Private Jet to Fort Lauderdale: Executive (FXE) or International (FLL), Jets & Bahamas Hops

A private jet charter Fort Lauderdale trip lands minutes from the beach, the marinas and Las Olas. Fort Lauderdale Executive runs a 24-hour control tower, so late arrivals are possible. Three nearby airports clear customs, and the Bahamas are less than an hour away by turboprop.

• Yacht access: Port Everglades and the city marinas sit 2 to 8 miles from the runways.
• Round-the-clock field: FXE is open and towered 24 hours.
• Island reach: Bimini, the nearest Bahamas island, is a half-hour turboprop hop.

A private jet should land at FXE for north Fort Lauderdale and Boca, and at FLL for Port Everglades. FXE is the city's dedicated general aviation airport, with no large airline traffic. FLL is closer to downtown and the beach hotels. Its 9,000-foot runway also takes VIP airliners.

Which Fort Lauderdale airport is closest to Port Everglades for a private jet?

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL) is the closest private jet airport to Port Everglades, 2.3 straight-line miles away. Fort Lauderdale Executive (FXE) is 7.9 miles north. FLL suits yacht crews and cruise passengers boarding the same day. FXE suits trips to Las Olas, 5.7 miles away, when airline traffic is a concern.

Every private aircraft category can use Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International, where runway 10L/28R is 9,000 feet. Fort Lauderdale Executive's 6,002-foot runway suits business jets up to ultra-long-range types, payload permitting. Pompano Beach Airpark takes up to light jets. North Perry, at 3,350 feet, is for turboprops only.

Can a large private jet land at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport?

Yes, large private jets can land at Fort Lauderdale Executive (FXE), whose main runway 9/27 is 6,002 feet long. Heavy jets such as the Challenger 650 and Falcon 900LX fit within the Hogani runway standard. Narrowbody and widebody VIP airliners are routed to FLL's 9,000-foot runway instead.

International private flights to Fort Lauderdale clear US Customs at FXE, FLL or Boca Raton. FXE is a landing rights airport with a CBP facility, so the operator requests permission before arrival. Boca Raton opened its own customs facility in May 2018. Each passenger needs a valid passport, and passport data goes to CBP before take-off.

How long is a private jet from Fort Lauderdale to the Bahamas?

A private jet from Fort Lauderdale to Bahamas islands takes 30 minutes to Bimini, under an hour to Nassau. Measured from FXE, Bimini lies 57 nautical miles east, Nassau 162 and Marsh Harbour 167. Turboprops suit these hops. The return flight clears US Customs on landing at FXE or FLL.

A private jet reaches Fort Lauderdale in 50 minutes from Orlando and 2.5 hours from Teterboro. A private jet Orlando to Fort Lauderdale flight covers 154 nautical miles by turboprop. A private jet from NYC to Fort Lauderdale flies 931 nautical miles from Teterboro to FXE. Las Vegas takes about 4.5 hours.

• Atlanta: about 1 hour 30 minutes from Peachtree-DeKalb by private light jet.
• Chicago: a private jet Chicago to Fort Lauderdale flight from Midway takes about 2 hours 35 minutes.
• Boston: a private jet Boston to Fort Lauderdale trip runs about 2 hours 45 minutes.
• Grand Cayman: about 1 hour 20 minutes by private light jet.

The private jet to Fort Lauderdale price runs from $1,300 an hour by turboprop to $60,000 by widebody airliner. Light jets cost $2,300 to $3,800 hourly and super midsize jets $4,500 to $7,500. Heavy jets for families and yacht groups run $5,500 to $8,500.

Each estimate multiplies the flight time by the category's hourly rate range. Flights under one hour are priced as a full hour. Taxes, airport fees and any repositioning are not included.

The full price will be quoted with all taxes and fees included. Get in touch with Hogani Jets team for more queries.

Pet owners need the operator's approval first, since cabin pet rules vary by aircraft. Domestic trips into Fort Lauderdale carry no federal import paperwork. A dog coming back from the Bahamas must be microchipped and travel with a CDC Dog Import Form receipt. Check the Bahamas pet entry rules before any island hop.

