Florida is the Sunshine State for a reason, with its year-round warm weather and hundreds of miles of beaches. Flying through the Miami Airport lands you a sweet spot about 5 miles from downtown and 13 miles from Miami Beach, allowing you to be checked in at your hotel and sun-bathing in no time. The vibrant city of Miami is a unique place to visit because of its Cuban influence, reflected in many cafes, cigar shops, and the renowned one-day Calle Ocho festival. There is a convenient MIA International Hotel located inside the airport, as well as many other airport hotels within a short distance.
Know Before You Go: Miami International Airport
- Miami Airport is ranked 2nd in the United States for the highest amount of international passengers.
- An economy lot is offered for long-term parking offsite at a park & ride location. Parking is $8 a day and is located at 1350 NW 45 Ave. A free shuttle is provided 24 hours a day to this offsite parking lot.
- WiFi is available at a rate of $7.95 for 24 hours or $4.95 for the first 30 minutes. Complimentary access to some travel-related websites is available.
- MIA Mover is a 1.25 mile-long system between MIA and the Miami Rental Car Center. MIA Mover moves more than 3,000 people per hour, free of charge!
- Looking for some high-class eating? Beaudevin is a wine and cheese bar located in Terminal D, near Gate D24.
- A Military Hospitality Lounge is located in Central Terminal Concourse E and is available 7 days a week from 9:00am to 9:00pm to U.S. and Allied active duty and retired military travelers. Complimentary snacks, magazines, WiFi, pay phones, etc. are provided.
- MIA's Jetsetter Spa is located in Concourse H, 2nd level. Services include manicures, pedicures, massages, and spray tanning.
- In the mood for Cuban food? Check out Gloria Estefan's restaurant Bongos. Try authentic food and enjoy a drink before you fly.
- Do you have some time to explore the airport in between flights, but don't want to haul your luggage around with you? A Baggage Checkroom is located in Central Terminal E.
- Looking for some puppy love? Two days a week Casey, a Golden Retriever therapy dog, and her owner Liz, walk around the airport to help passengers needing directions. Casey gladly accepts pets and cuddles to relieve some of your travel stress.
- Visit the Miami Airport official page for additional information.
What's the first thing most visitors do after they've settled in at their Miami International Airport hotels? Head to the beach. This destination is lined in the east with Atlantic waters and soft, clean sands. As one of Florida's most picturesque coastal spots, Miami Beach is a hotspot that can become crowded quickly, especially in midday when the sun is strong overhead, so be sure to arrive early to claim your spot on the waterfront. You can also go on a walk or jog along the hiking paths, grab a bite to eat at one of the shorefront restaurants or shop at the boutiques lining the beach. Water sports are also big here - take an adventure with some water skiing, kitesurfing or wakeboarding.
