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Verdict

Miami International Airport (MIA) scores higher overall at 7.6/10 versus Dublin Airport (DUB) at 7.5/10. Dublin Airport is more reliable for on-time departures (7.3/10).

Score comparison

Metric Miami International Airport Dublin Airport
FlightLogic Score 7.6 7.5
On-Time Performance 7.2 7.3
Passenger Experience 7.4 7.4
Facilities & Comfort 8.0 7.8
Lounge Score 8.2 7.6
City Miami Dublin
Country United States Ireland
Terminals North, Central, and South terminals 2 terminals (T1 legacy, T2 main)
Annual passengers 52M+ 32M+

Operational comparison

Transport links, lounge access, connection times, and UK261 eligibility — verify locally before travel.

Policy MIA — Miami DUB — Dublin
Rail / public transport
To city centre
Lounge day pass
Min. connection time
Primary hub carriers

Detailed profiles

Miami, United States · MIA · #1 in this comparison

Miami International Airport

North, Central, and South terminals · 52M+ passengers/year

7.6 / 10

How good is Miami International Airport?

Miami International Airport (MIA) scores 7.6/10 (Very Good) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.2), passenger experience (7.4), and facilities (8.0). Lounge quality rates 8.2/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Miami MIA is rated 7.6/10 on FlightLogic with lounge score 8.2/10. American Airlines Flagship Lounge in Concourse D is the premium benchmark for long-haul departures. Allow extra time for immigration on arrivals and terminal-specific lounge planning. See /guides/mia-airport-lounge-guide-2026.

FlightLogic Score 7.6 Very Good
On-time 7.2 Departure reliability
Experience 7.4 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 8.0 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 8.2 Lounge quality
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.

On-Time Performance
7.2
Passenger Experience
7.4
Facilities & Comfort
8.0
Lounge score 8.2/10

Highlights

  • American Airlines Flagship Lounge and Admirals Club in Concourse D — key for transatlantic and Latin America connections
  • Centurion Lounge in Concourse D for Amex cardholders on qualifying international departures
  • Heavy Latin America and Caribbean network — common connection point for UK travellers routing to South America
  • Terminal-specific lounge access — North Terminal (Concourse D) hosts most premium clubs

Overview

Primary US gateway to Latin America and the Caribbean — American Airlines hub with Flagship Lounge and strong oneworld connectivity.

American Airlines hub and lounge access

MIA is American Airlines' primary Latin America hub. Flagship Lounge in Concourse D serves long-haul international business and first class on AA metal. Admirals Club locations span multiple concourses.

British Airways and Iberia use MIA for select services — oneworld elites may access AA lounges on qualifying itineraries. Priority Pass options exist in Central Terminal.

Dublin, Ireland · DUB · #2 in this comparison

Dublin Airport

2 terminals (T1 legacy, T2 main) · 32M+ passengers/year

7.5 / 10

How good is Dublin Airport?

Dublin Airport (DUB) scores 7.5/10 (Very Good) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.3), passenger experience (7.4), and facilities (7.8). Lounge quality rates 7.6/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Dublin DUB scores 7.5/10 — Ireland hub with US Pre-Clearance on Aer Lingus. Strategic UK positioning for transatlantic. See /guides/best-airlines-uk-dublin-2026 and /guides/dublin-airport-lounge-guide-2026.

FlightLogic Score 7.5 Very Good
On-time 7.3 Departure reliability
Experience 7.4 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 7.8 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 7.6 Lounge quality
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.

On-Time Performance
7.3
Passenger Experience
7.4
Facilities & Comfort
7.8
Lounge score 7.6/10

Highlights

  • US Pre-Clearance — arrive in US as domestic passenger on Aer Lingus transatlantic
  • Dense UK schedule — Ryanair, Aer Lingus, BA from Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester, and 15+ regional UK airports
  • Aer Lingus T2 lounge for business and AerClub Gold; 51st & Green US Pre-Clearance facility
  • UK261 on UK-departing Aer Lingus; EU261 on DUB EU departures

Overview

Ireland's hub and a strategic UK outbound gateway — Aer Lingus US Pre-Clearance, dense Ryanair/easyJet Europe network, and short hop from UK regional airports.

UK positioning and Pre-Clearance

UK travellers use DUB as a lower-fare transatlantic gateway via Aer Lingus — Pre-Clearance saves 60–90 min at US immigration. Factor positioning flight cost from UK regional airports.

Ryanair's largest base offers cheapest UK–Europe fares — compare total cost vs Stansted/Luton on same route.

FAQ

Which is better, Miami International Airport or Dublin Airport?

Miami International Airport (MIA) scores higher overall at 7.6/10 versus Dublin Airport (DUB) at 7.5/10. Dublin Airport is more reliable for on-time departures (7.3/10).

Which has better lounges, MIA or DUB?

Miami International Airport (MIA) scores higher for lounges at 8.2/10, versus Dublin Airport at 7.6/10.

Which airport is more on-time, MIA or DUB?

Dublin Airport (DUB) has stronger on-time performance at 7.3/10 versus Miami International Airport (MIA) at 7.2/10.