Private Jet Charter

Private Jet : Seattle ➔ Fort Lauderdale

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

Estimated distance

~6,100 km

Average flight time

~7h 26m

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 Seattle and Fort Lauderdale 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

Seattle → Fort Lauderdale: 4,359 km, 5h14 block time, departing Boeing Field King County (KBFI) and arriving Fort Lauderdale Executive (KFXE). The flight plan is filed once takeoff performance at Boeing Field King County (3048 m) and alternate fuel are validated. At this range a Falcon 8X avoids a tech stop and preserves cabin comfort.

Departure and arrival airports

Boeing Field King County (KBFI)

On the departure side, Boeing Field King County (KBFI) serves Seattle from 47.53°N / 122.30°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by Signature Boeing Field; 3048 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Helicopter onward leg to Bellevue / Downtown Seattle.

Fort Lauderdale Executive (KFXE)

Fort Lauderdale Executive (KFXE / FXE) is a major business field at 26.20°N / 80.17°W, USA. Runway: 1832 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days. Business-aviation handling: Sheltair FXE. Helicopter link: Las Olas / Boca Raton.

Route data

Great-circle distance: 4,359 km · 2,353 NM
Estimated block time: 5h14
Recommended aircraft: Falcon 8X (Long Range)
Departure FBO: Signature Boeing Field — Boeing Field King County (KBFI / BFI)
Arrival FBO: Sheltair FXE — Fort Lauderdale Executive (KFXE / FXE)
Departure runway: 3048 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
Arrival runway: 1832 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days
Onward helicopter: Las Olas / Boca Raton

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 Seattle to Fort Lauderdale?

About 5h14 block time on a Falcon 8X, for 4,359 km great-circle between KBFI and KFXE.

Which aircraft suits Seattle → Fort Lauderdale?

A Falcon 8X (Long Range) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 1832 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days.

How fast can we depart from Boeing Field King County?

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

What about customs and formalities?