Miami from Washington, DC, Dec 11–14: $1,195 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- $120 per person below the highest fare we saw for these dates
- Global Luxury Suites at The Apex Miami, rated 8.1 by 503 guests
- Typical highs 77–79°F, lows near 66°F this time of year
The catch: Not nonstop: a stop on the way, 14h 14m in all.
Worth it if you want sun, sand and a pool; skip it if you want a city to walk.
Round-trip flights on Frontier from Washington, DC to Miami cost $238 per person for Dec 11–14, 2026 when we checked, $120 below the highest fare we saw for these dates. Three places to stay start at $189 a night for the 3-night stay. The total, before you go: $1,116 for two, flights and Global Luxury Suites at The Apex Miami with taxes and fees. Prices move; every link below shows the live price.
The total, before you go
$1,195 for two · 3 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $476 |
| Global Luxury Suites at The Apex Miami, 3 nights, two guests, taxes in | $640 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $79 |
| The total, before you go | $1,195 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $240 |
$120 per person below the highest fare we saw for these dates.
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); the resort fee is counted above. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
$238 per person, round trip
$476 for two, taxes and fees included · Frontier · 1 stop · 14h 14m
Out Fri, Dec 11, 7:00 AM – Fri, Dec 11, 9:14 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier | $238 | 1 stop | 14h 14m |
| Delta | $248 | nonstop | 2h 47m |
| Frontier | $238 | 1 stop | 27h 14m |
Prices checked Oct 16, 2026, 6:02 AM EDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why Miami
Why we picked it: Miami is the best value we priced for these dates: $238 round trip.
Miami pairs a long Atlantic beach with Art Deco architecture, Cuban food and nightlife that runs until sunrise.
Weather in Miami, Dec 11–14
Typical highs 77–79°F, lows near 66°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Dec 11 | 78 °F | 64 °F | Drizzle |
| Sat, Dec 12 | 77 °F | 62 °F | Overcast |
| Sun, Dec 13 | 78 °F | 69 °F | Drizzle |
| Mon, Dec 14 | 79 °F | 70 °F | Rain |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Miami
Global Luxury Suites at The Apex Miami
$640 for 3 nights, two guests · $213 a night
See roomsHotel Trouvail Miami Beach
$671 for 3 nights, two guests · $224 a night
See roomsBest Western Plus Atlantic Beach Resort
$567 for 3 nights, two guests · $189 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
Signature experiences
- 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
- 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 Washington, DC | Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA), Washington Dulles International (IAD), Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall (BWI) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Miami | Miami International (MIA), Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL) |
| Flight time | 14h 14m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 924 miles each way |
| Time difference | same time zone |
What 3 nights in Miami costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $476 |
| Hotel, 3 nights (Global Luxury Suites at The Apex Miami) | $640 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 3 days for two | $780 |
| Total for two | $1,896 |
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: Washington, DC to Miami
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $238 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $238 (Oct 16, 2026) |
| Price checks | 3 |
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
Questions readers ask
How much does 3 nights in Miami from Washington, DC cost?
About $1,896 for two: $476 in flights, $640 for the hotel and $780 for food, getting around and tickets.
What is the weather like in Miami Dec 11–14?
Typical highs 77–79°F, lows near 66°F this time of year
Do I need a passport for Miami?
No. No passport needed for travelers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Miami.
How long is the flight from Washington, DC to Miami?
14h 14m with 1 stop on Frontier, on the fare we found.
Is $238 a good price for Washington, DC to Miami?
We have 3 price checks on this route so far, not enough to call a price typical; the route page lists every fare we found and the history builds with each check.
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