Private jet from Miami to the Bahamas
Flight time around 55m, indicative one-way price $6k–9k for a turboprop, and the airports and aircraft that suit the trip.
About this route
Miami to the Bahamas is one of the shortest international private flights from the US, used for long weekends, island resorts and yacht trips. A turboprop or light jet reaches Nassau in under an hour, and the operator can continue to the Out Islands too.
Airports
Departing Miami
- Miami-Opa Locka Executive (OPF), a dedicated business-aviation airport north of the city
- Miami International (MIA), the main commercial airport, also used for private flights
- Fort Lauderdale Executive (FXE), for Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton
Arriving the Bahamas
- Lynden Pindling International, Nassau (NAS), the main gateway to the Bahamas, with customs for private flights
- Exuma International (GGT), for Great Exuma and the Exuma Cays
- North Eleuthera (ELH), for Harbour Island and northern Eleuthera
Which aircraft to choose
| Aircraft | Seats | Why choose it | One way |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | 6–8 | Good value on short hops, and able to use smaller airports. King Air 350, Pilatus PC-12. | $6k–9k |
| Light jet | 6–7 | The usual choice for up to six passengers with normal luggage. Phenom 300, Citation CJ3. | Quoted on request |
| Midsize jet | 7–9 | More legroom and luggage space, and a near stand-up cabin. Citation XLS+, Hawker 800XP. | Quoted on request |
Prices are indicative estimates for the whole aircraft, not per seat. How charter prices work.
When to fly and what affects the price
- Winter, from December to April, is high season, with spring break adding demand in March.
- Hurricane season runs from June to November, so leave some flexibility in your dates, especially from August to October.
- Every passenger needs a valid passport, and the operator files customs paperwork for both countries.
- Whether an aircraft is already near Miami or has to fly in first (positioning).
- Overflight and landing permits and customs at both ends, arranged by the operator and listed in your quote.
- Airport, handling and parking fees, crew costs and taxes, all listed in your quote.
Save with empty legs
An empty leg is a flight an operator has to fly anyway to reposition an aircraft. If one matches your route and dates, you can fly for much less than a full charter. Mention in your request that your dates are flexible and we'll look for one.
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Questions about this route
How long is a private jet flight from Miami to the Bahamas?
About 55 minutes on a turboprop, depending on winds and the airports used. The straight-line distance is ~300 km (190 mi).
How much does a private jet from Miami to the Bahamas cost?
A turboprop is an indicative $6,000–9,000 one way for the whole aircraft, including an allowance for positioning, fees and taxes. Larger jets cost more. Your exact price depends on dates, aircraft and positioning.
Which airports are best for private flights?
Miami-Opa Locka Executive (OPF) is purpose-built for private aviation. In the Bahamas, Nassau (NAS) is the main gateway, with Exuma (GGT) and North Eleuthera (ELH) for the islands.