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A traffic light and palm tree on Ocean Drive in South Beach under bright sun

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Flights to Miami

Art Deco beaches, Cuban coffee, street art in Wynwood and the Everglades within a drive.

Miami at a glance

The essentials for planning the trip, with recent fares and the local time.

Main airport
Miami Intl (MIA)
Best time to visit
December to April for dry, sunny weather
Approx. flying time
About 3h from New York · About 9h 30m from London

Don’t miss

  • Ocean Drive and the Art Deco Historic District
  • Cuban sandwiches and cafecitos on Calle Ocho
  • Wynwood Walls and Vizcaya Museum and Gardens

Flight tip: MIA and Fort Lauderdale (FLL) both serve Miami; compare fares into each and add the transfer.

Flight times to Miami

Approximate nonstop flying time, distance and time difference from each city we cover. Each city links to its route guide or a live search.

Flying times are estimates for a nonstop flight between the main airports; distances are straight-line between them.

Getting from the airport to Miami

Each airport, how far it is from the centre, and the quickest and cheapest ways into town.

A 3-day plan for Miami

A first visit, day by day, with the main sights in an order that saves time on the move.

  1. A traffic light and palm tree on Ocean Drive in South Beach under bright sun
    Day 1

    South Beach

    • South Beach and Ocean Drive
    • Lummus Park beach
    • Art Deco Historic District
    • Lincoln Road
    Morning
    Walk the Art Deco Historic District along Ocean Drive before the crowds.
    Afternoon
    Swim and relax at South Beach, then stroll Lincoln Road.
    Evening
    Dine and drink in South Beach or on Española Way.
  2. A colourful mural in the Wynwood arts district
    Day 2

    Wynwood and Little Havana

    • Wynwood Walls
    • Little Havana and Calle Ocho
    • A cafecito stop
    • Brickell dinner
    Morning
    See the murals of Wynwood Walls and nearby streets.
    Afternoon
    Eat a Cuban sandwich on Calle Ocho and have a cafecito at a ventanita.
    Evening
    Take the free Metromover through Downtown and Brickell, and have dinner there.
  3. The fountain and driveway of Vizcaya Museum and Gardens in Coconut Grove
    Day 3

    Vizcaya or the Everglades

    • Vizcaya Museum and Gardens
    • Coconut Grove
    • Or Everglades Shark Valley
    Morning
    Tour Vizcaya Museum and Gardens in Coconut Grove, or drive out to Shark Valley in the Everglades.
    Afternoon
    Explore Coconut Grove’s waterfront or walk the Shark Valley loop.
    Evening
    Watch the sunset over Biscayne Bay.

Where to stay in Miami

The neighbourhoods that suit a first visit, and who each one is best for.

  • Ocean Drive in South Beach lit up at night

    South Beach

    Best for beach and nightlife

    Art Deco hotels, the Ocean Drive promenade and a wide beach, with Lincoln Road for shopping.

  • A colourful mural in the Wynwood arts district

    Wynwood and the Design District

    Best for street art and dining

    Warehouse murals, galleries, breweries and restaurants, a short ride from Downtown.

  • The fountain and driveway of Vizcaya Museum and Gardens in Coconut Grove

    Coconut Grove

    Best for calm, leafy and by the water

    A green bayside village of cafés and marinas, home to Vizcaya Museum and Gardens.

When to go to Miami

The months with the best weather, and the cheapest month to fly in recent fares. A guide to the seasons, not a forecast.

December to April for dry, sunny weather

  1. JanJanuary: Best
  2. FebFebruary: Best
  3. MarMarch: Best
  4. AprApril: Best
  5. MayMay: Good
  6. JunJune: Mixed
  7. JulJuly: Mixed
  8. AugAugust: Mixed
  9. SepSeptember: Mixed
  10. OctOctober: Mixed
  11. NovNovember: Good
  12. DecDecember: BestCheapest
  • Best weather
  • Good
  • Hot, cold, wet or stormy
  • Cheapest month to fly from New York, in recent fares

Cheapest month to fly to Miami

  1. Nov 2026$125
  2. Dec 2026$87Cheapest month
  3. Jan 2027$87Cheapest month
  4. Feb 2027$89
  5. Mar 2027$133
  6. Apr 2027$145
  7. Jul 2027$261
  8. Sep 2027$206
  9. Oct 2027$481

Lowest round-trip fare per person found recently for departures in each month, from New York. Months with no recent fare aren’t shown.

Know before you go to Miami

Money, tickets, safety and manners: the small things that make the first day easier.

