Comparison · Miami vs Orlando · United States
Miami vs Orlando
Two great trips, different strengths. Here is how they compare on the things that decide it.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
Choose Miami for South Beach, Art Deco architecture, beaches and free sights; choose Orlando for Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando. Miami is generally less expensive, and the two are about 330 km apart.
Key facts
- Distance apart
- 330 km
- Less expensive
- Miami
- Best time for Miami
- December–April
- Best time for Orlando
- January–February and October–November
Side by side
| Miami | Orlando | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Known for | South Beach, Art Deco architecture and Cuban food | Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando and Theme parks |
| Best time to visit | December–April | January–February and October–November |
| Ideal stay | 5 days | 7 days |
| Mid-range budget per day | $230–$400 | $250–$450 |
| Cost level | Expensive | Expensive |
| Warmest month | July, 32°C (90°F) | June, 33°C (91°F) |
| Coldest month | January, 24°C (75°F) | January, 22°C (72°F) |
| Free sights in our guide | 7 | 2 |
| Day trips in our guide | 6 | 7 |
| Beaches | South Beach | — |
| Airports | MIA, FLL | MCO, SFB |
Which one is right for you?
Choose Miami for…
South Beach, Art Deco architecture, beaches and free sights. Miami pairs a long barrier-island beach, Miami Beach, with a mainland city of Cuban cafés, glass towers and street art. South Beach's Art Deco District and Ocean Drive face the Atlantic; across Biscayne Bay, Little Havana, Wynwood, Brickell and Coconut Grove…
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Choose Orlando for…
Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando. Orlando is built around its theme parks: Walt Disney World's four parks, Universal Orlando's three, including Epic Universe, and SeaWorld lie within about half an hour's drive of each other south-west of the city. Beyond the parks, Downtown, Winter Park and…
Top sights compared
| # | Miami | Orlando |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Beach | Magic Kingdom |
| 2 | Art Deco Historic District | EPCOT |
| 3 | Wynwood Walls | Disney's Hollywood Studios |
| 4 | Vizcaya Museum and Gardens | Disney's Animal Kingdom |
| 5 | Little Havana and Calle Ocho | Universal Studios Florida |
Food compared
| Miami | Orlando |
|---|---|
| Cuban sandwich | Dole Whip |
| Cafecito and colada | Butterbeer |
| Croquetas | Smoked turkey leg |
| Pastelitos | Mickey ice cream bar |
Which is cheaper?
Miami is usually the less expensive of the two: a mid-range day costs about $230–$400 per person there, against $250–$450 in Orlando (AMZBooking estimates, excluding flights). Miami on a budget.
Can you visit both?
Yes. Miami and Orlando are about 330 km apart, so they combine well in one trip: allow 5 days in Miami and 7 in Orlando.
Questions travellers ask
+Is Miami or Orlando cheaper?
Miami is usually less expensive: about $230–$400 a day mid-range against $250–$450 (estimates).
+Is Miami or Orlando better for a first trip?
Pick Miami for South Beach, Art Deco architecture, beaches and free sights, or Orlando for Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando.
+How far is Miami from Orlando?
About 330 km in a straight line.