A private transfer from MIA Airport to Residence Inn by Marriott Miami Beach Surfside covers 11.1 miles (17.8 km) in about 31 to 33 minutes via I-95, riding in a Black SUV or private van with a bilingual driver, at a flat rate from $80 per vehicle. One fixed fare carries your whole group to or from MIA Airport and Residence Inn by Marriott Miami Beach Surfside — no surge, no per-person charge.
The price is flat and per vehicle, locked the moment you book, with tolls and fuel already inside it.
The simplest way is a pre-booked private car that meets you curbside the moment you land. You reserve once and pick the vehicle that fits your party: a Black SUV for up to 5 travelers, a private Sprinter van for 6 to 9, or the larger private van for 10 to 14. Because your driver tracks the inbound flight in real time, the car is already waiting at the curb outside your MIA terminal when you walk out — no app to open, no line to join, no negotiating after baggage claim. The driver loads your luggage, confirms the destination, and heads straight to Surfside with no extra stops along the way. To book, message us on WhatsApp or email with your flight number, arrival time, party size, and bag count, and we confirm the vehicle and the flat fare before trip day. The same arrangement works in reverse for your departure back to MIA.
The fare you see is the fare you pay — a flat rate locked at booking that never moves for rush hour, rain, or demand. Your vehicle is reserved for your group alone, so you never share the cabin with strangers and never make detours to pick anyone else up. Every driver is bilingual, speaking English plus Spanish or Portuguese, which keeps arrival logistics easy when you have just stepped off a long flight. Your standard luggage allowance of one checked bag and one carry-on per passenger travels with you, and oversized items are handled when you flag them ahead. Booking and updates happen over direct WhatsApp with a real person, not a faceless queue, so a question gets a quick answer. The result is a calmer, more coordinated arrival into Surfside than piecing together transport at the curb after you land.
The drive runs about 31 minutes off-peak and stretches to roughly 33 minutes at the busiest hours. Over the 11.1-mile route, most of the distance follows I-95 before turning east toward the Surfside oceanfront. The peak-versus-off-peak gap stays small here — only a couple of minutes — because the corridor moves fairly steadily even in heavier traffic, unlike longer cross-county runs. Morning and late-afternoon commuter waves and weekend beach traffic are the main reasons the trip ever tips toward the upper end of that window. Your driver knows the local timing and chooses the cleanest path on the day, so the estimate holds whether you arrive at midday or in the thick of rush hour. Because the rate is flat, those few extra minutes in traffic never change what you pay — the meter idea simply does not exist here.
Residence Inn by Marriott Miami Beach Surfside sits in a quiet, residential oceanside town just up the coast from the busier stretches of Miami Beach. The hotel itself is an extended-stay property where the suites include full kitchens, making it a natural fit for families and longer trips. Step outside and the mood is relaxed and walkable: a wide sandy Atlantic beach, low-key local cafés and restaurants, and the upscale Bal Harbour shopping district within the surrounding area. The neighborhood trades nightlife noise for calm streets and easy beach access, which is exactly why many travelers choose Surfside over South Beach. You can read more about the property on the hotel’s official overview or browse things to do around the hotel before you arrive.
This stretch suits beach-focused, low-stress stays — families, couples, and longer visits that lean on the suite kitchens and a calmer street scene. Days center on the ocean, casual dining, and the nearby Bal Harbour shopping area, with the energy of South Beach a short ride away whenever you want it rather than outside your window.
The flat fare already covers all tolls, SunPass charges, and fuel, so the price quoted at booking is the full price with nothing added at the end. Onboard you get WiFi through a mobile hotspot to settle in or send a quick message. Your standard luggage — one checked bag and one carry-on per passenger — rides included, and the curbside pickup with live flight tracking is part of the rate, not an upsell. Everything you need for a clean door-to-door run is bundled into the single per-vehicle figure.
A few options sit outside the base rate. An in-terminal meet-and-greet with a name sign is an optional paid add-on rather than the standard curbside pickup. The first child seat for a child under 5 is free; each additional seat carries an extra fee confirmed at booking. Trips outside daytime hours add the night surcharge listed below.
Small pets are welcome with advance notice over WhatsApp, traveling in a pet carrier. For extra or oversized bags beyond the one-checked-plus-one-carry-on allowance, message us before the trip — we confirm the space or size you up to a larger private van. Flagging it ahead keeps the right vehicle waiting for you.
We run private vehicles only, so whichever tier you pick is reserved for your party alone. Match the cabin to your headcount and luggage, and reserve the one that fits.
Payment is split so it stays simple and secure. You can settle with Venmo, Zelle, or a secure payment link, and cash is accepted for nearby, close-in pickups. A round trip costs double the one-way price, billed as one easy booking for both directions.
Trips that run outside the daytime window of 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM carry a modest surcharge. The amount depends on your vehicle.
Nothing changes on your end. Your driver tracks the inbound flight in real time and re-times the curbside pickup to your actual landing, so a delay or early arrival is handled automatically. Because the rate is flat and locked at booking, a late flight never adds a cost or forces you to re-book the ride.
Your driver waits curbside outside your arrival terminal, ready as you exit with your bags after the flight lands. This curbside meeting is the standard included pickup. If you prefer to be met inside the terminal holding a name sign, that in-terminal meet-and-greet is available as an optional paid add-on arranged when you book.
