Charter route · Southeast
New York → Key West
KTEB → KEYW · 1,052 nm · 2h 46m typical block · $33,000–$46,500 super-midsize jet
1,052 nm
Distance
2h 46m
Block time (super-midsize jet)
$33,000–$46,500
Typical one-way estimate
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Operators at the endpoints
The New York–Key West run covers 1,052 nautical miles, typically flown on a super-midsize jet in about 2h 46m block time from KTEB 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 | 4h 16m | $13,000–$18,000 |
| Light Jet | Citation CJ3, Phenom 300 | 4–7 | 2h 60m | $21,000–$29,500 |
| Midsize Jet | Citation XLS+, Learjet 60XR | 7–9 | 2h 54m | $29,000–$40,500 |
| Super-Midsize JetTypical | Citation Longitude, Challenger 350 | 8–12 | 2h 46m | $33,000–$46,500 |
| Heavy Jet | Gulfstream G550, Global 6000 | 12–19 | 2h 43m | $46,000–$64,500 |
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
New York, NY
Nearby alternates
Rated operators on this route
Operators based at either end fly it without positioning an aircraft first — often the sharpest quotes.
04 / Answers
New York to Key West: what fliers ask
How long is the flight from New York to Key West?
The trip covers about 1,052 nautical miles. Plan on roughly 2h 46m block time on a super-midsize jet — a light jet runs about 2h 60m, a heavy jet about 2h 43m. Block time includes taxi and climb, not just cruise.
How much does a private jet from New York to Key West cost?
One-way estimates run $33,000–$46,500 on a super-midsize jet, the class most travelers book at this distance. Across the whole rate card the spread is $13,000 (turboprop) to $64,500 (heavy jet). Real quotes move with dates, positioning, and demand.
Which airports do private jets use between New York and Key West?
Departures typically use KTEB, KHPN, KFRG; arrivals use KEYW. When KEYW is slot-restricted or weathered in, nearby alternates include KNQX, KMTH, KX51, 07FA.
What size aircraft is right for New York to Key West?
At 1,052 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 New York 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.