Which Miami airport is cheapest?

Which Miami Airport is Cheapest?

Planning a quick getaway from Miami? FareRadius helps you find the cheapest one-way fares and decide which airport is best for your budget and travel style. Miami is served by three main airports: Miami International Airport (MIA), Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), and President Donald J. Trump International Airport (PBI). We've compared one-way fares to popular destinations to help you make an informed choice.

Comparing Miami's Airports for Your Trip

When looking for the lowest one-way fares, FLL often comes out on top for many destinations, especially if you prioritize direct flights. FLL offers 29 nonstop routes, slightly more than MIA's 15. PBI has the fewest nonstop options, with only 4.

• For New York: MIA offers the lowest one-way fare at $88 (Frontier Airlines, not direct), compared to FLL's $98 (Frontier Airlines, not direct). PBI is significantly more expensive at $156 (jetBlue, direct).
• For Atlanta: MIA is slightly cheaper at $29 (Frontier Airlines, direct) versus FLL's $31 (Frontier Airlines, direct).
• For Chicago: FLL is the clear winner at $32 (Allegiant Air, direct). MIA is $69 (Frontier Airlines, not direct), and PBI is $184 (Breeze Airways, not direct).
• For Dallas: MIA has the lowest one-way fare at $22 (Frontier Airlines, direct), while FLL is $67 (Frontier Airlines, direct).
• For Boston: MIA offers a one-way fare of $107 (American Airlines, direct), slightly less than FLL's $110 (Allegiant Air, direct). PBI is $275 (United Airlines, direct).
• For Washington: Both MIA and FLL offer one-way fares at $19 (Frontier Airlines, direct).
• For Baltimore: FLL has a one-way fare of $19 (Frontier Airlines, direct), beating MIA's $22 (Frontier Airlines, direct).
• For Charlotte: MIA is cheaper at $27 (Frontier Airlines, direct) compared to FLL's $69 (jetBlue, direct).
• For Cleveland: MIA offers a one-way fare of $39 (Frontier Airlines, direct), while FLL is $71 (Frontier Airlines, direct).
• For Columbus: FLL is significantly cheaper at $27 (Frontier Airlines, direct) versus MIA's $91 (Frontier Airlines, not direct).
• For Cincinnati: FLL offers a one-way fare of $31 (Allegiant Air, direct), much lower than MIA's $129 (Frontier Airlines, not direct).
• For Detroit: FLL is the best option at $37 (Frontier Airlines, direct). PBI is $97 (Southwest Airlines, not direct).
• For Orlando: FLL is slightly cheaper at $50 (Frontier Airlines, not direct) compared to MIA's $56 (Frontier Airlines, not direct). PBI is $120 (Allegiant Air, not direct).
• For San Juan: MIA offers a one-way fare of $65 (Frontier Airlines, direct), while FLL is $80 (Frontier Airlines, direct). PBI is $154 (Southwest Airlines, not direct).

As you can see, FLL often has more direct flight options and competitive one-way fares, especially for destinations like Chicago, Columbus, Cincinnati, and Detroit. MIA is strong for destinations like Dallas, Charlotte, and San Juan. PBI generally has higher prices and fewer direct flights, making it a less frequent choice for budget travelers.

When to Choose a Further Airport

If you're looking for the absolute lowest one-way fare and have some flexibility, checking FLL is often worthwhile. For example, a one-way flight to Chicago from FLL is $32 and direct, while from MIA it's $69 and not direct. The savings could make the extra drive to FLL worth it for a weekend trip. However, for destinations like Washington, where both MIA and FLL offer the same $19 one-way direct fare, choosing the airport closest to you makes more sense to save on travel time.

Always compare the total cost and travel time. Sometimes a slightly higher one-way fare from an airport closer to you can save you time and hassle, especially for a short trip.