Travelling from Miami International Airport (MIA) to La Paz Airport (LPB): what you need to know
La Paz's timezone is UTC-4, making La Paz one hour ahead of Miami.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your MIA to LPB flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to explore another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Miami International Airport to La Paz Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Bogota Airport is a sought-after stop between MIA and LPB.
Handy information about Miami International Airport (MIA)
You'll find MIA at 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
Of the departures from Miami International Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
Miami International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Miami. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Miami International Airport to La Paz Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to MIA:
Arriving at La Paz Airport (LPB)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Miami International Airport to La Paz Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LPB instead:
Venture beyond La Paz and head to places that many travellers miss with your own wheels. You can book a La Paz Airport rental car from leading providers like Europcar or Keddy By Europcar.
Booking your vehicle from La Paz Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
When to fly to La Paz Airport (LPB)
July is the most popular month for flights from Miami International Airport to La Paz Airport. For smaller crowds, go to La Paz in March.
Book your flight from Miami International Airport to La Paz Airport for November if you want to go to La Paz during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MIA to LPB in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
Explore more of Bolivia
Cochabamba is just one of the many cities in Bolivia waiting to be discovered once you've seen La Paz. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Ecoturistico Pairumani Park, Iglesia de la Compañía de Jesús and Iglesia de la Recoleta.
Sucre is another must-experience destination in Bolivia and is around 434 kilometres south-east of La Paz. No trip is complete without a visit to La Recoleta, Simon Bolivar Park and Dinosaur Tracks (Cal Orck'o).