Each passenger travels with one checked bag and one carry-on included in the fare, which fits most arrivals comfortably. If you have extra or oversized bags, just message us on WhatsApp before the trip — we confirm the space in your vehicle or size you up to a larger private van. Flagging it early keeps the right car ready.
The fare is per vehicle, never per person. Your whole group rides for the one flat price shown in the prices section above, whether you book the SUV or a van. Adding more passengers within a vehicle’s capacity does not raise the cost, which makes a private transfer especially good value for families and groups.
Our private van serves the same need a shuttle search implies, but it is reserved for your group alone — no shared seats or extra stops. The cost is the flat per-vehicle rate in the prices list above, set by van size for 6 to 9 or 10 to 14 passengers, with tolls and fuel already included.
Yes, and booking ahead is the recommended way. Send your flight number, arrival time, party size, and bag count over WhatsApp or email, and we confirm the vehicle and the locked flat fare before your trip. Reserving early guarantees the right vehicle is held for your group and a driver is tracking your flight on the day.
A more coordinated, premium service — flat fare, named driver, flight-tracked pickup — at a significantly lower total cost than Uber Black or Lyft Lux.
| Feature | Us | Uber | Lyft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Flat rate locked at booking | Surges 1.5×–4× at peak | Surges 1.5×–4× at peak |
| Vehicle | Black SUV reserved for your group | Driver’s own car | Driver’s own car |
| Airport pickup | Driver tracks your flight, waiting at the curb when you exit | You request a car after you land | You request a car after you land |
| Flight tracking | Yes — free re-timing if delayed | No — you re-book if delayed | No — you re-book if delayed |
One booking, one coordinated pickup, significantly lower cost than an Uber Black or Lyft Lux surge.
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Lock in your private transfer to or from MIA Airport and Residence Inn by Marriott Miami Beach Surfside today. Send your flight number, arrival time, party size, and bag count, and we confirm your vehicle and flat fare right away. Message us on WhatsApp for the fastest reply, or email to reserve your ride.
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Book at least 24 hours in advance; for holidays and busy weekends, reserve your spot early to ensure better availability.
Yes, we accept bookings from around the world. We handle international payments and keep travelers informed via WhatsApp and email.
No. We require advance reservations. Please book at least four hours in advance; same-day availability is not guaranteed.
Of course. To secure your reservation, we request 50% down on bookings under $199 USD and 30% on bookings of $200 USD or more.
No. To secure your vehicle, send a 50% deposit through our payment link or via Zelle. The remaining balance can be paid in cash when the driver arrives.
No — our service also covers hotels, ports, train stations, restaurants, and private addresses, in addition to the airport.
We operate SUV XLs for small groups, 12- and 14-passenger vans, plus full-size buses with capacity for 40–54 people for large events.
Absolutely — our team handles weddings, corporate conferences, VIP events, and other special occasions. Contact us for a custom quote.
Some vehicles in our fleet offer Wi-Fi and USB ports. Let us know in advance if this is essential, and we’ll book a vehicle that meets your needs.
We operate only private transfers. Your vehicle is exclusive to you and your party — no shared seating.
No problem — we monitor your flight in real time and adjust your pickup time as needed, at no extra cost.
Send us the new information right away, and we’ll adjust your booking while tracking the updated flight.
We use curbside pickup only. Text us your exit gate and the driver will arrive in just a few minutes — faster than the classic sign-holding service.
If you’d prefer a driver waiting with a name sign inside the terminal, we can arrange that for US$ 20.
The day before your trip, we’ll send you a message with the driver’s name, the car model, and the license plate, plus detailed curbside pickup instructions.
Don’t worry — we’ll text you as soon as your flight lands. If we don’t hear back quickly, the driver will default to the international arrivals hall. Wait there and we’ll find you; we never leave anyone behind.
Domestic flights: up to 60 minutes after arrival
International flights: 120 minutes of complimentary wait time
Hotel pickups: 15-minute grace period
Port pickups: up to 60 minutes after the agreed time
This rarely happens, since we already include two free hours of wait time. If you’re still inside the airport after that, the ride may be marked as a no-show. You can request additional wait time — US$ 30 per extra 30-minute block, paid in cash to the driver.
Absolutely — our drivers will assist with your luggage.
The standard allowance is one large suitcase plus one carry-on per person. Planning to travel with larger items or extras — more suitcases, musical instruments, mobility equipment, or strollers? Contact us in advance so we can accommodate you; an additional charge may apply.
Yes — small pets are allowed, but they must remain in a secure carrier. Please let us know in advance.
We include one free child car seat for children under five. If you need an additional seat, request it in advance; the cost is US$ 15.
We ask that you not eat during the trip. Water in sealed bottles is the only drink permitted.
Unscheduled stops aren’t included in the base rate, but if you arrange a short, nearby stop in advance, we can accommodate it. A small fee may apply based on the extra time.
Of course. Give us at least 24 hours’ notice and, subject to availability, we’ll adjust your pickup time.
What you see is what you pay — no hidden fees. Driver gratuity is at your discretion and always appreciated.
Glad we booked. another smooth trip, that’s why we book aheead now.
On a couple’s trip, received instructions clearly before pickup. even with traffic the route was sensible. Perfect way to land in Miami.
Bien hecho. Bueen viaje. Buen conductor. Auto limpio.
Profesionales de verdad. el viaje fue silencioso y cómodo.
Adorei o serviço. privado foi a escolha certa depois de um voo longo.