Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Miami Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
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I’ve been warmer skiing, and got a better night’s sleep when I had influenza. Hoping for a few winks on the outgoing flight.. – a traveller
MIA Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Miami International Airport.
What to Expect
Miami Airport (code: MIA) is a large hub for international travel and one of the fastest-growing airports in the United States. There are three terminals: North (Concourse D), Central (Concourses E, F, G) and South (Concourses H and J). Moving walkways and skytrains connect the concourses and the rental car centre. The terminals can be busy and messy, so it is best to give yourself extra time. The airport offers a decent range of shopping and dining options, with a few 24-hour concessions in the Central Terminal. The airport also has a yoga room and free WiFi. It’s worth noting that the WiFi does come with advertising – and you need to pay for an ad-free experience. For those looking for a little added comfort, there are first-class lounges, some of which have showers, that economy-class passengers can pay to access.
Sleeping in Miami Airport
Good sleep options at Miami Airport are relatively limited. The terminals tend to be cold and noisy, with little armrest-free seating options. That said, there are a few key spots.
- The International Arrivals area, near baggage carousels 1-6 and the popular Besame Mucho flower artwork, has some slim red couches comfortable enough for sleep.
- The North Terminal has a quieter, carpeted area just outside the Auditorium.
- In Terminal D, a small, carpeted nook is located above Gate D15, near the Admiral’s Club.
- In Terminal H, in the Yoga room (baggage claim area). A reader (2019) reported getting a good nap in here. Bring a blanket or towel to make your stay more comfy (no carpet).
- In Terminal J, Level 4 may have some red, thin, starfish-shaped couches.
No matter where you sleep, it’s a good idea to bring something to sleep on, along with noise-cancelling headphones or earplugs, an eye mask, and warm layers. Travellers report freezing temperatures throughout Miami airport. Arrive prepared with a blanket or even a sleeping bag. A hoodie provides extra warmth if the terminal gets even colder.
If you’re looking for uninterrupted sleep, there is a hotel at Concourse E in the Central Terminal and other hotels nearby that are connected by shuttles. See Airport Hotels in the guide below.
Good to Know
While Miami Airport is open 24 hours, security checkpoints close depending on that night’s flight schedule. Be sure to ask for this schedule before entering or exiting the airside area at night.
If you find yourself with a delayed or cancelled flight, some airlines have provided pillows and blankets to other travellers. Inquire with your airline if you find yourself in this situation.
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In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Hours
Miami International Airport is open 24 hours.
Keep in mind that TSA screening, airline check-in, and baggage drop hours depend on flight schedules and airline policies. If you remain in the public (landside) areas overnight, access to secure (airside) areas may not be available until early morning.
Rest & Relaxation Zones
There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.
Cots
Miami Airport sees more than its fair share of flight cancellations due to bad weather. When mass cancellations happen at Miami Airport, cots are available for stranded passengers who opt against getting a hotel room. To find them, ask an airline or airport employee or use a courtesy phone to reach someone with access to this information.
These cots cannot be reserved in advance and are unavailable except for mass cancellations. That means you cannot access them simply because you chose to stay the night in the airport instead of getting a hotel room. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.
Miami Airport Hotels
Quick Facts
- Nearest Hotel: Inside the Airport
- Sleep Cabins & Pods: No
- Day Rooms: Yes
- Nearby Hotels with Free Shuttles: Yes
If sleeping in a chair or on the floor feels overwhelming, there is an on-site hotel in the terminal, plus many nearby hotels with shuttle service.
Hotel inside Miami Airport
Miami International Airport Hotel – Located inside the Central Terminal, Concourse E, Level 2 (Departures). Day-use rooms are offered from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. According to a reader in February 2024, the rate was around $190 from noon – 6:00 PM. Prices will vary, but that should help give you an idea of the cost. » Check Rates
Hotels near the airport with shuttles
Hotel shuttles typically depart from the Arrivals Level at designated curbside zones outside baggage claim.
