Private Jet Charter

Private Jet : Fort Lauderdale ➔ Miami

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

Estimated distance

~5,280 km

Average flight time

~6h 26m

Recommended aircraft

Super Midsize / Heavy Jet (Challenger 350, Falcon 2000)

Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale and Miami our desk plans 34 km in 0h23, light jet category. The flight plan is filed once takeoff performance at Fort Lauderdale Executive (1832 m) and alternate fuel are validated. A helicopter connection to South Beach / Star Island can be added to the quote.

Departure and arrival airports

Fort Lauderdale Executive (KFXE)

On the departure side, Fort Lauderdale Executive (KFXE) serves Fort Lauderdale from 26.20°N / 80.17°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by Sheltair FXE; 1832 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days. Helicopter onward leg to Las Olas / Boca Raton.

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: 34 km · 18 NM
Estimated block time: 0h23
Recommended aircraft: Phenom 300 (Light Jet)
Departure FBO: Sheltair FXE — Fort Lauderdale Executive (KFXE / FXE)
Arrival FBO: Fontainebleau Aviation — Miami Opa-Locka (KOPF / OPF)
Departure runway: 1832 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard 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 Fort Lauderdale to Miami?

About 0h23 block time on a Phenom 300, for 34 km great-circle between KFXE and KOPF.

Which aircraft suits Fort Lauderdale → Miami?

A Phenom 300 (Light Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 2438 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty.

How fast can we depart from Fort Lauderdale Executive?

Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Sheltair FXE.

What about customs and formalities?