Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Miami International Airport (MIA): what you need to know
The timezone in Miami is UTC-4, which is 15 hours behind Sydney.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your SYD to MIA flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Miami International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between SYD and MIA include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Miami International Airport (MIA)
$678 is currently the best price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Miami International Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,120. These prices can change based on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from SYD to MIA, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Miami International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Miami International Airport.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, data shows 69.62% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Miami International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near SYD:
Arriving at Miami International Airport (MIA)
Reserve a hotel near MIA if you have a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Miami International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Miami International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from A&G Car Hire, MLC or Dollar and chase adventure across Miami and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Miami International Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Miami International Airport (MIA) to central Miami
You'll find MIA at 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
Miami International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Miami. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Miami International Airport (MIA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Miami International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Miami in April.
Book your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Miami International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Miami during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SYD to MIA in January. Temperatures average between 13ºC (55ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
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