Miami mixes beaches, Latin American food and culture, art deco architecture and easy access to the Florida Keys and the Everglades. Miami International (MIA) is a major gateway to Latin America and the Caribbean, and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood (FLL), about 30 miles north, is a useful alternative with many low-cost flights.
Airports
| MIA | Miami International Airport |
|---|---|
| FLL | Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport |
Best time to go
The dry season from November to April is the most popular time, with warm days and low humidity. Summer is hot, humid and rainy, and the hurricane season runs from June to November, but this is also when fares and hotel rates are usually lowest.
Getting there
Nonstop flights take about 3 hours from New York, about 3½ hours from Boston and about 3 hours from Chicago. MIA is also a convenient place to connect to the Caribbean and South America.
Tips before you book
- Search both MIA and FLL; prices can differ a lot for the same dates.
- Art Basel week in early December and major events push prices up sharply.
- If you are connecting to an international flight, leave enough time to clear security again between terminals.
Flight times are typical nonstop times and vary by airline, aircraft and season. Entry rules and airport information can change; check official sources before you travel.