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Miami International Airport Guide (MIA)

Airport info
Code: MIA
Address:
PO Box 025504, Miami, Florida 33102-55, United States
Location:

Miami International Airport is located 14km (9 miles) northwest of Miami.

Number of terminals: 3
Telephone:
(305) 876 7000.
Timezone: GMT -4:00
Miami International Airport map

Here you'll find essential information on Miami International Airport, including contact details, airport transfer facts, details of airport facilities, and how to get there.

Airport news: 

A massive redevelopment and expansion project is underway that will more clearly divide the terminal complex into a North and South terminal and make both much larger than today. Completion of the North Terminal is expected in 2011.

Information: 

There is a tourist information centre (tel: (305) 876 7000) on level 2 of Concourse E. Passengers can request information on a range of airport facilities through the airport's website.

Driving directions: 

From central Miami, take the I-95 north to SR836 West, take the exit at Le Jeune Road northbound (NW 42 Avenue); Miami International Airport is well signposted. From the north, take the I-95 south to SR112, continuing to the connector to Miami International Airport. From the southwest, take SR826 north and exit at Le Jeune Road northbound (NW 42 Avenue).

Public Transport

Public transport rail: 

Rail: A Metrobus service also provides a connection to the Tri-Rail (tel: (305) 891 3131; www.miamidade.gov/transit) commuter train system at the Airport Station, immediately east of the station, with connections to Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. Services from Airport Station to the terminals are free for valid air ticket holders.

Public transport road: 

Bus: The Miami-Dade Transit Department (tel: (305) 891 3131; www.miamidade.gov/transit) provides Metrobus services to all areas of Miami-Dade County. Several routes call at the airport. The bus station is located on Level 1 of Terminal E. The express Airport Flyer (route 150), the newest addition to Miami International Airport's transport network, costs US$2.50 each way. The route connects Miami International Airport (Terminal E) and Miami Beach (stopping at 41st street and Alton Road; then along Collins Avenue to 16th Street) with only one stop in between at the Earlington Heights Metrorail station (journey time: 20-30 minutes).

Taxi: Taxis and shuttle vans (tel: (305) 871 2000) are available outside baggage reclaim. The taxi fare to central Miami is around US$22, and to the cruise ship terminal US$24.

Terminal facilities

Money: 

ATMs are located throughout Miami International Airport, while a full-service bank is situated in the North Terminal. There are also four bureaux de change. There is an on-site post office. Data port connections and paid-for Wi-Fi access is available throughout the airport.

Food: 

There is a wide variety of facilities, including 24-hour snack bars, cocktail lounges, restaurants and numerous cafés.

Shopping: 

There is a range of shops, including duty-free, on concourses A-F.

Luggage: 

A porter service and trolleys are available. Left-luggage lockers are no longer provided, however, there is a baggage storage facility in the Central Terminal (tel: (305) 869 1163).

Other: 

There is a full-service medical centre, pharmacies, an art gallery, a hairdresser, shoeshine and a chapel.

Airport facilities

Conference and business: 

The Miami International Airport Hotel (tel: (305) 871 4100, ext 2238) operates the Executive Conference Center. The centre provides business services and has meeting rooms for up to 12 delegates and a conference suite for up to 200 delegates. It is fully equipped with audiovisual equipment and also provides a catering service. Airlines operate executive lounges throughout the terminal. Internet access, both wired and wireless, is available at Miami International Airport. Conference facilities are also offered by many of the surrounding hotels.

Disabled facilities: 

Most toilets are wheelchair-accessible and TDD telephones for hearing-impaired people are available. Designated disabled-permit parking is located on Level 3 in the Flamingo Garage, near the moving walkways. Wheelchair service is available through the airlines.

Car parking: 

Long-term airport parking facilities consist of two multi-level parking garages, Dolphin Garage and Flamingo Garage, both with access to the terminal via moving walkways. There are also two short-term car parks situated near the terminal building, signposted as Upper and Lower Level Park One. For more information about parking at Miami International Airport, call: (305) 876 7382.

Car rental: 

Companies include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Payless, Royal Rent A Car and Thrifty, as well as a number of local agencies. All car hire companies are now housed in the new Rental Car Centre 1.6 km (1 mile) east of Miami International Airport, which is served by the new MIA Mover shuttle train.

Airport hotels

As one would expect from such a major tourism centre, Miami has a large range of hotels. Miami International Airport is also well-served with accommodation options.

Best Western Airport Inn & Suites Miami International Airport

Best Western Airport Inn & Suites Miami International Airport is located 3km (2 miles) from the airport, and is linked via a complimentary shuttle bus service. The hotel has an on-site restaurant, fitness centre and outdoor swimming pool. Meeting facilities are also available.

Telephone: (305) 871 4100.
Courtyard Miami Airport West/Doral

Courtyard Miami Airport West/Doral is located 8km (5 miles) from Miami International Airport and is linked via an airport shuttle bus service. The hotel has an on-site restaurant, fitness centre and meeting/event space. Parking is also available at the hotel.

Telephone: (305) 477 8118.
Website:
Crowne Plaza Miami International Airport

Crowne Plaza Miami International Airport is located less than 1km (0.6 miles) from the airport and is linked via a complimentary shuttle bus service. The hotel provides seven meeting rooms, a swimming pool, fitness centre and business services. There is also an on-site restaurant.

Telephone: (305) 446 9000.
Hilton Miami Airport

Hilton Miami Airport is located less than 9km (6 miles) from Miami International Airport and is linked via a complimentary shuttle bus service. The 500-room hotel offers a range of sports and leisure facilities, as well as on-site dining options and extensive meeting/event space.

Telephone: (305) 262 1000.
Website:
La Quinta Inn and Suites Miami Airport East

La Quinta Inn and Suites Miami Airport East is located less than 1.6km (1 mile) from Miami International Airport. The hotel runs a complimentary shuttle service to/from the airport terminals.

Telephone: (305) 871 1777.
Website:
Miami International Airport Hotel

Miami International Airport Hotel is located inside Concourse E, on Level 2, with 259 rooms, a restaurant, and business facilities. Day stays (1000-1800) are available here.

Telephone: (305) 871 4100.
Website:
Sheraton Miami Airport
Telephone: (305) 871 3800.