- Sheraton Miami Airport Hotel » Check Rates
- Courtyard by Marriott Miami Airport » Check Rates
- Red Roof + Miami Airport » Check Rates
- Element Hotel » Check Rates
- Best Western Plus Miami Airport North Hotel & Suites » Check Rates
- Candlewood Suites Miami International Airport – 36th St, an IHG Hotel » Check Rates
- Comfort Suites Miami Airport North » Check Rates
- Hampton Inn Miami Airport East » Check Rates
- Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Miami Airport South – Blue Lagoon » Check Rates
- Homewood Suites Miami-Airport / Blue Lagoon » Check Rates
- Pullman Miami Airport Hotel » Check Rates
- Ramada by Wyndham Miami Springs » Check Rates
- Wyndham Garden Miami International Airport » Check Rates
For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels near Miami Airport that can be sorted by price, distance, traveller rating and popularity.
Airport Lounges
Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships
Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there are lounges that you can enter by paying at the door, purchasing a lounge pass or through a lounge membership program.
- (Gate D15) – North Terminal, Concourse D, after security, 3rd floor above Gate D15. Hours: 5:30 AM – 10:30 PM. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No.
- (Gate D30) – North Terminal, Concourse D, after security, across from Gate D30. Hours: 5:00 AM – 10:30 PM. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No.
American Airlines Flagship Lounge – Location: North Terminal, Concourse D, airside, near Gate D30. Hours: 5:00 AM – 10:30 PM. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Single visit pass available for $150 or 15,000 AAdvantage miles, subject to capacity • First and business-class customers on qualifying American Airlines international or transcontinental flights • AAdvantage Executive Platinum, Platinum Pro, Platinum members • ConciergeKey members • Oneworld Emerald and Sapphire members with a same-day ticket on American or Oneworld airlines.
British Airways Lounge – Location: Central Terminal, Concourse E Satellite, airside, Level 4, after security checkpoint. Hours: 1:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: British Airways First and Club World (Business Class) passengers • British Airways Gold and Silver Executive Club members • Oneworld Emerald and Sapphire members on eligible same-day flights. No general pay-at-the-door access.
Turkish Airlines Lounge – Location: Central Terminal, Concourse E, airside, Level 2. Hours: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (One-day pass available for passengers with a valid same-day boarding pass) • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs • First and business-class passengers of Turkish Airlines, United Airlines, Aer Lingus, Air Italy, LOT Airlines, TAP Portugal, and Star Alliance members.
Turkish Airlines Lounge – Location: South Terminal, between Concourses H and J, Airside, Level 3. Hours: Open 24 hours. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: Yes. Sleep Facilities: Yes. (Day beds). Lounge Access: Pay at the door (One-day pass available for passengers with a valid same-day boarding pass) • Lounge membership programs • First and business-class passengers of Turkish Airlines, United Airlines, Aer Lingus, Air Italy, LOT Airlines, TAP Portugal, and Star Alliance members.
Avianca – SALA VIP Lounge – Location: South Terminal, Concourse J, airside, post-security, across from Gate J6. Hours: open 24 hours. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs • Avianca and TAP Air Portugal Business / First Class passengers • Eligible Star Alliance First and Business Class passengers • LifeMiles Gold and Diamond, and Star Alliance Gold members on same-day Star Alliance flights.
Airline Lounges
If you are a First or Business Class traveller, you may have access to the lounges listed below. No walk-in or pay-at-the-door rates available. For more information, check the airline’s website.
American Airlines Flagship First Dining – Location: North Terminal, Concourse D, airside, inside the Flagship Lounge near Gate D30. Hours: unknown. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: First-class passengers on qualifying American Airlines international or 3-cabin transcontinental flights • Invited ConciergeKey members. No walk-in or pay-at-the-door access available.
American Express Centurion Lounge – Location: North Terminal, Concourse D, airside, Level 4 near Gate D12 (Skytrain Station 1). Hours: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Platinum Card Members, Business Platinum Card Members • Corporate Platinum Card Members • Delta SkyMiles Reserve Card Members • Delta SkyMiles Reserve Business Card Members • Centurion Members.
Military Lounges
Military Hospitality Lounge – Inside this volunteer-run lounge, you will have complimentary snacks and beverages, magazines, TV and Free WiFi. Location: Central Terminal, Concourse E, second floor. Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Active and retired military travellers. No walk-in or pay-at-the-door rates available.
