How busy is Miami International right now?

The TSA wait at MIA is about 23-29 minutes. Check live conditions, weather, and FAA delay status above for a full picture of how busy MIA is right now.

What is the FAA airport status for MIA?

The FAA airport status for MIA (Miami International) shows current delays, ground stops, and departure/arrival delay programs. MIA has an on-time departure rate of 76%, with an average delay of 77 minutes when delays occur. Check above for live FAA status and real-time conditions.

Is MIA busy right now?

Check the live status above for real-time conditions at Miami International (MIA). TSA wait is currently about 23-29 minutes. Overall, 76% of flights depart on time from MIA. The least busy time for security is 4 AM (about 5 min).

Is Miami International operating normally today?

Check the live FAA status and delay data above for current operations at MIA. On a typical day, 76% of departures from Miami International are on time. When delays occur, they average about 77 minutes. The most common reason for departure delays here is the incoming plane arriving late.

Are there delays at Miami International today?

Check the live delay tracker above for current MIA delays. Historically, 76% of departures are on time, and when delays occur they average 77 minutes. About 1.7% of flights are cancelled. The most common reason for departure delays here is the incoming plane arriving late.

What is the average departure delay at Miami International?

When departures at MIA (Miami International) are delayed, the average delay is about 77 minutes. Overall, 76% of flights depart on time. About 1.7% of flights are cancelled.

What causes the most departure delays at Miami International?

The most common reason for departure delays here is the incoming plane arriving late. At MIA, 76% of departures are on time, and when delays occur they average 77 minutes.

Is it safe to book a tight connection at Miami International?

MIA sees a moderate number of delays, so we recommend at least 90 minutes for domestic connections and 2 hours for international.

What's the best time to fly from Miami International?

Early morning flights (before 8 AM) tend to have the best on-time performance at most airports, including MIA. For shorter security lines, aim for 4 AM (about 5 min). Midweek flights (Tuesday and Wednesday) also tend to see fewer delays than weekend or Monday departures.

MIA is having a rough day. TSA is running ~26 min.

Check your airline app before leaving. Only 76% on time. avg delay 77 min. TSA: about 23-29 minutes.

Updated 5:16 PM UTC

MIA Miami Delays & Airport Status

Q: What are TSA wait times at MIA?

The TSA wait at MIA is about 23-29 minutes. The fastest time through security is 4 AM (about 5 min). The busiest period is 9 PM (31-37 minutes). Wait times are similar throughout the week.

Miami International(Miami Airport)

MIA delays today: Miami International has an on-time departure rate of about 76%. The FAA airport status for MIA typically shows an average delay of 77 minutes when departures are delayed. The most common reason for departure delays here is the incoming plane arriving late. Roughly 1.7% of flights are cancelled. The typical taxi-out time from gate to takeoff is about 20 minutes. The current TSA wait is about 23-29 minutes. The fastest time through security is 4 AM (about 5 min). The busiest period is 9 PM (31-37 minutes).

Source: BTS, FAA. Updated October 2026.

Miami International is the gateway to Latin America — massive, busy, and summer-storm-prone.

→Terminal D is American's massive hub — it's the largest terminal complex in the airport. Allow extra time to reach your gate; some walks from security to the gate exceed 15 minutes.
→Summer afternoon thunderstorms (June–September) are almost a daily event and cause ground stops regularly between 2–6 PM. Book morning departures when possible.
→MIA Mover connects the main terminal to the Rental Car Center — budget 15 minutes for the ride plus shuttle or car return.
→Miami Metrorail has a direct station at MIA (Orange Line). It's the most reliable way to reach downtown; a cab in Miami traffic can easily double your travel time.

MIA handles more international passengers than almost any other U.S. airport, which means customs and immigration lines can be brutal on afternoon arrivals. Summer convective weather is the single biggest delay driver — it's fast-moving and extremely difficult to predict even hours out.