Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Fort Lauderdale ➔ Washington
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~7,350 km
Average flight time
~8h 58m
Recommended aircraft
Heavy Jet (Falcon 7X, Gulfstream G450)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Fort Lauderdale and Washington 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
Fort Lauderdale → Washington: 1,440 km, 2h06 block time, departing Fort Lauderdale Executive (KFXE) and arriving Washington Dulles (KIAD). We lock slot, handling and fuel before confirming, with positioning computed from the nearest base to Fort Lauderdale. A helicopter connection to Capitol Hill / Georgetown 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.
Washington Dulles (KIAD)
On the arrival side, Washington Dulles (KIAD) serves Washington from 38.95°N / 77.45°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by Signature Dulles Jet Center; 3506 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Capitol Hill / Georgetown.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 1,440 km · 778 NM
- Estimated block time
- 2h06
- Recommended aircraft
- Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Sheltair FXE — Fort Lauderdale Executive (KFXE / FXE)
- Arrival FBO
- Signature Dulles Jet Center — Washington Dulles (KIAD / IAD)
- Departure runway
- 1832 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days
- Arrival runway
- 3506 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- Capitol Hill / Georgetown
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 Washington?
About 2h06 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 1,440 km great-circle between KFXE and KIAD.
Which aircraft suits Fort Lauderdale → Washington?
A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3506 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.
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?
Domestic sector: no customs, boarding possible up to 15 minutes before departure.