Flying from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Liberia Airport (LIR): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Miami International Airport to Liberia Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 5 minutes.
Liberia is two hours behind Miami and follows the UTC-6 timezone.
You can choose from 19 weekly Miami International Airport to Liberia Airport flights. The 08:35 departure with American Airlines is the earliest you can take. American Airlines operates the last service of the day at 12:10.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MIA to LIR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
American Airlines has direct flights from Miami International Airport to Liberia Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Liberia — and maybe even more of Costa Rica if time allows.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is American Airlines.
With a reliable 82.35% of services landing on schedule, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier for MIA to LIR flights.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Miami International Airport to Liberia Airport. These are the top stopovers between MIA and LIR:
Juan Santamaria International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Liberia Airport (LIR)
140 € is currently the best price for a one-way Miami International Airport to Liberia Airport flight. Return flights start at 320 €. These fares can change depending on demand.
Book nine months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MIA to LIR.
Organise your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Miami International Airport to Liberia Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MIA to LIR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Miami International Airport to Liberia Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Miami International Airport (MIA)
The address for MIA is 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
Of the flights that depart from Miami International Airport, 76.14% touch down on time at their destination.
Miami International Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Miami. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near MIA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Miami International Airport to Liberia Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Liberia Airport (LIR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Miami International Airport to Liberia Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LIR instead:
Explore without limits with a Liberia Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or NU Car Rentals and find adventure across Liberia and beyond.
Booking your ride from Liberia Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Liberia Airport (LIR) to central Liberia
Liberia Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Liberia. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Liberia Airport (LIR)
January is the most popular month for flights from Miami International Airport to Liberia Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Liberia in May.
The warmest month in Liberia is April, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your flights from Miami International Airport to Liberia Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from MIA to LIR in November if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Costa Rica
San Jose is just one of the many cities in Costa Rica waiting to be explored once you've seen Liberia. Around 161 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Teatro Nacional Costa Rica, National Park (Parque Nacional) and Plaza de la Cultura.
Around 274 kilometres east of Liberia, Limon is another essential stop in Costa Rica. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.