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Miami International Airport (MIA)

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    Has a stamp of approval from Eater and Miami New Times
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    Kimberlee M.
    "The flight crew from Gainesville to Miami are fantastic!"(141 Tips)
    Roberto S.
    "I love this airport... if you are hungry please try “la carreta”"(42 Tips)
    Robert V.
    "Corona beach house (terminal D) has an amazing pasta w veggies."(46 Tips)
    Melanie K.
    "Best Cuban coffee at Cafe Versailles."(10 Tips)
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  • Chad M.
    Chad MartinJanuary 14, 2019
    Rental cars are a long ways away from the terminal. Most of the moving walkways don't work to get there, so give yourself plenty of time
  • Dean R.
    Dean RussellJune 18, 2012
    For international flights use curb side check-in. You get bags checked faster, get your boarding pass, and you can head right to the security check, which is a guaranteed long line.
  • Tom
    TomOctober 2, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    The BEST food is at La Carreta near gate D37. Hmmmm it niiiiice!!!!! Breakfast lunch or dinner. Can't go wrong.
  • Elizabeth
    ElizabethMay 17, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    You are in Miami! Yay. Remember to leave extra time on your return to the airport. The main way out of the keys was closed (fire maybe) so we has to take the long and slow way.
  • Haley C.
    Haley CorenswetNovember 15, 2013
    Look for the Miami children cart if you have a layover! They had games and stories that made our 2 hour wait fly by! Thank you!
  • Tuee C.
    Tuee ChanthavongOctober 13, 2014
    Love the architecture and the ambiance here. Feels very international. Lots of good food choices.
  • Ninaheart icon on user image
    NinaFebruary 6, 2013
    Beautiful and easy to navigate! The mover train makes renting a car so simple! Why can't the Philadelphia airport be this clean and inviting?
  • Jess B.
    Jess BarronMarch 12, 2012
    Do yourself a favor and order a wine flight (or two) at Beaudevin in Terminal D (near gate 24). Also they have a great cheese plate and other light apps.
  • Karolina
    KarolinaMay 19, 2013
    Curb side check in: with American Airlines they won't give you boarding pass if you tell them that you still have to bring back rental. Lie, or have the car returned prior. :-)
  • Jose
    JoseNovember 30, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    This airport goes on for days! It last trams, levels, gates like you wouldn't believe. Old people get lost here or lose their life just walking around. "I've fallen, and I can't get up!"
  • David V.heart icon on user image
    David VanderveenDecember 14, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Ask for directions--the signage makes no sense and you can easily walk in circles if you don't get some expert help from airport staff. #MIAisAwful
  • Courtney W.
    Courtney WilliamsJune 26, 2012
    When in MIA please visit www.miamishoresoptical.com 9440 NE 129th St Miami Shores, for the best in sunglasses. Don't forget you are in the sunshine state, so protect your eyes.
  • Kathryn B.
    Kathryn B.April 21, 2019
    Been here 10+ times
    Gate E. No line for TSA precheck. But line for Clear. If you have PSA precheck, they hand you blue card after going thru security so you don’t have to take off shoes.
  • Bee P.heart icon on user image
    Bee PMarch 31, 2017
    Check out the star destroyer looking terminal from the departures food court. Someone was a SW fan!
  • Ronald R.
    Ronald RiosDecember 27, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Taxi to/from Mia Beach is a fixed rate of $32. Takes 10 minutes from SoBe, if no traffic. If on a budget, & have the time, the MIA Flyer (150 line) bus runs twice an hour, takes 45 minutes, $2.25.
  • Jared M.
    Jared MorrisonOctober 16, 2023
    Been here 5+ times
    Worse airport in the USA. The soft carpeting makes wheeling luggage feel like you’re dragging it through sand, and bathroom stalls are barely big enough to accommodate a suitcase and close the door.
  • Courtney W.
    Courtney WilliamsJune 26, 2012
    When in MIA please visit www.miamishoresopical.com 9440 NE 129th St Miami Shores, for the best in sunglasses. Don't forget you are in the sunshine state, so protect your eyes.
  • Denisa T.
    Denisa TodereanAugust 30, 2013
    No free wifi... All the restaurants, cafes, shops, BATHROOMS closed at 11 pm... Prepare your spanish, not english! The best thing is that you can't get lost and the trains come very fast.
  • Marc S.heart icon on user image
    Marc SJune 7, 2018
    Some UAL flights leave from concourse H now, though mainly Delta gates. Nicer than the regular UAL gates.
  • Burger &.
    Burger & Beer SobeApril 30, 2014
    Headed to South Beach? Drop in and have the #bestburgerintown! 1766 Bay Road from Sun-Thurs: 11:30am - 12am Fri & Sat: 11:30am-2am.
  • CC C.
    CC ChenJune 9, 2012
    AA treats me pretty well. We landed on time, crews are friendly; Miami airport is fine too. Had a glass of Pinot and a piece of caramel cake. Awesome!
  • Jennifer M.heart icon on user image
    Jennifer MondelloSeptember 9, 2014
    The most frustrating airport in the USA if you don't speak fluent Spanish. I have an easier time communicating in Central America than I do here. I DREAD it.
  • Phil C.
    Phil ChristensenApril 2, 2015
    If you are going to the car rental center with checked luggage, RENT A SMARTECART. It can be a very, very long walk!
