MIA
Miami International Airport — Parking
Miami, Florida, USA
3
Terminals
60+
Airlines served
5+
Nearby hotels listed
24
Rental car brands
Three ways to park at MIA, compared on price, walking distance, and shuttle wait.
Long-term parking
$17/day
Walk/shuttle: Shuttle bus, 10–15 min
Dolphin and Flamingo garages hold long-stay rates but fill fast during peak cruise season.
Short-term parking
$5/hr, $34 max/day
Walk/shuttle: Direct terminal garage
Best for pickups and drop-offs under two hours.
Off-site parking
$9–14/day
Walk/shuttle: Free shuttle, 10–20 min
A common choice for travelers combining a flight with a cruise departure.
Parking comparison
| Type | Price | Walking distance | Shuttle |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long-term | $17/day | Shuttle bus, 10–15 min | Yes |
| Short-term | $5/hr, $34 max/day | Direct terminal garage | — |
| Off-site | $9–14/day | Free shuttle, 10–20 min | Yes |
Cost guide
Short-term rates are billed hourly and add up quickly — they're best reserved for pickups and drop-offs under two hours. Long-term and off-site rates are billed daily and both drop noticeably with advance booking.
Travel tips
- Book parking online in advance — walk-up rates are almost always higher.
- Photograph your row and level before you leave the lot; large economy lots are easy to lose track of.
- Check whether your terminal changed before you park — some airports reassign gates seasonally.