Private Jet Charter

Private Jet : Chicago ➔ Miami

Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.

Estimated distance

~1,920 km

Average flight time

~2h 20m

Recommended aircraft

Midsize Jet (Citation XLS, Hawker 900XP)

Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Chicago and Miami aboard latest-generation aircraft. Discreet handling, dedicated cabin crew, FBO access at departure and arrival, ground transfers and on-board catering tailored to your wishes — every detail is curated by a Redwood senior broker.

Operational context

Between Chicago and Miami our desk plans 1,931 km in 2h33, heavy jet category. The constraint here is rarely range but slot and parking availability at Miami Opa-Locka (2438 m runway). A helicopter connection to South Beach / Star Island can be added to the quote.

Departure and arrival airports

Chicago Executive (KPWK)

Chicago Executive (KPWK / PWK) is a major business field at 42.11°N / 87.90°W, USA. Runway: 1554 m — light to midsize jets, payload-limited on hot days. Business-aviation handling: Atlantic Aviation / Signature. Helicopter link: Centre Chicago.

Miami Opa-Locka (KOPF)

Miami Opa-Locka (KOPF / OPF) is a ultra-hub at 25.91°N / 80.28°W, USA. Runway: 2438 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Business-aviation handling: Fontainebleau Aviation. Helicopter link: South Beach / Star Island.

Route data

Great-circle distance: 1,931 km · 1,043 NM
Estimated block time: 2h33
Recommended aircraft: Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet)
Departure FBO: Atlantic Aviation / Signature — Chicago Executive (KPWK / PWK)
Arrival FBO: Fontainebleau Aviation — Miami Opa-Locka (KOPF / OPF)
Departure runway: 1554 m — light to midsize jets, payload-limited on hot days
Arrival runway: 2438 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
Onward helicopter: South Beach / Star Island

Seasonality & slots

Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.

Customs & formalities

Domestic sector: no customs, boarding possible up to 15 minutes before departure.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Chicago to Miami?

About 2h33 block time on a Falcon 2000LXS, for 1,931 km great-circle between KPWK and KOPF.

Which aircraft suits Chicago → Miami?

A Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 2438 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty.

How fast can we depart from Chicago Executive?

Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Atlantic Aviation / Signature.

What about customs and formalities?