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6+ Hours at Miami International Airport

Ciara Murphy
Have you got 6+ hours to spare at Miami International Airport? Check out these options to make the most of your airport downtime.
Have you got 6+ hours to spare at Miami International Airport? Check out these options to make the most of your airport downtime.

Head downtown

If you have a 6+ hour layover at Miami International Airport, why not get out of the airport and enjoy the surrounding area? The trip into Miami takes approximately 20 minutes however, depending the on the time of day traffic can be heavy so make sure you give yourself enough time to get back to the airport and through security before your connecting flight. Soak up the vibrant atmosphere at South Beach or if the beach is not your style check out the Art Deco Historic District.

Transport Options

MetroRail: The Metrorail is located at Miami Airport Station and you can get there by riding the MIA Mover. Trains depart every 30 minutes during the weekday, with more frequent service on the weekends every 15 minutes. Board a Green Line train if you are traveling to Palmetto, Okeechobee, Hialeah, Tri-Rail, Northside, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. or Brownsville stations.Board an Orange Line train if you are traveling to Dadeland North, South Miami, University, Douglas Road, Coconut Grove, Vizcaya, Brickell, Government Center, Historic Overtown/Lyric Theatre, Culmer, Civic Center, Santa Clara, Allapattah or Earlington Heights stations.Miami Beach Bus: This service runs every 30 minutes from 06:00. – 23:40, seven days a week, between the Miami International Airport Metrorail station (just a short MIA Mover ride away from MIA) and Miami Beach (from 41st Street to South Pointe Drive). Tickets cost $2.25 each way.Taxi: Taxicabs are located on the arrival (ground) level of the airport, outside of the baggage claim areas.

Overnight Layover?

Crowne Plaza Miami AirportThe Crowne Plaza Miami Airport is your best option for getting a good night’s rest while staying close to the airport. Get all the comforts of a hotel without every worrying about missing your next flight. This hotel also has a pool and gym for guests to use. Why not follow along with one of our movement routines in your hotel room to help you relax your body and get to sleep easily. ‘Yoga to help you sleep on the plane’ is a great routine to follow. Find it over on the ‘Videos’ tab.Located 1.2 miles from the airport, the hotel offers complimentary Shuttle service from/to the Miami International Airport. The shuttle departs the hotel every 20 minutes on the hour and runs every day throughout the year, 24 hours per day.

Luggage Storage

Baggage Checkroom / StorageWhen leaving the airport, dragging heavy luggage with you is not ideal. Luckily, Miami International have a baggage checkroom where you can store your luggage. The Baggage Checkroom is located at Central Terminal E, Level 2 and is open from 05:00 to 21:00 daily. Storage charges are subject to baggage size. Bags can be stored for up to a maximum of 60 days.
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