Aviation

Economic Development

Operating Budget

$774.8M

Capital Budget

$700.0M

Employees

1,762

YoY Change

+100.2%

About This Department

The Aviation department operates Miami International Airport, one of the busiest airports in the world, serving more than 50 million passengers each year. In FY 2025-26, the department has a total budget of $1.5 billion, which includes $774.8 million for day-to-day operations and $700.0 million for construction and improvement projects, with 1,762 employees.

Based on FY 2025-26 adopted budget. Generated March 1, 2026.

Key Changes

In FY 2025-26, the Aviation department's operating budget increased by $38.0 million (5.2%) compared to the prior year, growing from $736.8 million to $774.8 million to support expanded airport operations and services.

Budget History

Fiscal YearTotal BudgetOperatingCapital
FY 2024-25$736.8M$736.8M$0
FY 2025-26$1.5B$774.8M$700.0M

Data available from FY 2024-25