Charter route · Southeast
Dallas → Key West
KADS → KEYW · 939 nm · 2h 30m typical block · $30,000–$42,000 super-midsize jet
939 nm
Distance
2h 30m
Block time (super-midsize jet)
$30,000–$42,000
Typical one-way estimate
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Operators at the endpoints
The Dallas–Key West run covers 939 nautical miles, typically flown on a super-midsize jet in about 2h 30m block time from KADS to KEYW.
Key West peaks Nov–Apr — strongest demand around winter and spring. Book 2–4 weeks ahead in season; slots and ramp space at KEYW tighten around holidays and major events. 4,800ft runway limits heavy jets.
Cost by aircraft class
| Class | Typical aircraft | Seats | Block | One-way est. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | King Air 350, Pilatus PC-12 | 6–9 | 3h 51m | $11,500–$16,000 |
| Light Jet | Citation CJ3, Phenom 300 | 4–7 | 2h 43m | $19,000–$26,500 |
| Midsize Jet | Citation XLS+, Learjet 60XR | 7–9 | 2h 38m | $26,500–$37,000 |
| Super-Midsize JetTypical | Citation Longitude, Challenger 350 | 8–12 | 2h 30m | $30,000–$42,000 |
| Heavy Jet | Gulfstream G550, Global 6000 | 12–19 | 2h 28m | $42,000–$58,500 |
Estimates only — class rate card × block time on great-circle distance +8% routing, the same math as the cost estimator. Real quotes vary with dates, positioning, and demand.
Airport options
Dallas, TX
- Addison AirportPrimaryKADS
- Dallas Love FieldKDAL
- Fort Worth Meacham International AirportKFTW
- Perot Field/Fort Worth Alliance AirportKAFW
Nearby alternates
Dallas destination guide →Rated operators on this route
Operators based at either end fly it without positioning an aircraft first — often the sharpest quotes.
04 / Answers
Dallas to Key West: what fliers ask
How long is the flight from Dallas to Key West?
The trip covers about 939 nautical miles. Plan on roughly 2h 30m block time on a super-midsize jet — a light jet runs about 2h 43m, a heavy jet about 2h 28m. Block time includes taxi and climb, not just cruise.
How much does a private jet from Dallas to Key West cost?
One-way estimates run $30,000–$42,000 on a super-midsize jet, the class most travelers book at this distance. Across the whole rate card the spread is $11,500 (turboprop) to $58,500 (heavy jet). Real quotes move with dates, positioning, and demand.
Which airports do private jets use between Dallas and Key West?
Departures typically use KADS, KDAL, KFTW, KAFW; arrivals use KEYW. When KEYW is slot-restricted or weathered in, nearby alternates include KNQX, KMTH, KX51, 07FA.
What size aircraft is right for Dallas to Key West?
At 939 nm, most charters book a super-midsize jet (Citation Longitude, Challenger 350, 8–12 seats). Larger cabins fly it faster with more room; smaller classes trade comfort for price.
Are there empty-leg flights from Dallas to Key West?
Empty legs on this route are posted by operators as repositioning flights come up — they clear in hours, not days. Watch the empty-legs board or set an alert to catch the next one.