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Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport

Miami, United States
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Historic general aviation hub serving Miami's executive travel needs.

Opened
1917
Location
Miami, United States
Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport (OPF/KOPF) is a general aviation and executive airport located in Opa-locka, Florida, just north of Miami. It is owned and operated by Miami-Dade County and serves as a key facility for private, charter, cargo, and law enforcement aviation operations in the region. The airport occupies the site of a former U.S. Navy air station established during World War II, and its historic Moorish Revival-style terminal building is a recognized architectural landmark. It remains one of the busiest general aviation airports in the southeastern United States. Opa-locka Executive supports a variety of tenants including flight training schools, aircraft maintenance facilities, and government agencies. Its proximity to Miami International Airport makes it an important reliever airport for the region's congested airspace.
Terminals
The airport has no commercial passenger terminals; it features a historic Moorish Revival-style administration building and fixed-base operator facilities serving general aviation users.
Getting to & from
The airport is accessible primarily by private vehicle or taxi, located approximately 12 miles northwest of downtown Miami with connections via US-27 and the Palmetto Expressway.
Notable facts
  • The airport was used as a U.S. Navy lighter-than-air and fixed-wing training base during World War II.
  • The original Moorish Revival architecture of the airport's historic buildings is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
  • It serves as a base for U.S. Customs and Border Protection air operations.
  • Opa-locka is one of the busiest general aviation reliever airports in Florida.
  • The airport covers approximately 600 acres with multiple runways.
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Sun, sand, art, and nightlife on Florida's glamorous coast.

Miami is a vibrant, multicultural metropolis where Latin American culture, world-class beaches, and cutting-edge art collide. The city's neighborhoods each carry a distinct personality — from the pastel Art Deco streets of South Beach to the colorful murals of Wynwood and the Cuban coffee shops of Little Havana.

Beyond the beaches, Miami offers a thriving food scene, acclaimed museums, and a nightlife reputation that draws visitors from around the globe. Biscayne Bay, the Everglades on its doorstep, and a year-round warm climate make it one of the most dynamic destinations in the United States.

  • South Beach — iconic Art Deco architecture and one of America's most famous stretches of sand.
  • Wynwood Walls — an open-air museum of giant murals by world-renowned street artists.
  • Little Havana — authentic Cuban culture, cigars, domino parks, and strong cafecito coffee.
  • Pérez Art Museum Miami — stunning waterfront museum with international modern and contemporary art.
  • Vizcaya Museum & Gardens — opulent early 20th-century Italian-style villa with lush bayfront gardens.
  • Everglades National Park — vast wilderness of sawgrass marshes and wildlife just an hour from downtown.

Getting around: Miami has a Metrorail system connecting downtown to suburbs, plus the free Metromover loop around the urban core. Metrobus covers broader areas but can be slow. Uber and Lyft are widely used and often the most practical option. Taxis are available but pricier, and many visitors rent cars to access beaches and outlying attractions comfortably.

Best time: November through April offers the most pleasant weather — sunny skies, low humidity, and temperatures in the mid-70s°F — making it the ideal time to visit before summer heat and hurricane season arrive.

Local food: Try a Cuban sandwich and café cubano in Little Havana, fresh stone crab claws at a waterfront restaurant, and ceviche or arepas reflecting Miami's rich Latin American culinary heritage.

This guide is provided for general information only. Verify details locally before making travel decisions.

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Miami–Opa Locka Executive Airport
Encyclopaedia

Miami–Opa Locka Executive Airport is a joint civil-military airport located in Miami-Dade County, Florida 11 mi (18 km) north of downtown Miami. Part of the airport is in the city limits of Opa-locka. The National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2011–2015 called it a general aviation reliever airport.

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