Drinking Water
Thirsty? Water bottle refill stations are available. Locations:
Landside:
Concourse D Baggage Claim by Door 1, Level 1 • Concourse D Baggage Claim by Door 6, Level 1 • Concourse D near escalators before Auditorium, Level 3 • Concourse E restrooms by Military Lounge near Door 11, Level 2 • Concourse H Baggage Claim by Door 21, Level 1 • Concourse J men’s restroom by Door 26, Level 2 • Concourse J women’s restroom by Door 27, Level 2 • Concourse J restrooms by Door 33, Level 2.
Airside:
Gate D-20 • Gate D-23 • Concourse E restrooms by checkpoint 5 • Gate F-8 • Gate G-6 • H-J Connector men’s restroom by checkpoint 9 • H-J Connector women’s restroom by checkpoint 9 • Gate J-7 • Gate J-9 •
Food & Drinks
A small number of food outlets operate late or overnight, but true 24-hour dining is limited and subject to change. At the time of this update, these are the 24-hour food options: Subway (Central Terminal, Landside, Level 2, Concourse E) • Dunkin’ Donuts (Central Terminal, Landside, Level 2, Concourse F) • vending machines.
Luggage Storage & Lockers
Luggage storage is available at The Baggage Checkroom. Location: Central Terminal, Concourse E, Level 2. Hours: Approximately 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM. Rates: Typically range from $12 – $24 per item per day, depending on size.
Mobile Charging
Power outlets and USB ports are widely available throughout the terminals, particularly near gates and seating areas. Availability varies by concourse and seating layout, and older areas may have fewer outlets.
Showers
Public showers are not available. Shower access is limited to select airline lounges and is restricted to eligible passengers or those purchasing lounge entry. See Airport Lounges above
WiFi / Internet
Free WiFi is available at Miami Airport; connect to the “MIA-WiFi” network. Commercial free WiFi is available for $4.95 (standard) or $7.95 (Premium).
Security & Safety
Airport staff seem to tolerate sleepers, though they may wake you in the middle of the night to check IDs and tickets.
At the time of this update, we have no reports from travellers commenting on safety issues at Miami Airport. However, sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:
- Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
- Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
- Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
- Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.
Pro-tip: If you sleep in the public zone, don’t be surprised if you receive an early morning wake-up call. Security is known to make the rounds, waking people up as travellers arrive for morning flights.
More Airport Information
Art Exhibitions – Rotating art exhibits and small galleries are displayed throughout the terminals, both before and after security. Displays vary by concourse and change periodically.
Business Center – Dedicated business centres are no longer a reliable option. Limited services such as printing, currency exchange, and basic business support may be available through select International Currency Exchange counters, but travellers should not depend on full business-centre facilities.
Chapel – A quiet, non-denominational chapel is available for reflection or prayer. Christian services in English and Spanish and a weekly Catholic Mass are occasionally offered. The chapel is not open 24 hours, and overnight sleeping is not permitted.
Family Services
- Baby Care Facilities – Private MIAmamas nursing suites are available airside. These lockable rooms provide seating, a fold-down changing surface, power outlets, and space for a stroller or luggage.
- Children’s Play Area – Plane Fun, developed with the Miami Children’s Museum, is an interactive children’s play space with aviation-themed activities and toddler-friendly areas. It is accessible from Concourses D and E.
Information Desk – Tourist information counters provide airport and visitor assistance during daytime and evening hours. Volunteer Ambassadors also circulate through the terminals, and white courtesy phones are available at all times for general information and paging.
Luggage
- Baggage Carts – Need a hand with your luggage? Self-service baggage carts are available throughout the terminals for a fee.
- Luggage Storage & Lockers – see “Luggage Storage & Lockers” above.
- Luggage Wrapping – Protective luggage-wrapping services are available landside in each terminal.
Money
- ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs are widely available throughout the terminals, before and after security.
- Currency Exchange – International Currency Exchange (ICE) kiosks operate in all terminals with varying hours.
Pets
- Pet Relief Area – Indoor pet relief rooms are available airside, and outdoor relief areas are located outside each terminal on the arrivals level.
- Therapy Dogs – Trained therapy dogs occasionally visit the terminals as part of a passenger-comfort program.
Pharmacy – Air Essentials pharmacy locations operate in multiple terminals, offering over-the-counter medications and travel health items. In addition, medication vending machines are placed in select landside and airside areas.
Postal Services – Mailboxes for outgoing letters and postcards are available landside near terminal entrances.
