Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Miami ➔ Shanghai
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~13,270 km
Average flight time
~16h 11m
Recommended aircraft
Ultra Long Range (Global 7500, Gulfstream G650ER)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Miami and Shanghai 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
The Miami – Shanghai sector links Miami Opa-Locka (KOPF) to Shanghai Hongqiao (ZSSS) over 13,262 km great-circle, about 14h57 airborne in a Bombardier Global 7500. Departure handling is provided by Fontainebleau Aviation; the 3400 m arrival runway at Shanghai Hongqiao drives aircraft selection. Onward helicopter transfer available to The Bund / Pudong.
Departure and arrival airports
Miami Opa-Locka (KOPF)
On the departure side, Miami Opa-Locka (KOPF) serves Miami from 25.91°N / 80.28°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by Fontainebleau Aviation; 2438 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Helicopter onward leg to South Beach / Star Island.
Shanghai Hongqiao (ZSSS)
On the arrival side, Shanghai Hongqiao (ZSSS) serves Shanghai from 31.20°N / 121.34°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Shanghai Hawker Pacific FBO; 3400 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to The Bund / Pudong.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 13,262 km · 7,161 NM
- Estimated block time
- 14h57
- Recommended aircraft
- Bombardier Global 7500 (Ultra Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- Fontainebleau Aviation — Miami Opa-Locka (KOPF / OPF)
- Arrival FBO
- Shanghai Hawker Pacific FBO — Shanghai Hongqiao (ZSSS / SHA)
- Departure runway
- 2438 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 3400 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- The Bund / Pudong
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
International sector USA → Chine: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Miami to Shanghai?
About 14h57 block time on a Bombardier Global 7500, for 13,262 km great-circle between KOPF and ZSSS.
Which aircraft suits Miami → Shanghai?
A Bombardier Global 7500 (Ultra Long Range) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3400 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.
How fast can we depart from Miami Opa-Locka?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Fontainebleau Aviation.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector USA → Chine: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.