A private Black SUV or Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van makes the run between MIA Airport and the Betsy Hotel in roughly 15 to 25 minutes on the Dolphin Expressway (SR-836), at a fixed rate starting at $80 per vehicle. Reserve it one way or round trip, for arrivals and departures alike, with everything settled before you board your flight.
Three private vehicle sizes work this route — take whichever suits your party:
Daytime pickups — 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM — carry nothing extra at all. A trip starting outside that window adds a modest night supplement:
The payment structure is identical for every vehicle and in both travel directions:
The car, in every case. The numbers in the price list above buy the whole vehicle, so a full group pays what a single guest would in that same class. No per-passenger amount hides behind them, and splitting one fare among friends is what makes a private ride land so reasonably.
Three private classes cover every group size on this route, and each is held solely for your booking:
One checked bag plus one carry-on per passenger comes included. Have extra or oversized pieces? Send a WhatsApp when you book and we confirm the room — or move you up to a bigger van — so everything travels in a single vehicle.
Yes — every vehicle we dispatch is a private shuttle in the fullest sense of the word. The SUV or Sprinter van carries your group and nobody else: no strangers, no added stops, no waiting for other riders to climb in. You leave when you are ready and travel directly to the hotel without detours.
Covering MIA Airport to the Betsy Hotel takes about 15 to 25 minutes under normal conditions. Where you land inside that spread comes down mostly to the hour: weekday rush pushes trips toward the top, while midday, late-evening, and weekend-morning departures finish nearer the bottom. Miami Beach traffic can also tighten around big events, so leave a little margin if a dinner booking or a meeting follows soon after check-in. Your driver watches conditions live and reroutes instead of sitting in a jam that can be avoided.
Your fare pays for the whole road, not merely the ride across it. Highway tolls run through the vehicle’s SunPass and come to us, never handed to you at the end of the trip. Fuel is covered regardless of how traffic moves or which line the driver takes. Every vehicle also carries onboard WiFi from a mobile hotspot, so you can message the hotel ahead, clear email, or video-call family while still on the road.
Two things fall beyond it. A trip that starts outside daytime hours carries a night add-on, spelled out in full above. And if you would like your driver to greet you inside the terminal holding a name sign, that in-terminal meet-and-greet is offered as an optional paid add-on.
Small pets are welcome aboard. Tell us in advance on WhatsApp when you book and bring a pet carrier for the trip — that keeps your animal secure on the highway and the vehicle ready for its next guests. Flag the pet at booking and the driver will be expecting your four-legged passenger.
Yes. The first child seat is free for a child under 5 — just give us the child’s age when you reserve. Each additional seat carries an extra fee, which we confirm with you at booking rather than raising it on trip day, so families always know exactly where they stand.
None of it becomes your problem. Your driver monitors the incoming flight live, so a late arrival simply moves the pickup — the re-timing costs nothing and happens on its own. There is no call to make from the aircraft and nothing to rebook; whenever you finally walk out of arrivals, the vehicle is there.
Yes — the service runs both ways. Give us the departure flight and we schedule a hotel pickup that reaches your MIA terminal with a comfortable check-in margin. Book the return on its own, or pair it with your arrival as a round trip.
Reserve a private vehicle before you travel and the entire route folds into one easy step. Choose the vehicle that fits your party, pass us the flight details, and the ground portion of the journey is handled. After touching down at MIA you collect your luggage, walk through the arrivals door, and your driver is already at the curb — no counter to find, no app to launch, no wondering which level holds the pickup zone. Bags go in the back, you settle into a climate-controlled cabin, and the vehicle heads straight for South Beach. Nothing interrupts the trip and nothing waits at the far end: the ride finishes at the hotel entrance, steps from the front desk. A new city rarely feels this straightforward on arrival.
MIA is the closest main airport and our home pickup base; we also collect cruise passengers landing at PortMiami. On the way out, we drive guests from the Betsy Hotel to any airport, port, or city in South Florida — give us the terminal or the address when you book.
