Miami from Raleigh-Durham, Dec 3–6: $1,411 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, because
- Frontier nonstop, 2h 14m, out at 6:00 AM, landing 8:14 AM
- $122 per person, $34 below the typical fare on this route
- Typical highs of 79–81°F, and free cancellation at MB Hotel
The catch: A checked bag is about $240 for two and isn't in the $1,411, and neither is any resort fee.
Worth it if you want a warm beach long weekend and don't mind an early start; skip it if a 6:00 AM flight is a dealbreaker.
Worth it for the two of you: the whole trip is $1,411 for two, all in. That's the Frontier nonstop at $244 plus 3 nights at MB Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham at $1,167, taxes and fees included, leaving Thursday, Dec 3 and coming home Sunday, Dec 6, 2026. A checked bag, any resort fee and spending money aren't in that total.
The total, before you go
$1,411 for two · 3 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $244 |
| MB Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham, 3 nights, two guests, taxes in | $1,167 |
| The total, before you go | $1,411 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $240 |
$34 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $60 each way per bag on Frontier, $240 for two round trip); a resort fee, if the hotel has one, is collected at the desk. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
$122 per person, round trip
$244 for two, taxes and fees included · Frontier · nonstop · 2h 14m
Out Thu, Dec 3, 6:00 AM – Thu, Dec 3, 8:14 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier | $122 | nonstop | 2h 14m |
| Frontier | $127 | 1 stop | 19h 3m |
| Frontier | $156 | 1 stop | 16h 32m |
Prices checked Oct 14, 2026, 1:03 AM EDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
The fare is $122 per person, $34 below the typical fare on this route, a 22% gap, and it's the lowest we've seen in 30 days. Across the 12 offers we checked, fares ran from $122 to $274 per person. Early December is the start of Miami's peak season, with warm dry days and the highest hotel rates, so a low fare helps balance out the room. Typical highs for these dates are 79–81°F with lows near 65°F. That's beach weather for a long weekend without much time off: 2h 14m in the air, no time change and no passport. Prices were all-in when we found them and can change, so check the live price before you decide.
The kind of trip this is
A warm-weather long weekend for two: beach mornings, Art Deco walks, Cuban food and nightlife if you want it. Landing at 8:14 AM gives you most of Thursday on the sand. It suits couples or two friends who like a mix of lazy beach time and city eating, at an easy pace, with one bigger outing like the Everglades if you're up for it.
Weather in Miami, Dec 3–6
Typical highs 79–81°F, lows near 65°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Dec 3 | 79 °F | 66 °F | Overcast |
| Fri, Dec 4 | 79 °F | 64 °F | Overcast |
| Sat, Dec 5 | 81 °F | 66 °F | Overcast |
| Sun, Dec 6 | 80 °F | 65 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Miami
MB Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham is our pick and the hotel in the total: $1,167 for 3 nights ($389 a night), rated 8 from 2,077 reviews, with free cancellation. It's in North Beach, Miami Beach. Trump International Beach Resort - Sunny Isles Beach is the top rated at 8.2 from 1,934 reviews, $1,254 for the stay ($418 a night), with a bay view room but no free cancellation. Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Marco Polo Beach Resort is the budget choice at $716 for the stay ($239 a night), rated 6.7 from 1,603 reviews, with free cancellation. If you'd rather be in the middle of it, South Beach has the Art Deco hotels, Ocean Drive and the widest stretch of sand. Mid-Beach has quieter oceanfront resorts a short ride from the South Beach scene.
MB Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
$1,167 for 3 nights, two guests · $389 a night
See roomsTrump International Beach Resort - Sunny Isles Beach
$1,254 for 3 nights, two guests · $418 a night
See roomsRamada Plaza by Wyndham Marco Polo Beach Resort
$716 for 3 nights, two guests · $239 a night
See roomsAll hotels in Miami for these dates
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Where in Miami
- South Beach: Art Deco hotels, Ocean Drive and the widest stretch of sand.
- Mid-Beach: Quieter oceanfront resorts a short ride from the South Beach scene.
- Brickell: High-rise hotels, rooftop bars and easy access to downtown dining.
- Wynwood: Street art, galleries and breweries in a walkable creative district.
- Coconut Grove: Leafy bayside village with a relaxed, local feel.
What to do in Miami
- Walk the Art Deco Historic District on Ocean Drive
- Eat a Cubano and drink cafecito on Calle Ocho in Little Havana
- See the murals of Wynwood Walls, then stay for the galleries and breweries
- Take an airboat ride in the Everglades
- Spend a day at Crandon Park on Key Biscayne
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Raleigh-Durham | Raleigh-Durham International (RDU) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Miami | Miami International (MIA), Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL) |
| Flight time | 2h 14m nonstop |
| Distance | 696 miles each way |
| Time difference | same time zone |
What 3 nights in Miami costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $244 |
| Hotel, 3 nights (MB Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham) | $1,167 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 3 days for two | $780 |
| Total for two | $2,191 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for an upscale destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Raleigh-Durham to Miami
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $122 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $122 (Oct 14, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $156 |
| Price checks | 7 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travelers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Miami.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- Peak season with warm dry days and the highest hotel rates
- No passport needed, and you pay in US dollars
- No time difference from Raleigh-Durham; the flight covers 696 miles in 2h 14m
- Miami International (MIA) is the arrival airport; Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL) also serves the area
- We didn't find the return flight times on Dec 6, so check them before you book
- Plan on about $780 in spending money for two, $130 per person a day, which brings the trip to $2,191
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Yes. The nonstop is $122 per person, 22% under the typical fare on this route, the hotel in the total is rated 8 with free cancellation, and typical highs for Dec 3–6 are 79–81°F.
How much is the whole trip for two?
$1,411 for two, all in: $244 for the Frontier flights plus $1,167 for 3 nights at MB Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham. A checked bag, about $240 for two, any resort fee and spending money are extra.
What's the weather like?
Typical highs are 79–81°F with lows near 65°F this time of year. December is peak season, with warm dry days.
Is 3 nights enough?
For a beach long weekend, yes. The flight is 2h 14m and lands at 8:14 AM on Thursday, so you get close to three full days for Ocean Drive, Little Havana and the beach.
Do I need a passport?
No. Miami is a domestic trip from Raleigh-Durham, with no time difference and US dollars.
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