Exotic Miami and cosmopolitan New York are some of America’s most visited cities. While New York lacks gorgeous beaches, Miami craves the rush and excitement offered by the Big Apple, so the two cities complement each other perfectly. No wonder that this route is non-stop packed by travelers.
The best, and without a doubt fastest way to travel this famous route is by private jet. I’m sure that doesn’t surprise you much, so allow me to walk you through the private flying experience, and cover important aspects such as prices, types and sizes of jets, and private airports, or FBOs, so that you have all the essentials before renting a jet.
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Miami to New York: Overview

To get from Miami to New York, you basically need to cross the whole east coast, almost. We’re talking about a distance of some 1,300 miles, which would make your potential car ride quite long – about 20 hours without stopping.
A private jet, however, will take you to your wanted destination in two to three hours, on average. Most will pass the route in two and a half, but a turboprop might take much longer, like up to four hours straight. These jets have propellers outside of the engine cabin which slows them down significantly, but that’s why they’re much more affordable than the rest.
We all know that flying private is not a cheap deal, so the article pays great attention to prices. Without getting too much into detail right now, know that a flight to New York from Miami should cost from $10,000 to $40,000, or more if your appetite gets bigger.
Another important thing about private flying is to find a place that you will use as your hub to take off and land. It can be a private airport but it can also be a fixed-base operator (FBO) where you’ll feel safe and comfy while waiting for your flight or while resting and waiting for your transportation after it.
Now, let’s get to the prices.
Pricing Options
As mentioned, prices can go up and down based on your desires. However, it’s not only size that determines the price, but there are other variables as well, like the year of make and model, the date and time you’re traveling, the number of overnights, and so on.
The prices in the table below are as seen from the official website of The Aviation Factory.
Average Prices From Miami to New York
Aircraft type | Number of passengers | Miami to New York route price | Estimated flight time |
Turboprop | 5 – 19 | $10,500 | 4 hours |
Light jet | 4 – 9 | $11,000 | 2 hours 50 minutes |
Midsize jet | 6 – 10 | $13,000 | 2 hours 40 minutes |
Heavy jet | 8 – 19 | $18,000 | 2 hours 35 minutes |
From the table, it seems that there’s no real difference in price when it comes to turboprops and light jets, but that’s not quite true. The number of passengers is important here because if you have full seating capacities on both jets, the price will be quite lower with the turboprop if everyone’s chipping in. It’s therefore important to remember that you’re paying for the whole jet when renting it, not individual tickets.
Miami to New York Airports
Miami will not disappoint you with its private flying capacities. You can find specially dedicated private airports or terminals devoted to private jets.

From Miami International Airport to New York
What’s JFK to New York, that’s Miami International Airport (MIA) to Miami, the most popular flying hub that attracts millions of people throughout the year, for both commercial and private flights. A great FBO you can find here is run by Signature Flight Support, where you’ll be offered VIP suites, snooze rooms, conference halls, dry cleaning and shoe shining machines, and more.
You also have a smaller airport that’s within the scope of MIA’s operations, Miami Executive Airport (KTMB), which is more of a private flying paradise. There are many fixed-base operators as well as ground handlers that will offer you under-the-wing services, such as maintenance, fueling, or even storage, as well as beautiful lounges, and high end amenities and services. Such companies are Signature Flight Support, Reliance Aviation, or International Flight Center.
From Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport to New York
This airport in Hollywood is where plenty of private airline companies run terminals or FBOs. Such operators are Jetex, Signature Flight Support, Sheltair Aviation, National Jets, Jetscape.
I’ll say confidently that the aforementioned companies offer only 5 star services and amenities to their private flyers. However, better do your research to find out all the little things on offer. Is it snooze rooms or dry cleaning? At Fort Lauderdale, you’ll get it all.
From Palm Beach International Airport to New York
Palm Beach is a pretty famous airport among private flyers and has gathered quite popular companies to run private terminals within the building or nearby, some of which are more focused on ground handling while others are completely passenger-oriented.
Signature Flight Support is probably the most well known of them all. It offers a VIP lounge, rent a car services, cozy conference rooms and business center, and plenty of other amenities and services.
Atlantic and Jet Aviation, on the other hand, are more of ground handlers and they would be a great choice if you’re flying your own jet and wouldn’t mind a quick check-up or refueling before you take off.
Moreover, NetJets, and Great Flight have been getting some great reviews in terms of tailor-made services, as they make sure to make your wishes a reality. At their premises, you’ll get delicious snacks and food, both on the jet and in the lounge.
New York City Airports
New York City is even richer with airports than Miami. There are a lot of options to choose from, regardless of where you’re located – in Manhattan, New Jersey, or Queens. Every area has the preferable airport and they rarely fail to impress.
John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
Obviously, JFK is the first airport that you’ll think of when New York is mentioned. It is, of course, an amazing airport that’s been kept busy for decades and operates thousands of flights and serves millions of passengers annually. It is easily reachable from Manhattan with shuttles parked at every corner that can take you there.
But JFK is more oriented towards commercial flights. Of course, there is a way to fly private from JFK, but the options for fixed-base operators are rather limited. Sheltair Aviation, for example, is one of the better choices and you can find it at Terminal Building 145 at JFK. You’ll get all the attention from the crew, and you can sit and relax in the VIP lounge, order some food, and wait for your transportation.
Allied Aviation can also be found at JFK and it’s worth saying that this FBO is constantly in business for the sixth decade now. Other than passenger handling, they’re also focused on under-the-wing services such as fueling, maintenance, and storage. But of course, they also have beautiful lounges and will offer you cars or other transportation if needed.
LaGuardia Airport
As I said, New York has an airport for every part of the city. For those based in Queens, I’d recommend LaGuardia. The “official” fixed-base operator at LaGuardia Airport is Sheltair which can be found at the Marine Air Terminal, easily visible when standing in front of the building.
The nicely-trained personnel will offer you car rentals, jet maintenance including cleaning, and other concierge services. The lounge is beautiful and there is an outside part that is just so gorgeous when it’s sunny outside where you can also relax after your flight.
Teterboro Airport
Teterboro Airport is located in New Jersey. Yes, on the other side of the Hudson River but very close to Manhattan, only 20 minutes by car. However, this airport is known to be the most convenient one for private flying thanks to the plethora of fixed-base operators and ground handlers providing services at the airport or nearby, like:
- Air Bound Aviation;
- Atlantic Aviation;
- Meridian Teterboro;
- Greenwood Lake Aviation
- Ross Aviation;
- Million Air White Plains;
- Linden Airport Management;
- Lynx FBO Network.
Which Jet Models Can Fly You to New York From Miami?

