MIA

Miami International Airport — Parking

Miami, Florida, USA

TZ America/New_York (GMT-5/-4) · 8 mi / 13 km to Downtown Miami

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

TypePriceWalking distanceShuttle
Long-term$17/dayShuttle bus, 10–15 minYes
Short-term$5/hr, $34 max/dayDirect terminal garage
Off-site$9–14/dayFree shuttle, 10–20 minYes

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.