Travelling from Los Angeles to Miami International Airport (MIA): what you need to know
Begin your journey at one of Los Angeles's main airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Explore your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Miami International Airport (MIA) taking off from either of these.
Approximately 5 hours 3 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Los Angeles to Miami International Airport.
The timezone in Miami is UTC-4, which is 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Miami International Airport is located in Miami.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Los Angeles to MIA.
Peak months like July or holiday times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise idea.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You can jump on a direct flight from Los Angeles to Miami International Airport (MIA) departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
At LAX, you'll find a good selection of airlines offering direct flights from Los Angeles to Miami International Airport, such as:
From central Los Angeles, LAX is approximately 32 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Miami International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Want more options for a direct flight from Los Angeles to Miami International Airport (MIA)? Browse the fares jetting out of Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
When jetting off from VNY, you can pick from a range of airlines that operate direct flights from Los Angeles to MIA. Soar above the clouds with any of these carriers:
On public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in about 1 hour and 41 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 34 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Los Angeles to MIA? Kick back in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your trip officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Miami International Airport (MIA)
Consider booking a hotel close to MIA if you have a late flight from Los Angeles to Miami International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Miami International Airport (MIA) to central Miami
Miami International Airport to the centre of Miami is around 19 minutes by car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour and 22 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Miami International Airport (MIA)
For a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Miami International Airport, ر.ق. 296 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just ر.ق. 637. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary depending on availability.
You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Los Angeles to MIA when you book 8 months ahead. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares on this route are usually at their lowest.
To snag the best price on your tickets from Los Angeles to Miami International Airport, book your trip for May (it has the cheapest flights). Got flexible travel dates? Use the 'Whole month' search function to zero in on the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Miami International Airport (MIA)
April is the quietest time to travel to Miami. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take your trip in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles to Miami International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Miami. The warmest month is August. Book your flights from Los Angeles to MIA sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 32ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Miami International Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 13ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Miami
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Miami right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Los Angeles to Miami International Airport:
Wynwood Walls and Vizcaya Museum and Gardens are just two of the major attractions to put on your Miami to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at American Airlines Arena.
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