Travelling from Dubai to Miami International Airport (MIA): What you need to know
Dubai's main base, Dubai International Airport (DXB), is where great travel stories take off. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Dubai to Miami International Airport (MIA).
Expect to be in the air for 16 hours 5 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Dubai to Miami International Airport flight.
The timezone in Miami is UTC-5, which is nine hours behind Dubai. Miami International Airport is located in Miami.
Take your pick of 7 direct flights every week between Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Miami International Airport (MIA). This is the most popular route, with Emirates offering a 2:15am departure from DXB to MIA.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Dubai to MIA.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like January and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Dubai International Airport (DXB) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Dubai to Miami International Airport (MIA) can be booked from this terminal.
You can travel on a direct flight from Dubai to Miami International Airport with Emirates. This well-known airline offers services from DXB.
Emirates is the airline most travellers choose for flights from DXB to MIA.
Emirates sets the standard for punctuality. An impressive 85.25% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Dubai to MIA that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Dubai International Airport (DXB), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between DXB and MIA include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Dubai to Miami International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these stays near Dubai International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Dubai International Airport, 71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
With public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your Dubai to MIA flight:
71% of flights leaving Al Maktoum International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Miami International Airport (MIA)
Have a late flight from Dubai to Miami International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near MIA and turn in quicker:
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Dubai to Miami International Airport flight.
MIA is located at 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
Getting from Miami International Airport (MIA) to central Miami
Miami International Airport is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Miami. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Miami International Airport (MIA)
436 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Miami International Airport. A return flight starts from 645 €. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To snag cheap flights from Dubai to MIA, book your ticket one month ahead of your planned departure.
June is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Dubai to Miami International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from Dubai to MIA is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when prices go down.
Chase down a great fare on a flight from Dubai to Miami International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Dubai to Miami International Airport (MIA)
March is when most people book flights from Dubai to Miami International Airport (MIA). Plan your visit to Miami in September if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Book a Dubai to MIA plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Miami to range from 27ºC (81ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Dubai to Miami International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Miami
Start your Miami trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dubai to Miami International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami are top sights which should be on any good Miami itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Miami, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey about 193 kilometres northwest to Cape Coral to check off its top sights. From Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve to Fourmile Cove and Cultural Park Theatre, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another side of the United States, consider Port Saint Lucie, roughly 161 kilometres north of Miami. Savannas Preserve State Park, Port St Lucie Botanical Gardens and Savannas Preserve State Park - Main Entrance are key reasons to visit.