New York is pretty far away, but most modern jets are made to easily cover such a distance – even turboprops. I’ll give you a couple of options from each model and you can choose the one that suits you best in terms of comfort, speed, and of course, price.
Small (Light Jets) and Midsize Jets
A turboprop plane will probably be quite slower than the rest, but it should also be more affordable. The Piper M600 is a good example of a turboprop. Very modern-looking with a comfy cabin made to fit 5 people. It needs 3 hours and 50 minutes to reach NYC and will cost you around $15,000.
Another turboprop to rent for more or less the same price is the King Air E90. It can take one extra person in the cabin and it’s pet-friendly so you can take your furry friend with you. It’s a bit slower, on the other hand, needing 4 hours and 35 minutes to reach New York.
A light jet would be a better option, like the Learjet 35A. You’ll need some $13,500 to rent it and it will take you from Miami to New York in 2 hours and 40 minutes. It has a seating capacity of 8 people plus a pet.
The Hawker 400 could be another choice for a light jet. This jet has a capacity to seat 8 passengers and needs 2 hours and 50 minutes to reach New York. There is Internet access in the cabin and costs around $21,000 to rent.
If you still wish for something bigger, like a midsize jet, consider the Challenger 604. The jet costs around $20,000 to hire and can fit 12 people in its comfy cabin. There is also room for a pet and there’s Internet access. To reach New York from Miami, this one needs 2 hours and 35 minutes.
Another midsize jet that I would recommend is the Hawker 850XP. The jet is capable of taking 9 people on board and covering the route in 2 hours and 35 minutes. It will cost you some $26,000 to rent it.
Heavy Jets
A heavy jet is what you rent when you want to make sure that you’ll fly in complete comfort and at a decent speed. Of course, bigger and faster jets come at a price. Here are some suggestions for a heavy jet.
The Gulfstream G-IVSP is the type of jet that you fall in love with at first sight. Most heavy jets on this route have a rental price tag of some $30,000, and so does this one. It’ll take you and potentially 13 other passengers to New York in 2 hours and 30 minutes.
Another option could be the Challenger 605 which would be a bit more expensive to rent – some $33,000. This jet is very comfortable as it has a wide cabin that is made to welcome 12 people. The jet needs 2 hours and 40 minutes to fly from Miami to New York.
Finally, an offer for those who don’t mind damaging their bank account a little more. The Falcon 2000EX EASy is a stunner that has a gorgeous walk-around cabin that fits 12 people. The passengers enjoy maximum comfort and have Internet access. The time needed to pass this route is 2 hours and 35 minutes, and the jet has a rental price of some $40,000.
Prices Per Plane Type: Overview
Below, you will find a table that gives the prices per plane type and model.
Plane type | |||
Light and midsize jets | Number of passengers | Flight time | Price |
Piper M600 | 5 | 3 hours 50 minutes | $15,000 |
King Air E90 | 6 | 4 hours 35 minutes | $15,000 |
Learjet 35A | 8 | 2 hours 40 minutes | $13,500 |
Hawker 400 | 8 | 2 hours 50 minutes | $21,000 |
Challenger 604 | 12 | 2 hours 35 minutes | $20,000 |
Hawker 850XP | 9 | 2 hours 35 minutes | $26,000 |
Heavy jets | |||
Gulfstream G-IVSP | 13 | 2 hours 30 minutes | $30,000 |
Challenger 605 | 12 | 2 hours 40 minutes | $33,000 |
Falcon 2000EX EASy | 12 | 2 hours 35 minutes | $40,000 |
Conclusion
Miami to New York is one of the most exciting routes in the States, and there’s nothing better than taking a private jet for this trip.
There are a couple of things that you have to know in order to have a successful flight. Know that the amount of money you could spend starts at some $10,000 and can reach up to $40,000 if not more.
The average flight duration is about two and a half hours, while turboprops or slower planes will need over 3 hours. Don’t worry about finding the perfect FBO as both cities have very good operators managing the flights. Happy travels!