A private ride between MIA Airport and Ramada Plaza Marco Polo Beach Resort runs 20.7 miles (33.3 km) in a black SUV or private van and takes roughly 39 to 47 minutes door to door, from off-peak to peak, at a fixed price from $120 per vehicle. Your bilingual driver takes the northbound I-95 express lanes, follows your inbound flight, and is at the curb the instant you step outside.
Each rate listed here is the complete cost for the vehicle, fixed at booking, with everyone in your group riding under one flat figure — there is never a per-person charge.
Three private vehicle tiers serve this route, matched to how numerous guests and bags travel together:
Unsure which to choose? Send your group size and bag count, and we confirm the right vehicle before you book — no guesswork at the curb.
The easiest option is a private transfer booked ahead: pick the vehicle that suits your group, then walk out of MIA to a driver already standing at the curb. A black SUV or SUV XL carries up to five guests with their bags. A Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van handles larger parties of six to nine or ten to fourteen. Once you land, there is no app to open and no line to wait in — you step out, load up, and head straight to the oceanfront resort. Your driver knows the terminal layout and the curbside flow, so the journey begins the moment you reach the sidewalk. The same private service handles the return leg from the resort back to MIA whenever you are ready to head home.
One message is all it takes. Send your flight number, pickup time, party size, and any extra bags by WhatsApp or email, and the vehicle is reserved in your name with the flat price confirmed in the reply. There is no rush to grab a car at the airport and no app to install. The return leg from the resort is arranged the same way, within the same conversation.
The drive runs about 39 minutes in light traffic and up to 47 minutes at peak, door to door. Your route heads north on the I-95 express lanes from the airport, the most direct paved path toward this section of Miami’s oceanfront. Off-peak runs — early morning and the late-evening lull — land at the lower end of that range, while weekday rush hours and event days push toward the upper end. Your driver monitors live road conditions alongside your inbound flight, timing the departure so you reach the resort without circling or backtracking. The same window applies on the return leg to MIA; leave a comfortable buffer for check-in depending on whether your flight departs during a rush period or a quieter part of the day.
Early-morning and late-evening departures are quickest, since the express lanes north of the airport stay clear outside the weekday commute, and midday usually flows smoothly too. The worst delays gather around the morning and afternoon rush and on major event days — that is when the upper end of the time range kicks in, and your driver schedules the departure around it.
A reserved private car means the entire vehicle belongs to your group — no strangers along for the ride, no detours to drop someone off, no waiting for a pool to fill before you set out. The fare is flat and locked the instant you book, so a busy arrival day or a surge in demand never alters the number you agreed to. Your driver is bilingual, speaking English together with Spanish or Portuguese, which keeps pickup coordination straightforward even when a flight upends plans at the last minute. The vehicle is held in your name and sized to your party, so you climb aboard knowing the space, the price, and the person driving were all settled before you touched down. It is a calmer, more deliberate arrival than piecing the trip together on the curb.
Your fixed price covers a good deal more than the ride alone. Tolls, SunPass charges, and fuel are all built into the price, so nothing is tacked on when you arrive at the resort. The reserved private vehicle and your driver are standard, and onboard WiFi runs off a mobile hotspot, so you can confirm your room or message ahead while you travel. The quote you see is what the whole vehicle costs — the running expenses of the trip already sit inside it, not waiting to spring on you at the door.
A handful of optional extras fall outside the base rate. A ride outside daytime hours adds an after-hours charge by vehicle type, and child seats beyond the first free one carry a small fee confirmed at booking. Anything additional is agreed in advance, so the total you approve is the total you pay on trip day.
Yes to both, with a heads-up. The first child seat for a child under five rides free; each additional seat carries a small fee confirmed when you book. Small pets are welcome as well, traveling in a carrier — just send a quick WhatsApp note ahead so the driver expects them. Both are easy to set up before your travel day.
Every passenger gets one checked bag plus one carry-on, packed comfortably in the SUV or van. Traveling with extra or oversized bags? Message us on WhatsApp before the trip and we confirm the space or move you up to a larger private van. We would rather sort it out ahead of time than leave you guessing at the curb.