Salon & Spa Services – Spa services such as massages, facials, and nail treatments are available at XpresSpa locations.
Sensory Room – A sensory room designed for travellers with disabilities and sensory sensitivities is available airside in the North Terminal during daytime and evening hours.
Shopping – Duty-free and retail shops operate throughout all terminals with schedules tied to flight activity. Selection and hours vary by concourse.
SIM Cards – The ICE currency exchange sells prepaid SIM cards. Locations: North Terminal, Airside, Concourse D, Level 2, near Gate D19, D29 • North Terminal, Landside, Concourse D, Level 1 and 3 • Central Terminal, Landside, Concourse E and Concourse F, Level 2 • South Terminal, Airside, Concourse H-J Connector, Level 2 • South Terminal, Landside, Concourse J, Level 3, International Arrivals.
Smoking Area – Designated outdoor smoking areas are available outside each terminal. An indoor smoking lounge operates airside in Concourse D within a restaurant space.
Translation / Language Assistance – Language assistance is available through airport information counters in multiple terminals.
Yoga Room – A yoga room with complimentary mats is available in the South Terminal. Location: Terminal H, Landside, Floor 1, near door 21. Hours: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Do you want to make the most of your stopover or long layover by leaving the airport to do some sightseeing? Check out our Miami Airport Layover Sightseeing guide or explore Things to do in Miami on Tripadvisor.
Car Rentals
ACE • Alamo • Avis • Budget • Dollar • Enterprise • Hertz • National • Payless • Royal • Sixt Rent a Car • Thrifty. Location: Rental Car Center. To access, use the MIA Mover, located on Level 3 between the Dolphin and Flamingo garages. The Rental Car Centre is open 24/7 but some operators close at night.
Hotel Shuttles
Several area hotels provide airport shuttle service: Best Western Plus Miami Airport North Hotel & Suites • Candlewood Suites Miami Intl Airport – 36th St • Clarion Inn & Suites • Comfort Suites Miami Airport North • Comfort Inn & Suites • Days Inn by Wyndham Miami Airport North • Element Hotel • Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton • Hilton Hotel • Homewood Suites • Hyatt House • Pullman Hotel • Ramada by Wyndham • Red Roof Plus+ • Regency Hotel • Sheraton Hotel • Sleep Inn • SpringHill Suites Miami Airport South • Tru by Hilton Miami Airport South Blue Lagoon • Wyndham Garden.
Hotel shuttles pick-up/drop-off on Arrivals Level 1 outside baggage claim across from doors 5, 6, 7, 10, 11, 14, 22, 28, 29.
See also Airport Hotels above.
Miami Beach Bus
This bus travels between the Miami Intermodal Center (MIA) and Miami Beach. The Miami Beach Bus makes travelling to/from Miami International Airport to Miami Beach fast, easy and convenient. For just $2.25 each way, passengers can ride aboard 40-foot buses. The Airport Flyer runs every 30 minutes and provides express service from 6:00 AM to 11:40 PM, seven days a week. For more details, visit the Miami Dade website.
Metrorail
Miami Airport is connected to several areas in Miami through the Metrorail’s Orange and Green Lines. For schedules and costs, visit the Miami-Dade website.
Inter-Terminal Transportation
- To move between terminals, take the moving walkways on Level 3.
- Sky Train – (Temporarily unavailable) Walking from one end of Concourse D to the other would take approximately 30 minutes. To save time, you could take the SkyTrain, which has four stations every quarter-mile along the route. Hours: 7:30 AM – 9:00 PM.
- MIA Mover provides a link between the terminals and the car rental facility. Take the moving walkways on the 3rd level to the Central Terminal and MIA Mover Station.
Public Transportation
For travellers looking for more distant adventures, the Tri-Rail provides service to Lauderdale and West Palm Beach.
Additionally, Metro Bus routes 37, 42, 57, J, East-West Connection, and 150 Miami Beach Airport Express connect travellers from the airport to the surrounding region.
Ride Sharing
Uber and Lyft operate throughout the US. A ride to Miami’s Downtown Centre will cost you about $24. Ride-sharing pick-up zones are outside doors: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 11, 15, 20, 23.
Taxis
Taxis are available on the arrival (ground) level of the airport outside the baggage claim areas. For information about the current rates, check the Miami Airport Website.
Last updated: 2026-01-08
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