Havana, Cuba → Miami, United States · ✈ 58 min · 🚗 5h 59min
199 nautical miles · Time difference: Same timezone · Direction: northeast
The distance from Havana to Miami is 368 km (229 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 58 min.
The straight-line distance from Havana, Cuba to Miami, United States is approximately 368 kilometers (229 miles or 199 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Miami is located northeast of Havana. Havana is in North America, in the Havana region of Cuba, while Miami is in North America, in South, United States. Both cities are in North America.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 368 km | ~58 min | Quick but may not save time with airport procedures |
| 🚗 Drive | ~478 km | ~5h 59min | Convenient and flexible |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~442 km | ~3h 41min | Budget-friendly option |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Havana to Miami. At this distance, driving gives you the most flexibility and avoids airport overhead.
Based on an estimated road distance of 478 km, fuel costs for driving from Havana to Miami are approximately $38–$72 USD (at $0.08–$0.15 per km, depending on vehicle efficiency and local fuel prices). Additional costs may include tolls, parking, and accommodation for longer trips.
Havana sits at 23.1136°N, 82.3666°W, while Miami is located at 25.7617°N, 80.1918°W. The initial compass bearing from Havana to Miami is 36° (NE), so a great-circle flight path leaves Havana heading roughly NE. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 2.65° and the longitude difference is 2.17°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Havana and Miami is approximately 24.4415°N, 81.2906°W. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 184 km from each city. For road trips, a stop near this latitude/longitude makes for a natural overnight or lunch break.
Havana and Miami share the same approximate time zone, so meetings, calls, and arrivals don't require any clock adjustment. This makes the route especially convenient for short business trips. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Havana is a major city in Cuba with a population of approximately 2,141,000. Located in the Havana region, it is an important hub in North America. Havana is a significant metropolitan area in Cuba with good domestic and international transport connections.
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Miami is a notable city in United States with a population of approximately 467,963. Situated in the South region, it serves as a key destination in North America. Miami is a popular destination in the South region of United States, known for its unique character and attractions.
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368 km is a medium-distance route, similar to traveling across a mid-sized European country. A flight covers this distance quickly, but driving or rail travel remains feasible for those who prefer ground transport. For reference, New York to Chicago is about 1,150 km.
The distance from Havana to Miami (368 km) is roughly equivalent to 9 marathon distances laid end to end.
Just 370 km across the Florida Straits. Despite the short distance, travel restrictions have historically made this one of the world's most complicated short routes.
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The straight-line distance from Havana to Miami is approximately 368 kilometers (229 miles, 199 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 58 min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 5h 59min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Miami is approximately Same timezone compared to Havana.
The estimated road distance is approximately 478 km, which is about 30% longer than the 368 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: May 30, 2026.