Payment is flexible and never charged per head. You can pay via Venmo, Zelle, or a secure payment link sent before the trip, and cash works for nearby, close-in pickups. A single payment covers the whole group, so there is nothing for passengers to split at the end. You choose the method that works for you when you book, and the agreed total is the total, with the trip’s running costs already folded into the rate.
A 50% deposit confirms your booking and locks the rate; the other 50% goes to the driver on trip day. A round trip costs double the one-way fare — both legs reserved together, with the return held for whenever you fly out. It is one reservation covering arrival and departure, paid in two simple halves.
Daytime trips carry no surcharge. A ride that falls outside daytime hours adds a modest after-hours charge, applied once per trip by vehicle type:
Ramada Plaza Marco Polo Beach Resort is an oceanfront property on Miami’s Atlantic barrier coast, the sort of resort where the beach is the whole point. Guests walk from the lobby toward sand, ocean swimming, and the broad seaside promenade culture that defines this part of the shoreline. The surrounding district blends high-rise condo living with casual beachfront dining, cafes, and small shops, so a full day rarely wanders far from the water. Upscale shopping, golf, and the wider Miami dining and nightlife scene are a short drive away for anyone wanting more than the beach. You can preview rooms, dining, and resort amenities on the official resort website, and find a visitor overview on the Greater Miami visitor guide. Our transfer drops you right at the resort entrance, bags and all.
The beach itself sets the tone for most days here — swimming, sunbathing, and long strolls along the sand. Beyond the water, the neighborhood offers casual oceanfront restaurants, coffee spots, and boutique shopping within easy reach, plus the watersports and poolside relaxation you expect from a Miami beach resort. Evenings tilt toward seaside dining and easy people-watching along the shore.
Yes — it is a beachfront resort facing the Atlantic, so the ocean and sand are steps from the building rather than across town. That waterfront setting is the whole draw: morning swims, beach loungers, and sea views from many rooms. Your private transfer pulls up at the entrance, putting you near the water within minutes of arriving.
Nothing changes and you pay no penalty. Your driver tracks the inbound flight in real time and adjusts the pickup automatically, so a delayed or early arrival simply re-times the curbside meet. The flat fare stays exactly as booked. There is no app to re-open and no car to re-request — the driver is already watching your flight number.
Your driver meets you curbside at MIA the moment you step out of the terminal, vehicle ready to load — and that curbside pickup is included in the rate. If you would rather be met inside at baggage claim with a name sign, that in-terminal meet-and-greet is available as an optional paid add-on you can request when you book.
A private van booking — what many guests call a private shuttle — is priced per vehicle for your whole group, at the fixed price shown in the pricing section above, never per seat. Ours stays fully private: your party only, with no shared ride and no pooling. Choose the private van for 6 to 9 or 10 to 14 passengers and the price locks at booking.
Airport pickups for this resort run from MIA, and cruise pickups from PortMiami. For the trip out we also drive you onward — to other South Florida airports, seaports, or cities — as a private door-to-door transfer. So a stay at the resort can bookend a flight into MIA and a departure from wherever you need to reach next.
Yes. Every booking includes a direct WhatsApp line to the team and your driver, so a changed flight, a new pickup time, or an added bag is handled in a message. You are not funneled through a call center or an app queue — you reach the people running your specific trip. Send the update and the reservation is adjusted.
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 | Fixed price 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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Reserve your private transfer now and have a driver waiting when you land. Send your flight details, pickup time, and group size, and we confirm the vehicle and the fixed price in one reply. The same booking covers your return to MIA whenever you fly out.
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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 guests 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.
Weather delays didn’t affect the service quality. Driver was ready when I was.
Professional from start to finish. No wasted time, no confusion, just a great experience.
We took the long ride up to Orlando and it was smooth and relaxing the whole way. The driver knew exactly where to go.
Flying in with my children and friend, the spacious van made traveling together easy. Excellent.
Reliable service for my weekly Miami business trips. Never let me down.