Miami to Cienfuegos Sea Distance Calculator

Calculate the exact nautical distance from Miami, United States to Cienfuegos, Cuba. Plan your maritime journey with our professional route calculator.

Distance: 748 nm; nautical miles
Under Sail: 6.2 days; at 5 knots
Under Power: 3.1 days; at 10 knots
Best Time: December-April; Typical Sailing Season

Distance follows a sea-lane route. Sailing times are estimates at fixed cruising speeds and vary with vessel, weather, and currents.

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Distance: 748 nautical miles

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This map shows the direct sea route from Miami to Cienfuegos. The actual sailing path may vary based on weather conditions and navigation requirements.

Passage details

This is a markedly indirect coastal passage: the navigable route runs 243% longer than the 218 nm direct line, its heading turning from east to north. It is an international crossing between two countries.

Sea distance: 748 nm (1385.2 km)
Direct line: 218.1 nm243% longer
Great-circle bearing: 184° (south)
Sea area: Caribbean Sea
Geographic extent: 4.2° × 5.4°
Crossing: Cross-border · Same region
From: Miami (United States) 25.7743, -80.1937
To: Cienfuegos (Cuba) 22.1500, -80.4500
Route basis: Sea-lane route

Passage timeEstimated passage time by cruising speed
Cruising speed	Duration
5 kn	6.2 days
8 kn	3.9 days
10 kn	3.1 days
12 kn	2.6 days

Distance follows a sea-lane route generated from marine traffic lanes; passage times are computed at fixed cruising speeds.

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Last reviewed 2026-06-17

About Miami to Cienfuegos Route

A long open-water international sea route between Miami and Cienfuegos, this passage connecting two major commercial ports in the Caribbean region demands attention to short tropical squalls and afternoon thunderstorms.

The corridor within the same maritime region joins Miami, United States to Cienfuegos, Cuba.

Navigation Tips

•Plan this long open-water international leg in the Caribbean region with attention to short tropical squalls and afternoon thunderstorms.
•Provisioning for this long open-water passage in Caribbean should account for regional supply networks.
•Allow time for entry formalities on this international leg within the same maritime region.
•Adapt safety equipment to Caribbean conditions for this long open-water crossing.
•For a international crossing within the same maritime region, ensure clearance papers and visas are in order before departure.

Suggested Stops

On a long 748 nm passage from Miami to Cienfuegos, these ports make convenient places to break the journey, refuel, and rest.

Cabanas (Cuba) · ≈270.8 nm in — View port details
Nueva Gerona (Cuba) · ≈573.1 nm in — View port details

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it from Miami to Cienfuegos by sea?

This is a long open-water sea passage of about 748 nautical miles between Miami and Cienfuegos in Caribbean.

How long does it take to sail from Miami to Cienfuegos?

Average voyage time on this long open-water within the same maritime region leg of 748 nautical miles is 3.1 days – 6.2 days.

What's the best time to sail from Miami to Cienfuegos?

Aim for December-April for the calmest passage in Caribbean; off-peak periods bring short tropical squalls and afternoon thunderstorms.

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