Flights from Miami to Cuba for Mother's Day: Low prices and new restrictions that could affect your plans

Just days before Mother's Day, hundreds of travelers in Miami are preparing to fly to Cuba. Tickets are still available at reasonable prices, but it could be the last chance for many to visit the island without further complications.

Reservations rise due to fear of new restrictions

As the date approaches, demand for tickets from Miami to Havana has grown. Airlines are maintaining stable fares, but many Cuban-Americans fear that the Donald Trump administration will impose new travel restrictions at any moment, as part of its stricter policy toward the Cuban regime.

For weeks, rumors have circulated about a possible "red list" of countries, including Cuba, that would restrict flights and increase immigration controls for those entering the United States after having been on the island.

Fares for flights between May 3 and 11

According to verified data as of May 2, economy class fares for direct Miami-Havana flights offered by American Airlines remain between $305 and $335. Most departures are 1 hour and 15 minutes long. Key dates include:

• Saturday, May 3: $335

• Sunday, May 4: $315

• Lunes 5 to Wednesday 7: $315

• Thursday 8th to Saturday 10th: $325

• Sunday, May 11 (Mother's Day): $310

The premium rate ranges from $670 to $750, depending on availability and departure time.

The most recommended flights

Among the most popular options for travelers are early flights. For example:

• MIA 6:10 am – HAV 7:20 am | AA 2699 | Economy $310 – Premium $670

• MIA 9:31 am – HAV 10:45 am | Economy $310 – Premium $670

All flights are operated with Boeing 737 or Airbus A319 aircraft, non-stop.

Essential requirements for flying without problems

It is essential to have a valid Cuban passport. Automatic renewals for expired documents were eliminated as of April 1. Additionally, starting May 7, travelers must present a Real ID to fly within the United States, or, failing that, a valid passport.

Warning for those who visit the island and then return

Politicians like María Elvira Salazar have called for stricter immigration controls on those who seek asylum in the United States but then vacation in Cuba. Some lawyers fear that restrictions will soon be implemented that will make reentry difficult for those with a history of travel to the island without family or humanitarian justification.

Help services for urgent procedures

For those who need to update their passport or apply for a Real ID before traveling, companies like DimeCuba continue to offer express services. Contact them directly at +1 786 380 4015.

Traveling this Mother's Day could be more than a family celebration. For many, it's also a strategic decision in the face of immigration uncertainty.