranges, from small Art Deco hotels to large resorts
- With Julia Tuttle Causeway traffic the taxi can take over half an hour
- Bus 150 runs every 30 minutes: not suited to early-morning flights
- In the evening the Ocean Drive area is very crowded and noisy
Recommended hotels
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
- lounges
- 11
- with Priority Pass
- 3
- open 24 hours
- 1
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminals, organized as concourses (D-J), handle intense international traffic, especially toward Latin America and the Caribbean.
Given the airport's scale, for international flights it's wise to arrive at least 3 hours in advance.
Map of Miami International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. How do you get to downtown Miami from the airport by train?
With the free MIA Mover shuttle (4 minutes) to the Metrorail station, then the Orange Line (17 minutes, $2.25) on weekdays.
Q. Is the Metrorail service the same on weekends?
No, on weekends the direct Orange Line is replaced by a 2-stop shuttle to Earlington Heights, where you change to the Green Line for downtown.
Q. Do you need a card for the Miami Metrorail?
Yes, an EASY Card or EASY Ticket: the turnstiles don't accept cash.
Q. Which airline has a major hub at MIA?
American Airlines has one of its main hubs here, especially for connections to Latin America and the Caribbean.
Q. Which lounges accept Priority Pass?
Turkish Airlines Lounge (Concourse E), Turkish Airlines Lounge (Concourse H) and Avianca and TAP Portugal Lounge (Concourse J).
Q. Are any lounges open 24 hours?
Yes: Avianca and TAP Portugal Lounge (Concourse J).
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights
