Charter route · Southeast
Miami → Key West
KOPF → KEYW · 114 nm · 0h 38m typical block · $4,500–$6,000 light jet
114 nm
Distance
0h 38m
Block time (light jet)
$4,500–$6,000
Typical one-way estimate
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Operators at the endpoints
The Miami–Key West run covers 114 nautical miles, typically flown on a light jet in about 0h 38m block time from KOPF 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 | 0h 46m | $2,500–$3,500 |
| Light JetTypical | Citation CJ3, Phenom 300 | 4–7 | 0h 38m | $4,500–$6,000 |
| Midsize Jet | Citation XLS+, Learjet 60XR | 7–9 | 0h 38m | $6,500–$9,000 |
| Super-Midsize Jet | Citation Longitude, Challenger 350 | 8–12 | 0h 37m | $7,500–$10,500 |
| Heavy Jet | Gulfstream G550, Global 6000 | 12–19 | 0h 36m | $10,500–$14,500 |
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.
04 / Answers
Miami to Key West: what fliers ask
How long is the flight from Miami to Key West?
The trip covers about 114 nautical miles. Plan on roughly 0h 38m block time on a light jet — a light jet runs about 0h 38m, a heavy jet about 0h 36m. Block time includes taxi and climb, not just cruise.
How much does a private jet from Miami to Key West cost?
One-way estimates run $4,500–$6,000 on a light jet, the class most travelers book at this distance. Across the whole rate card the spread is $2,500 (turboprop) to $14,500 (heavy jet). Real quotes move with dates, positioning, and demand.
Which airports do private jets use between Miami and Key West?
Departures typically use KOPF, KFXE, KMIA; arrivals use KEYW. When KEYW is slot-restricted or weathered in, nearby alternates include KNQX, KMTH, KX51, 07FA.
What size aircraft is right for Miami to Key West?
At 114 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 Miami 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.