Flying from New York to Miami International Airport (MIA): What you need to know
Your travel story starts at one of New York's main airports, New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Explore your options for booking a flight from New York to Miami International Airport (MIA) jetting off from either of these.
Around 3 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct New York to Miami International Airport flight.
New York and Miami (where Miami International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch on arrival.
The most popular route is from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Miami International Airport (MIA), with 89 direct weekly services. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from JFK to MIA is the 5:15am American Airlines option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 8:30pm with American Airlines.
Your flight from New York to MIA won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
With more travellers during busy months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Reach your destination without the detour from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Nonstop flights from New York to Miami International Airport (MIA) operate from here.
Choose from a variety of carriers operating direct flights from New York to Miami International Airport leaving from JFK. Reserve your trip with one of these:
American Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from JFK to MIA.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate on this route is Frontier Airlines.
JFK is around 24 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from New York to Miami International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport:
Of all flights departing from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, 73% land on schedule at their destination.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Think about kicking off your journey from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). You can book a direct New York to Miami International Airport (MIA) plane ticket with departures from here.
When leaving from EWR, you can pick from a range of airlines that have direct flights from New York to MIA. Reach cruising altitude with one of these carriers:
United is the most frequently booked airline flying from EWR to MIA.
The carrier with the best on-time performance is American Airlines. Its Newark Liberty International Airport to Miami International Airport flights arrive as planned 79.8% of the time.
You can arrive at EWR from the centre of New York in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour to cover the 24 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your New York to MIA flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Newark Liberty International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 71%.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Begin your travels at New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and go straight to your destination without any stops. You can book direct flights from New York to Miami International Airport out of here.
Soar above the clouds with one of these airlines that offer direct New York to MIA plane tickets from LGA:
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with American Airlines from LGA to MIA.
American Airlines is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
LGA is roughly 13 kilometres from central New York. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 30 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 55 minutes.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your New York to Miami International Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near New York LaGuardia Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights land without delays. At LGA, that figure is 69%.
You'll find New York LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Miami International Airport (MIA)
Have a late flight from New York to Miami International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near MIA and turn out the lights sooner:
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your New York to Miami International Airport flight.
You'll find MIA at 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
Getting from Miami International Airport (MIA) to central Miami
Miami International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Miami. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Miami International Airport (MIA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Miami International Airport is 81 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 144 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from New York to MIA. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Affordable New York to Miami International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from New York to Miami International Airport (MIA)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from New York to Miami International Airport (MIA). March is the busiest month to visit Miami. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in September.
The warmest month in Miami is August, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your New York to MIA plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from New York to Miami International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
More about Miami
Once you've booked your flight from New York to Miami International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Miami:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami are top attractions which should be on any good Miami itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Cape Coral is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Miami. Around 193 kilometres away to the northwest, top sights here include Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve, Fourmile Cove and Cultural Park Theatre.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in the United States, head for Port Saint Lucie, about 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.