Getting to and from Miami International Airport (MIA)

Miami International Airport provides several modes of efficient transportation for its customers.

Services to/from MIA, including rental cars, taxis, rideshares, shuttles, and bus transfers, are available at the Ground Transportation Center.

To pick up arriving visitors at the airport, follow the signs to Arrivals, located on the lower level.

To drop off passengers, follow the signs to Departures on the upper level.

Several train connections are also available at the Miami Airport Station, 3861 Northwest 21st Street, Miami, Florida.

From Miami International Airport, you can take the Miami Mover (a moving walkway) to Miami Airport Station. The MIA Mover is a free shuttle train that runs 24/7.

Planning your transfer options before hitting the road will give you peace of mind in Miami, Floria.

Before leaving your home, know what items are allowed in your carry-on bag, what you can pack in your checked baggage, and what items are prohibited.

For the convenience and direction of the riding public, passengers may approach the Airport Information Desk for transport assistance anytime.

Finally, travelers should only transact at the airport counters and other legitimate establishments for their safety.

Rental Car Services at Miami International Airport

The Rental Car Center is next to the Miami Intermodal Center.

Please follow the purple MIA Mover signs to the third level of the Airport Terminal. To access the MIA Mover station, you can use the 3rd level Skyride (moving walks).

Take the moving walkways to the MIA Mover Station to board and be transported to the Rental Car Center.

The rental facility is generally open 24/7 but you can also inquire at your service provider for specific service hours and return procedures.

When ready to return your vehicle to the car rental center, remove all personal items before turning over the rented vehicle to the designated facility.

Allow plenty of time for your drive when returning the vehicle. If unsure of direction, give the rental company a call. See all rental car companies at Miami International Airport.

For item(s) lost and found inside the vehicle, please contact the rental car company directly.

For item(s) left on a rental car center shuttle bus, the Airport Lost and Found at +1 305-876-7377.

Miami International Airport's Lost and Found facility is on Level 4, North Terminal. It is open from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Ride Shares at Miami International Airport

The designated pick-up and drop-off areas are in front of the terminal building.

Passengers can reserve rideshare by downloading the company’s app on their smartphone and coordinating directly with their driver.

They can also request a ride a few days before their flight to avoid the inconvenience.

Ridesharing apps should let users verify the identity of drivers by checking out their faces, license plates, and colors.

Taxis at Miami International Airport

Upon exit from the Baggage Claim area, proceed to the Ground Transportation Center toward the taxi stand in front of your terminal building.

One-way fare to Downtown is between $35.00 to $45.00.

If you need to travel outside the city area, please consult your driver for rates. It is customary to give the driver a tip (15-20% of the fare) for good service. More information about taxis at Miami International Airport.

Keep a record of the cab company, vehicle number, and the driver's name when traveling to and from the airport, just in case you leave something behind.

Trains at Miami International Airport

The Metrorail is located at Miami Airport Station. From Miami International Airport, you can take the Miami Mover to Miami Airport Station.

The MIA Mover, a moving walkway, runs at the facility 24/7. At Miami Airport Station, you can take the Metrorail (Orange Line, Miami-Dade Transit) to travel to the city center. Additional information about train services at Miami International Airport.

Tri-Rail and Amtrak are also available options in Miami.

Buses at Miami International Airport

If you want to go to Miami Beach, it is better to choose the bus. Every 20 to 30 minutes, Miami Beach Airport Express (Metrobus Route 150) departs to and from Miami Beach, all days of the week. 

A one-way fare is $2.25. Further information about buses to and from Miami International Airport.

The following bus routes are also available at the Ground Transportation Center of the airport: 37, 42, 57, J, and East-West Connection.

Hotel Shuttle Services at Miami International Airport

Many hotels in Miami provide shuttle services. Passengers may confirm with their respective hotel if this is available at their accommodation.

Shuttles pick up and drop passengers at the Ground Transportation Center in front of the terminal building.

Parking at Miami International Airport

The airport provides safe and comfortable parking spaces for its customers. Reserved parking is also available at the facility, 24/7. Cash and credit card payments are accepted. See more information about long and short-term parking at Miami International Airport.