The Trip Hack Guide to Miami: How to Eat, Sleep & Travel for Less!

Airfare Hacks:

Cheapest time to go:  Late April.

Most Expensive:  July and December.

When to fly:  Fly out on a Tuesday, return on a Thursday.

Best time to buy: On a Friday 4-6 weeks in advance.

Cheapest Airfare to Miami always found using: Skyscanner

Best Airlines: Air Canada, WestJet, and United Airlines have the lowest fares.

Am I getting a good tour? Good tours for this route are priced below $223 with Skyscanner. 

Accommodation Hacks:

Recommended Budget Hotel: Regency Hotel Miami starting at $184. More budget hotels available here. 

Recommended Luxury Hotel: W Miami starting at $565. More luxury hotels available here. 

Airport Transportation:

Shared Transfer: Starting at $22/person CAD. You can compare all shuttle prices, and book with Skyscanner here. 

Metro: One way ride is $2.25 USD. To ride Metrorail, you will need an EASY Card or EASY Ticket as the new faregates do not accept cash. More information available here. 

Tip: Most hotels and resorts in the Miami beach area offer a complimentary shuttle. Be sure to check with your hotel to arrange this.

 Transportation:

If you’re not staying in a centrally located area like South Beach, then it’s highly advisable to rent a car while in the area.

Car Rental: Average prices are $130/ week (taxes included). The best rates are available with Skyscanner here. 

Taxis: Surcharge of $2.50 for the pick-up and an additional $0.40 for each sixth of a mile traveled.

Public Transportation: Fares are $2.25 USD for a single journey on the bus or metro rail.

Food & Drinks:

Fast Food Meal: $7 USD/person

Meal at an inexpensive restaurant: $15 USD/person

Mid-range 2 course meal: $30 USD/ person

Beer: $5.00 USD each

Cocktail: $8-10 each

Groceries for the week: $40-50 USD per week

Food & Drink Trip: Most restaurants in South Beach are overpriced at $25 a meal but if you head to Little Havana, you can eat delicious Mexican and Cuban food for less than $10.  

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