Flight hours and aircraft size decide most of the private jet to Fort Lauderdale cost. A Bahamas hop fits a turboprop, while Chicago or Toronto needs a midsize cabin. Boat Show week and the winter season tighten aircraft supply. Airport choice matters too, because FLL charges landing fees to every private aircraft.

• Boat Show week: late October and early November fill ramps and hotels.
• Dry season: November to mid-April is the busiest stretch.
• Airport fees: FLL has charged all users, private aircraft included, since 2007.
• Island legs: a Bahamas stop adds a short turboprop segment and customs.

What is the cheapest private jet to Fort Lauderdale?

A King Air 350 turboprop is the cheapest private jet to Fort Lauderdale, at $1,300 to $2,500 hourly. It covers Bimini, Nassau, Orlando and Key West in under an hour. Travellers from Atlanta save most in a very light jet, priced at $1,600 to $2,800 per hour.

Empty legs into Fort Lauderdale are repositioning flights that operators sell at a discount instead of flying empty. Many follow trips between South Florida, the Bahamas and the Northeast. Dates and times are fixed by the paying trip, so flexibility matters most.

To be matched with one, email charter@hoganijets.com or call +1-855-660-0573 with dates and group size.

Private jet demand in Fort Lauderdale peaks during the International Boat Show and the dry winter season. The 2026 show runs October 28 to November 1, drawing more than 100,000 visitors. The dry season lasts from November to mid-April. Atlantic storms are possible from June through November.

Which airport is closest to the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show?

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL) is the nearest private jet airport to the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. It sits 4.0 straight-line miles from Bahia Mar Yachting Center, a main venue. Fort Lauderdale Executive (FXE) is 7.1 miles away. The show spreads across several waterfront venues.

Fort Lauderdale's leading brand hotels line Fort Lauderdale Beach, 5 to 6 miles from either airport. FLL is slightly closer to the beach. FXE avoids airline traffic and keeps its tower open all night. Both work, so the choice usually follows arrival time and aircraft size.

Fort Lauderdale life centres on the water, from the Intracoastal canals to 7 miles of beaches. Las Olas Boulevard runs from downtown to the beach through the Riverwalk district. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts anchors that district. Historic homes and state parkland sit minutes from the sand.

• Bonnet House: an 1895 estate on Birch Road, on the National Register since 1984.
• Hugh Taylor Birch State Park: 180 beachfront acres with trails and canoeing.
• Stranahan House: a historic home in the Riverwalk district.
• Museum of Discovery and Science: also on the Riverwalk, suited to families.
• Bahamas day trips: Bimini is about 30 minutes away by turboprop.

• Cruises: Port Everglades is the world's third-busiest cruise port, so allow for sailing-day traffic.
• Yacht handovers: crew and owners often arrive together, which may need a larger cabin.
• Sport fishing: rods and coolers belong in the baggage plan from the start.
• Customs on return: Bahamas trips end with US Customs at FXE or FLL.

Fort Lauderdale is on Eastern Time with daylight saving. FXE's tower and airport stay open around the clock, with 24-hour fire and rescue cover. The city sees about 3,000 hours of sunshine a year. Allow time for I-95 and US-1 traffic when meetings run to the minute.

Hogani Jets is based in Miami, about 25 miles south. Every Fort Lauderdale private jet charter starts with the right field. That means FXE, FLL or Boca Raton first, then the aircraft and customs timing. Matt Hogan has personally coordinated over 2,000 charters in more than 90 countries.

Every operator's Part 135 certificate, insurance coverage, and safety record is independently reviewed before booking, with ARGUS, Wyvern, or IS-BAO ratings considered where they exist as one part of that review.

• Airport fit: FXE for all-night arrivals, FLL for Port Everglades and larger cabins.
• Boat Show ready: aircraft held early for late October and November.
• Island logistics: Bahamas hops and return customs booked as one trip.

To book a private jet to Fort Lauderdale, contact Hogani Jets at charter@hoganijets.com or +1-855-660-0573.