  • Claudia M.heart icon on user image
    Claudia MittAugust 31, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    This is my life, departures, arrives, I love the MIA! Come back soon👍
  • Richardheart icon on user image
    RichardJanuary 25, 2017
    Amex Centurion Club is a phenomenal place to wait for a flight. Worth the price of the Platinum Card annual fee.
  • Oasis Intl R.
    Welcome to Miami - Bienvenido a Miami!!! Hope you enjoy your stay :) if you are looking to purchase a property or just to rent a place while you are here make sure to check www.oasisrealtymiami.com
  • Scott G.
    Scott GellmanSeptember 5, 2014
    when picking someone up there are always places that there is no one to tell you to move. You can sit in your car for a while!
  • MsTiffany_
    MsTiffany_September 6, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    A big airport! Allow enough time to retrieve your rental car as it is a hike and tram ride away from the terminals!
  • Tobias R.
    Tobias RoganJanuary 12, 2011
    I love walking. If I hear another person complain that you have to walk "another 2 miles" then I'm going to call them out on it, so what?!?!!!! Get your lazy ass up and walk. It's healthy to walk!!!!!
  • ᴡ S.heart icon on user image
    ᴡ SantosJanuary 4, 2016
    You can bring authentic Cuban pastries from Versailles if you stop at the shop
  • Hon. Diallo R.
    American Airlines Admiral Lounge in Terminal D is one of the best I've visited! There are 2 in the terminal and both are equally as good.
  • Jonathan C.
    Jonathan CollazoAugust 7, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    When picking up someone, don't park unless you absolutely must. Use the cell phone lot.
  • Ammaro
    AmmaroDecember 20, 2013
    If you're coming in/out of Terminals D or E, use the airtrain for faster moving around, otherwise be ready for quite a walk!
  • Arthur M.
    Arthur MitchellApril 23, 2023
    Been here 10+ times
    Half the moving walk ways are in disrepair. They are narrow anyways and hard to use with bags.
  • A Robb E.
    A Robb Eargasm-EntJanuary 19, 2019
    Been here 5+ times
    This airport is HUGE so give yourself ample time to get through security and to your gate
  • Luis Ricardo L.heart icon on user image
    Luis Ricardo La TorreNovember 29, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Get there hours earlier, roam around and you will meet the most beautiful girls who are bored waiting for their planes.
  • Michael S.heart icon on user image
    Michael SheehanApril 16
    Been here 5+ times
    Lots of options and plenty of Admirals Clubs. MIA is a good airport to get in and out of.
  • Dave J.heart icon on user image
    Dave JacksonAugust 24, 2014
    Been here 100+ times
    Great food choices here and priced good. Not many gluten free options. Well run airport.
  • USA TODAY
    USA TODAYNovember 22, 2010
    Features exhibits by emerging artists throughout the terminals. Visit Cuban restaurant La Carreta (Concourse D), sample the roasted pork and black beans and watch folks go by. Read more
  • Emilio S.heart icon on user image
    Emilio SmekeMarch 1, 2020
    Been here 25+ times
    If you’re flying AA get ready to do your walking routine to get into rental car building!
  • Andrewheart icon on user image
    AndrewDecember 27, 2014
    Like queuing? You'll love it here. Queue 1 for the automated passport machine. Queue 2 for a real person grilling. Queue 3 to leave the baggage claim! Ouch.
  • Jennifer E.heart icon on user image
    Jennifer EvansSeptember 24, 2014
    Been here 50+ times
    Much easier to fly out of here on any other airline but American. Look for cafe verseille for great coffee and pastries.
  • Leonardo S.
    Leonardo SalasDecember 21, 2012
    here is a tip, find the thieves from TSA or AMERICAN AIRLINES that lied to my aunt making her check in carry on bags while about to board. 4 iPhone5s that they had in those carry on bags were stolen!
  • Meg R.heart icon on user image
    Meg RobertsonDecember 28, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    To avoid the Concourse D international security nightmare, take a stroll down to Concourse E. The line is shorter and the concourses connect behind security.
  • Sheri P.
    Sheri PriceOctober 24, 2013
    Unlike many others who posted tips, we had no issues. VERY friendly and helpful staff at US Airways. Security checkpoint was smooth and efficient.
  • Miami New Times
    Miami New TimesJanuary 14, 2013
    Welcome to Miami! ¡Bienvenidos a Miami! Hungry for some authentic Cuban food or looking to party until the break of dawn? Let www.miaminewtimes.com be your guide.
  • Franco C.heart icon on user image
    Franco CalizNovember 9, 2014
    Been here 50+ times
    The walk from your gates to the exit is ridiculous. Check it the American Airlines terminal which is new and nice. The Delta terminal needs more amenities. Don't fly us air or United Airlines here.
  • Ashok S.heart icon on user image
    Ashok ShettyFebruary 17, 2015
    Getting to MIA rentals is a long walk and a train journey. Do not be misled by the breadcrumbs and raise your expectation that it is just around the corner
  • Ashley S.
    Beautiful floors. Bad fashion. Smells like clogged arteries. Glad to have a 3 hour layover for the hike through. Makes me miss SFO international!
  • Karina R.
    Karina RiveraJune 9, 2013
    Miami airport is huge. If you have connecting flights, make sure you have enough time to be able to make it to your terminal in time to not miss your flight.
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