The Betsy Hotel stands inside the Art Deco Historic District of South Beach, where pastel facades, sidewalk cafes, and the open beachfront share the same few blocks. It is a boutique luxury property as well known for its arts and literary programming as for its rooms — the property is covered in depth on the hotel’s official site. Stepping out of the vehicle, you trade airport noise for ocean air and one of the most photographed streetscapes in the United States. The neighborhood walks well in every direction: restaurants, galleries, nightlife, and the sand itself all sit a short stroll off, which is why plenty of guests forget about transportation entirely until it is time to fly home.
The Betsy pairs a landmark South Beach address with a cultural program few hotels attempt — poetry installations, visiting writers, and live music running through its public spaces — and that combination earned it a Michelin Key award. The official Miami and Beaches profile details its rooms, dining, and amenities.
Lummus Park and the public beach sit directly across Ocean Drive, so the sand usually claims the first hour. From there the Art Deco architecture of South Beach, the boutiques and restaurants of Lincoln Road, and the bars along Collins Avenue all fall within walking distance — none of it needs a car.
Every transfer we run is driven by a bilingual professional — English plus Spanish or Portuguese. That matters more than it might sound at a busy international airport: your driver can coordinate with hotel staff on arrival, put non-English-speaking members of the group at ease, and answer real questions about Miami Beach on the way in. You also get what only a dedicated operator provides: a confirmed driver assigned to your name before you travel, a hand with the bags at both ends, and service that treats your arrival as an appointment rather than a request.
Yes. The rate you see at booking is the rate you pay — set per vehicle at confirmation and never moving with traffic, demand, weather, or time spent on the road. No meters, no surge windows; the only scheduled add-on is the night supplement listed above.
Easily. Your driver’s details arrive over WhatsApp before trip day, so you can message or call the person actually behind the wheel — to say the bags are slow, that you stopped for coffee, or that plans changed. No call center or ticket queue stands between you and him.
A tighter, more premium arrangement — flat fare, a named driver, a pickup timed to your flight — for a considerably reduced total against Uber Black or Lyft Lux.
| Feature | Us | Uber | Lyft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Fixed price agreed at booking | Surges 1.5×–4× at peak | Surges 1.5×–4× at peak |
| Vehicle | Black SUV kept for your group | The driver’s own car | The driver’s own car |
| Airport pickup | The flight is tracked and the driver waits at the curb as you exit | You request a car after you land | You request a car after you land |
| Flight tracking | Yes — re-timed at no charge when you are delayed | No — a delay means re-booking | No — a delay means re-booking |
One booking, one coordinated pickup, and a considerably reduced cost against an Uber Black or Lyft Lux surge.
Uber, Uber Black, Lyft, and Lyft Lux are trademarks of their respective owners. We are not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by them. Comparison reflects publicly available pricing as of 2026.
Reserving takes one message. Send the travel date, flight number, group size, and pickup direction over WhatsApp or email, and we confirm the vehicle and driver details. Booking ahead means the ride, the vehicle, and the pickup are all settled before you fly — so your first minutes in Miami go toward reaching the beach rather than arranging a car.
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Ready to ride? Call or WhatsApp +1 (305) 497-0440 — or email [email protected].
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.
You get a full refund if you cancel more than 24 hours before your scheduled pickup. Within 24 hours of the ride, the booking is non-refundable.
Profesionales de verdad. precios transparentes desde la reserva. el aire acondicionado estaba al punto justo tras el vuelo. Reservaremos con antelación la próxima.
Solo, necesitaba algo simple y tarifa competitiva para servicio privado
Travelling with the kids, the SUV was spotless inside. smooth ride frmo the curb to the lobby. Easy recommendation.
Primeira viagem solo depois de muito tempo, amortecedor bom, mal senti a estrada
After a long flight with the kids, first time using a private transfer in Miami, no regrets. (trip took about 25 minutes)