  • Hurricane season

    The Atlantic hurricane season runs from 1 June to 30 November. Book flexible fares and insurance if you travel then.

  • Metromover is free

    The elevated Metromover loop around Downtown and Brickell costs nothing to ride. Metrorail takes contactless cards and phones.

  • Tip 18 to 20%

    Tipping is expected in restaurants, bars and taxis. Check the bill first, as some places add a service charge.

  • Don’t leave bags in cars

    Break-ins on parked cars are a common problem, so take your valuables with you. Park in staffed garages when you can.

  • Respect the sun

    The Florida sun is strong all year. Use sunscreen, drink water and take a break in the shade at midday.

  • Obey the beach flags

    Rip currents can form on Miami Beach. Swim near a lifeguard tower and don’t swim when a red flag is flying.

What to eat in Miami

Local dishes and drinks worth trying, and where people go for them.

  • Cuban sandwich

    Roast pork, ham, Swiss cheese and pickles pressed in Cuban bread, served at the cafés of Little Havana and Calle Ocho.

  • Cafecito

    A small, sweet shot of Cuban espresso, ordered at a walk-up window (ventanita) and drunk standing.

  • Croquetas

    Crisp fried croquettes with a creamy ham or chicken filling, sold with coffee at Cuban bakeries.

  • Stone crab

    Claws served chilled with mustard sauce, in season from 15 October to 1 May at seafood restaurants.

  • Key lime pie

    A tart custard pie with a graham-cracker crust, found at bakeries and diners across South Florida.

Day trips from Miami

Three well-known days out, with the usual journey time each way.

  • An alligator swimming in the water in the Florida Everglades

    Everglades National Park

    Shark Valley is about 25 miles west of Miami by road

    A vast subtropical wetland of sawgrass, alligators and birds. Shark Valley has a paved loop to walk or cycle, and airboat tours run nearby.

  • The Southernmost Point buoy in Key West

    Key West

    About 160 miles by road along the Overseas Highway; most visitors stay overnight

    Cross the Seven Mile Bridge to the end of the Keys, with its Old Town, harbour and the Southernmost Point buoy.

  • Fort Lauderdale beach and coastline from the air

    Fort Lauderdale

    By Brightline or Tri-Rail from Miami; check operators for times

    A beach city with a promenade, canals and a boat-lined waterfront, easy by train from downtown Miami.

Miami: questions travellers ask

Short answers first, with the official page where it matters.

  • December to April for dry, sunny weather. December to April is the driest and most comfortable season, with sunny days and lower humidity, and it is also the busiest and priciest. Summer is hot and humid with afternoon storms. The Atlantic hurricane season runs from 1 June to 30 November, so book flexible fares and insurance if you travel then.

  • Miami International (MIA) is the main airport, with nonstop flights from London and other UK airports, and many connections from the rest of the US. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood (FLL), about 45 km north, is the alternative; compare fares into both and add the cost and time of getting into the city.

  • From London, it’s about 9h 30m nonstop; from New York, about 3h nonstop. These are rough guides worked out from distance; scheduled times vary by airline, direction and connection.

  • It depends on your passport, so check the official page before you book: U.S. Customs and Border Protection: ESTA for Visa Waiver Program travellers. Rules change, so check them again shortly before you travel. U.S. Customs and Border Protection: ESTA for Visa Waiver Program travellers (opens in a new tab)

  • Metrorail and the free Metromover cover Downtown, Brickell and the airport link, but the beaches and other districts are easiest by ride-hailing app. Many visitors hire a car for the Everglades and Keys; many Florida toll roads are cashless, so ask the rental firm how tolls are charged.

  • Three to four days covers the beaches, Wynwood and Little Havana. Add a day for the Everglades or a trip to the Keys.

  • December to April is the driest and most comfortable time, with sunny days and lower humidity. Summer is hot and humid, with afternoon storms, and the Atlantic hurricane season runs from 1 June to 30 November.

  • MIA is the closest to Downtown Miami and has Metrorail. FLL is in Fort Lauderdale, about 45 km north, and is useful if it has a cheaper fare, so compare fares and add the transfer.

  • Yes, if you travel under the Visa Waiver Program: British citizens need an approved ESTA before boarding. Apply on the official US government site; our ESTA and UK ETA guide explains how.

  • Not for South Beach, Wynwood or Downtown, where Metrorail, Metromover and ride-hailing work well. A car helps for the Everglades and the Keys.

  • No. Miami Beach is a separate city on an island across Biscayne Bay from Miami, linked by causeways. Most visitors stay in one and visit the other.

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