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How to get from Miami to Los Angeles

Compare all transport options: bus, ferry, train, flight. Prices, durations and practical tips.

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FASTEST
2h 46min
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From
204€
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Distance
3758 km
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Checked offer from Miami to Los Angeles: Flight, about 2h 46min – 3h 36min, from €204. Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on November 6, 2026): Frontier Airlines, JetBlue, Breeze Airways; main departure point: Miami Airport.

Distance: 3758 km. Data updated on .

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2h 46min – 3h 36min
204 – 310 €
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🚌 Departure from Miami
📍Flights depart from Miami International Airport (MIA), the city's main airport. It has several terminals, so check your e-ticket for the right one and arrive early enough for check-in, security and, if needed, ID checks.
🚇From central Miami, you can reach MIA by taxi or rideshare, which is the simplest option with luggage. Public transport is also available, including Metrorail connecting to the airport area, and some hotels offer their own shuttles.
⏰Departures run on several flights per day, with schedules varying by airline and season. Check the results table for current times, and choose a departure that leaves room for transport to the airport.
💸 Transport from 204€ per person
⚡ Fastest: 2h 46min
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Companies selling this route on 12Go

Offers listed on 12Go on November 6, 2026 for a departure on November 27, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.

CompanyModeDeparts fromFromOffers
Frontier Airlines Flight Miami Airport €204 12
JetBlue Flight Fort Lauderdale Airport €217 7
Breeze Airways Flight Fort Lauderdale Airport €303 1
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Practical tips

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Check the airport code twice

Your departure airport is Miami International (MIA) and you land at Los Angeles International (LAX). Confirm both codes on your e-ticket before leaving, since the region has other airports and a wrong choice can wreck your plans.

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Compare nonstop and one-stop options

Fares and travel time vary depending on whether the flight is nonstop or connects through a hub. Look at the number of stops in the results table, and pick the itinerary that fits your budget and energy level.

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Don't cut connections too close

If your flight has a stop, leave a generous margin between arrival and the next departure. US airports are large, terminals can be far apart, and a missed connection on a single ticket is much easier to fix than on separate bookings.

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Book early for better fares

Domestic fares tend to rise as the date gets closer, especially during school holidays and long weekends. Booking well ahead gives you more choice of schedules and usually a lower fare on this popular coast-to-coast route.

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Plan your ride from LAX in advance

Los Angeles is spread out and LAX is not next to most neighborhoods. Before you land, decide whether you will use a shuttle, rideshare, taxi or public transport, and note your hotel's address offline so you arrive without stress.

The journey experience

Miami to Los Angeles is a true coast-to-coast leg of roughly 2,700 miles, so the real question is which mode makes sense at all. For this route, the option to look at is the plane. The table on this page lays out durations and price ranges so you can judge at a glance.

Flying connects Miami International Airport (MIA) with Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Some itineraries are nonstop, others include a stop in a hub city, which changes both the pace of your day and the fare. You skip the endless highway miles, save your energy for the city, and check your luggage in once. Booking online gives you an instant e-ticket, so nothing needs printing.

Our advice: choose your flight by the number of stops, not just the fare, and leave a comfortable margin if you connect. Check the airport codes on your ticket, MIA for departure and LAX for arrival, so you never head to the wrong airport. Book early for better prices, keep your passport handy, and plan your ride into the city before you leave the arrivals area.

Frequently asked questions — Miami → Los Angeles

Why visit Los Angeles?

  • ✓ Walk the Hollywood Walk of Fame and take in the view of the Hollywood Sign from Griffith Observatory
  • ✓ Spend a sunset on Santa Monica Pier and cycle the beachfront path to Venice Beach
  • ✓ Tour a film studio at Universal Studios Hollywood or Warner Bros. Studio
  • ✓ Explore the Getty Center for world-class art, gardens and panoramic city views
  • ✓ Browse the Grand Central Market and the street art of the Arts District in Downtown LA
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Recommended stay
3 to 5 nights — distances are large, so you need time for several districts and traffic

When to visit Los Angeles?

MEDITERRANEAN CLIMATE

March to May and September to November — warm sunny days, mild evenings and fewer crowds than in summer

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In Los Angeles — Plan your stay
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What to do in Los Angeles?

Local experiences, must-see sights and activities selected for you

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Hollywood Walk of Fame & TCL Theatre
Stroll Hollywood Boulevard to see the stars and the celebrity handprints outside the TCL Chinese Theatre. Free to walk. Go early morning, before 9am, to avoid crowds and street performers. Take the Metro B Line to Hollywood/Highland rather than driving, as parking is costly (around 15€).
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Griffith Observatory at Sunset
Free entry to this 1935 landmark with views of the Hollywood Sign and the city skyline. Closed Mondays. Parking is limited and fills fast, so take the DASH Observatory shuttle from Vermont/Sunset Metro station (about 0,50€). Arrive one hour before sunset for the best light.
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Santa Monica Pier and Venice Beach
Walk or cycle the 4 km beach path between Santa Monica Pier and Venice Boardwalk, passing Muscle Beach and the skate park. Bike rentals start around 8€ per hour. Weekday mornings are calmer. Take the Metro E Line to Downtown Santa Monica to skip the expensive beachfront parking.
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The Getty Center Art and Gardens
This hilltop museum offers free admission, with European paintings, architecture by Richard Meier and a lovely Central Garden. Parking costs around 20€. Book a timed entry online in advance. Visit after 3pm for fewer visitors and golden light over the city. Closed Mondays.
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Grand Central Market Food Tour
Open since 1917 in Downtown LA, this market hosts about 40 stalls: tacos, pupusas, ramen, Egg Slut sandwiches. Budget 10-15€ for a filling meal. Go at weekday lunch before noon to avoid queues. Combine with the nearby Bradbury Building and Angels Flight railway.
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Walt Disney Concert Hall and Broad
Frank Gehry's steel-clad concert hall is free to admire outside, with free self-guided audio tours inside on select days. Next door, The Broad contemporary art museum has free general admission, but reserve online or queue early. Tuesday to Sunday only.
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Hike Runyon Canyon or Griffith Trails
Runyon Canyon offers a free 5 km loop with views of the city and, on clear days, the ocean. For fewer people, take the Griffith Park trail to Mount Hollywood summit (about 5 km round trip). Bring water and start before 8am, since summer heat is strong and shade is scarce.
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Abbot Kinney and Venice Canals
Away from the boardwalk crowds, the Venice Canals form a quiet residential network of footbridges and gardens, built in 1905 and inspired by Italy. Free to walk, about 30 minutes. Then browse Abbot Kinney Boulevard's independent shops and cafés. Go on weekday mornings for tranquility.

How long to visit Los Angeles?

3 to 5 days

Plan 4 to 5 days to cover the essentials: Hollywood, Santa Monica and Venice, Griffith Observatory, Getty Center and a studio tour. With 3 days, stick to two or three areas to limit time lost in traffic. Rent a car or budget for rideshares, as distances are huge, and avoid driving between 4 and 7 pm.

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