Charter route · Southeast
Fort Lauderdale → Harbour Island
KFXE → MYEH · 193 nm · 0h 50m typical block · $6,000–$8,000 light jet
193 nm
Distance
0h 50m
Block time (light jet)
$6,000–$8,000
Typical one-way estimate
9
Operators at the endpoints
The Fort Lauderdale–Harbour Island run covers 193 nautical miles, typically flown on a light jet in about 0h 50m block time from KFXE to MYEH.
Harbour Island peaks Nov–May — strongest demand around winter and spring. Book 2–4 weeks ahead in season; slots and ramp space at MYEH tighten around holidays and major events. Customs clearance required, short runways.
Cost by aircraft class
| Class | Typical aircraft | Seats | Block | One-way est. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | King Air 350, Pilatus PC-12 | 6–9 | 1h 04m | $3,000–$4,500 |
| Light JetTypical | Citation CJ3, Phenom 300 | 4–7 | 0h 50m | $6,000–$8,000 |
| Midsize Jet | Citation XLS+, Learjet 60XR | 7–9 | 0h 49m | $8,000–$11,500 |
| Super-Midsize Jet | Citation Longitude, Challenger 350 | 8–12 | 0h 48m | $9,500–$13,500 |
| Heavy Jet | Gulfstream G550, Global 6000 | 12–19 | 0h 47m | $13,500–$18,500 |
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
Rated operators on this route
Operators based at either end fly it without positioning an aircraft first — often the sharpest quotes.
Based near Fort Lauderdale
04 / Answers
Fort Lauderdale to Harbour Island: what fliers ask
How long is the flight from Fort Lauderdale to Harbour Island?
The trip covers about 193 nautical miles. Plan on roughly 0h 50m block time on a light jet — a light jet runs about 0h 50m, a heavy jet about 0h 47m. Block time includes taxi and climb, not just cruise.
How much does a private jet from Fort Lauderdale to Harbour Island cost?
One-way estimates run $6,000–$8,000 on a light jet, the class most travelers book at this distance. Across the whole rate card the spread is $3,000 (turboprop) to $18,500 (heavy jet). Real quotes move with dates, positioning, and demand.
Which airports do private jets use between Fort Lauderdale and Harbour Island?
Departures typically use KFXE, KFLL; arrivals use MYEH. When MYEH is slot-restricted or weathered in, nearby alternates include MYEM, MYER, MYNN, MYEN.
What size aircraft is right for Fort Lauderdale to Harbour Island?
At 193 nm, most charters book a light jet (Citation CJ3, Phenom 300, 4–7 seats). Larger cabins fly it faster with more room; smaller classes trade comfort for price.
Are there empty-leg flights from Fort Lauderdale to Harbour Island?
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.