Flying from Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) to Miami International Airport (MIA): what you need to know
The timezone in Miami is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of San Jose del Cabo.
To ensure you get on your SJD to MIA flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month like April? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Los Cabos International Airport to Miami International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between SJD and MIA include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Austin-Bergstrom Airport
Houston Hobby Airport
Handy information about Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)
78% of flights leaving from Los Cabos International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To get to Los Cabos International Airport from central San Jose del Cabo, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near SJD? If you're catching an early flight from Los Cabos International Airport to Miami International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Miami International Airport (MIA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MIA if you're on a late Los Cabos International Airport to Miami International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Miami International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from A&G Car Rental, MLC or Dollar and find adventure across Miami and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Miami International Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Miami International Airport (MIA) to central Miami
You'll find MIA at 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
Miami International Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Miami. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Miami International Airport (MIA)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Cabos International Airport to Miami International Airport is September, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Miami based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Miami is August, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Los Cabos International Airport to Miami International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SJD to MIA sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United States
Miami has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 338 kilometres north-west of Miami, a visit to Tampa will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Busch Gardens Tampa, The Florida Aquarium and ZooTampa at Lowry Park.
If there's time to check out another major destination in the United States, head for Orlando, roughly 338 kilometres north of Miami. Hogwarts, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Jurassic world are key reasons to visit.