Miami International Airport (MIA) – Miami, Florida, USA

Your comprehensive guide to Miami International Airport (IATA: MIA, ICAO: KMIA), serving Miami, South Florida, and international destinations.

🏢 Terminal Information & Services

MIA consists of three main terminals: North, Central, and South, each with multiple concourses (A through H). All terminals connect via the SKYTRAIN and automated people mover. Amenities include:

Concourse A (Gates A1–A6) – North Terminal Domestic

• Served by American Airlines (domestic and short-haul), Delta, and select low-cost carriers.
• Dining & Retail:
  • Miami Juice Company – Fresh juices near Gate A3.
  • Hudson News – Near Gate A1.
• Free Wi-Fi, charging stations, restrooms, and family facilities throughout.
• Pet Relief Areas: Indoor station near Gate A2 and outdoor area adjacent to Concourse A entrance.

Concourse D & E (Gates D1–D16, E1–E11) – Central Terminal International

• Concourse D: Domestic flights served by American, United, Delta, and low-cost carriers (Gates D1–D16).
• Concourse E: International flights to Europe, South America, and Caribbean (Gates E1–E11).
• Dining & Retail:
  • Ceviche 105 – Latin cuisine near Gate E3.
  • Dolce Italia – Espresso and pastries near Gate D6.
  • Duty-Free Shops – After immigration in Concourse E.
• Lounges:
  • American Admirals Club – Concourse D near Gate D9.
  • Delta Sky Club – Concourse D near Gate D8.
  • United Club – Concourse D near Gate D5.
  • British Airways Galleries Lounge – Concourse E after immigration.
• Free Wi-Fi, charging stations, restrooms, and family facilities throughout.
• Pet Relief Areas: Indoor station near Gate D3 and outdoor relief adjacent to Concourse D entrance.

Concourse H (Gates H1–H9) – South Terminal International

• Served primarily by American Airlines for Latin America, Europe, and intercontinental routes (Gates H1–H9).
• Dining & Retail:
  • Primanti Brothers – Sandwiches near Gate H4.
  • Le Pain Quotidien – Bakery and café near Gate H2.
  • Duty-Free Shops – International arrivals area.
• Lounges:
  • American Admirals Club – Concourse H near Gate H5.
  • LATAM Lounge – Concourse H after security.
• Free Wi-Fi, charging stations, restrooms, and family facilities throughout.
• Pet Relief Areas: Indoor station near Gate H1 and outdoor relief adjacent to Concourse H entrance.

Central Terminal Lobby (Ticketing & Baggage Claim)

• Check-in & Ticketing counters for all airlines located on Level 3 of Central Terminal.
• Shared baggage claim carousels on Levels 1 and 2 for domestic, international, and VIP arrivals.
• Airport Information Desks and Lost & Found on Level 1 near baggage claim.
• Restrooms, family restrooms, and nursing rooms adjacent to the main rotunda.
• Retail & Dining (Landside):
  • Cipriani Bar & Restaurant – Near ticketing rotunda.
  • Joe & The Juice – Near Security Checkpoint for fresh juices.
  • Car Rental Facility – On Level 1; agencies include Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Alamo, Thrifty, and Dollar.

✈️ Runways & Aircraft Services

• Runway 9/27: 8,506 ft × 150 ft, asphalt/concrete – Handles domestic and international arrivals and departures.
• Runway 12/30: 8,605 ft × 150 ft, asphalt/concrete – Parallel runway used for arrivals and departures, including heavy jets.
• Runway 8/26: 3,301 ft × 75 ft, asphalt – General aviation and rotary-wing operations.
• General Aviation FBOs:
  • Signature Flight Support – Full-service fuel (Jet A, Avgas), hangars, maintenance, and pilot lounges.
  • Atlantic Aviation – Executive services, fueling, hangars, and pilot amenities.
• Cargo Facilities: Dedicated cargo ramps for FedEx, UPS, DHL, and major freight carriers. On-field cargo terminals support perishable and high-value goods.
• Maintenance & Repair: On-field MRO providers offering line maintenance, avionics, major aircraft inspections, and heavy maintenance.
• Noise Abatement: Continuous descent approach procedures, preferential runway use, and departure corridors to minimize noise over surrounding communities.

🚗 Ground Transportation

• Miami-Dade Transit (MDT):
  • Metrobus Route 7 connects MIA to downtown Miami and Miami Beach—check schedules at miamidade.gov/transit.
  • Route 37 provides service to Little Havana and Opa-locka—check schedules at miamidade.gov/transit.
• Metrorail: MIA Metrorail Station on the Orange Line provides direct service to downtown Miami, Brickell, and Coconut Grove—check schedules at miamidade.gov/transit.
• Tri-Rail: MIA Thruway Connector Bus connects the airport to Tri-Rail station in Hialeah for service to West Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale—check schedules at trirail.com.
• Shuttle Services:
  • MIA Mover provides free automated people mover service between terminals and rental car center.
  • Shared-ride shuttles to Miami Beach, Fort Lauderdale, and nearby hotels—reserve in advance.
• Taxi & Rideshare:
  • Taxi stands located on all terminal curbs; flat rates to Miami Beach and downtown.
  • Rideshare (Uber, Lyft) pickup at designated zones outside baggage claim on Level 1.
• Rental Cars:
  • Rental Car Center accessible via MIA Mover on Level 2 of Central Terminal. Agencies include Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Alamo, Thrifty, and Dollar.
• Parking:
  • Central Terminal Garage: Covered parking adjacent to Central Terminal with pedestrian skywalks to ticketing levels.
  • North Garage: Covered parking adjacent to North Terminal with walkway access.
  • South Parking: Surface lot near South Terminal; shuttle service to terminal every 5 minutes.
  • Economy Lots: Long-term surface parking with shuttle service to all terminals every 10 minutes.
  • Valet Parking: Available at Central and South Terminals for quick drop-off/pick-up.
  • Cell Phone Waiting Lot: Free waiting area off LeJeune Road—monitor flight status and pick up passengers at the curb when ready.
• Private Car & Limousine: Prearranged pickups curbside outside each terminal—follow signage to limo zones.
• Bike & Pedestrian Access: Bike racks near Central and North Terminal entrances; sidewalks connect to LeJeune Road and NW 36th Street.

📞 Contact & Official Information

Miami International Airport is owned and operated by Miami-Dade Aviation Department.

• Official Site: miami-airport.com
• Phone (General Information): +1 305-876-7000
• Airport Administration: +1 305-876-7032
• FBO – Signature Flight Support: +1 305-470-7711
• FBO – Atlantic Aviation: +1 305-871-4011
• Lost & Found: +1 305-876-7300
• Address: 2100 NW 42nd Ave, Miami, FL 33126, USA