Car Rental Destinations / United States
🌴 Renting a Car in Miami
Miami is spread out, and a car opens up everything from Wynwood and Little Havana to a Florida Keys road trip. Just know that parking in South Beach and Brickell can be expensive and hard to find.
Picking up at Miami International (MIA)
Rental companies are at MIA's Rental Car Center, connected to the terminal by the MIA Mover, a free automated train. Follow the MIA Mover signs from the terminal — it's a short ride.
Tolls and driving
- Many major roads around Miami use electronic tolls. Ask your rental company how they bill tolls and what service fee they add.
- Traffic is heavy at rush hour — plan airport returns with extra time.
- Afternoon thunderstorms are common in summer. Slow down when the rain hits; roads get slick fast.
Heading to the Keys?
The drive down the Overseas Highway is one of the best road trips in the country. A comfortable midsize or SUV with good A/C beats a tiny economy car for the long stretch. If you want a convertible, it's the place for it — just budget for sunscreen.
Heading to Miami? Clutch recommends the right rental for your dates, group, and weather — and flags the tolls and fees to watch.
Plan my Miami rental →Frequently asked questions
How do I get to the rental cars at Miami airport?
Take the MIA Mover, a free automated train, from the terminal to the Rental Car Center, where the rental companies are located.
Do I need a car in Miami?
It depends. If you're staying in South Beach and staying local, you can get by without one. For exploring different neighborhoods or driving to the Keys, a car makes it much easier.
Before you book anywhere, read rental car hidden fees and how to avoid damage charges.
Add your Miami travel dates and who's coming — Clutch recommends the right car, gives it a Rental Deal Score, checks the weather, and lists the best rental companies near your destination.
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