Private jet from Los Angeles to Miami.
A private jet from Los Angeles to Miami covers 2,029 nautical miles (2,335 miles) in about 5h 12m on a midsize jet. A one-way charter is estimated at $26,000–$41,600; an empty leg on the same route typically costs $6,500–$31,200. Flights usually depart from Van Nuys Airport or Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport and arrive at Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport or Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport.
| Distance | 2,029 nm · 2,335 mi · 3,758 km (great-circle) |
|---|---|
| Typical block time | 5h 35m on a light jet |
| Non-stop categories | Midsize jet, Super-midsize jet, Heavy jet, Ultra-long-range jet |
| One-way charter estimate | $26,000–$41,600 (midsize jet) |
| Empty leg estimate | $6,500–$31,200 |
| Time zone change | +3 h (America/Los_Angeles → America/New_York) |
| Departure airports | Van Nuys Airport, Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport, Los Angeles International Airport |
| Arrival airports | Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport, Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport, Miami International Airport |
How much does a private jet from Los Angeles to Miami cost?
A one-way charter from Los Angeles to Miami is estimated at $26,000–$41,600 on a midsize jet, and an empty leg at $6,500–$31,200.
Price depends on the aircraft category and the block time, not on how many people travel. The table applies published hourly-rate bands to this route’s block time and models empty legs at 25–75% below the charter estimate (Business Travel Executive, 2023). Prices are shown in USD at the European Central Bank rate (ECB, 2026).
| Aircraft category | Block time | Non-stop | One-way charter (est.) | Empty leg (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | 8h 03m | Fuel stop | $16,100–$25,000 | $4,000–$18,800 |
| Very light jet | 6h 24m | Fuel stop | $17,300–$22,400 | $4,300–$16,800 |
| Light jet | 5h 35m | Fuel stop | $19,600–$30,700 | $4,900–$23,000 |
| Midsize jet | 5h 12m | Yes | $26,000–$41,600 | $6,500–$31,200 |
| Super-midsize jet | 4h 52m | Yes | $36,500–$53,500 | $9,100–$40,100 |
| Heavy jet | 4h 40m | Yes | $42,000–$69,900 | $10,500–$52,400 |
| Ultra-long-range jet | 4h 29m | Yes | $62,700–$98,500 | $15,700–$73,900 |
Model estimate, not a quote. See how we calculate prices.
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Miami?
The flight takes about 5h 35m on a light jet, and 4h 29m on an ultra-long-range jet.
Block time is the great-circle distance of 2,029 nautical miles divided by a typical block speed for each category, plus fifteen minutes for taxi. Winds, routing and air traffic control can add or remove ten to twenty minutes. Clocks in Miami are 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Turboprop and Very light jet and Light jet would need a fuel stop; midsize jet, super-midsize jet, heavy jet, ultra-long-range jet fly it non-stop.
Which airports do private jets use between Los Angeles and Miami?
Most flights depart from Van Nuys Airport and arrive at Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport; 4 other airports serve the two cities.
Los Angeles
| Airport | Codes | Longest runway | Distance to centre | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Van Nuys Airport | KVNY / VNY | 2,439 m | 29 km | Business aviation terminal |
| Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport | KBUR / BUR | 2,099 m | 20 km | Airport with GA terminal |
| Los Angeles International Airport | KLAX / LAX | 3,930 m | 19 km | Airport with GA terminal |
Runway lengths and coordinates from OurAirports (OurAirports open data (public domain), 2026); straight-line distances to the city centre use Wikidata coordinates (Wikidata (CC0), 2026).
Miami
| Airport | Codes | Longest runway | Distance to centre | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport | KOPF / OPF | 2,439 m | 17 km | Business aviation terminal |
| Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport | KFLL / FLL | 2,743 m | 33 km | Airport with GA terminal |
| Miami International Airport | KMIA / MIA | 3,967 m | 10 km | Airport with GA terminal |
Runway lengths and coordinates from OurAirports (OurAirports open data (public domain), 2026); straight-line distances to the city centre use Wikidata coordinates (Wikidata (CC0), 2026).
Which aircraft suit Los Angeles to Miami?
Midsize jet, Super-midsize jet, Heavy jet, Ultra-long-range jet can fly this route non-stop; the lowest-cost option is usually a midsize jet.
Non-stop feasibility compares the distance with 85% of each category’s typical range, which leaves a reserve for winds and alternates. On a sector this long cabin comfort matters: a super-midsize or larger jet gives a stand-up cabin, a galley and, on the largest types, somewhere to sleep.
- Midsize jet: Cessna Citation XLS+ / Latitude, Embraer Praetor 500, Hawker 800XP / 900XP
- Super-midsize jet: Bombardier Challenger 3500, Embraer Praetor 600, Cessna Citation Longitude
- Heavy jet: Bombardier Challenger 650, Dassault Falcon 900LX, Embraer Legacy 650
- Ultra-long-range jet: Bombardier Global 7500, Gulfstream G650ER / G700, Dassault Falcon 8X
Are empty legs available from Los Angeles to Miami?
Not on the public board today; availability depends on operators repositioning along this corridor, and most legs are published only days ahead.
Empty legs follow the traffic. Routes between Los Angeles and Miami produce empty legs when an aircraft drops passengers at one end and returns without any. Set up an alert for this route and we message you when a matching flight is released.
Where does the Los Angeles to Miami route go?
The great-circle track runs 2,029 nautical miles between the two city centres.
Questions about Los Angeles to Miami
How long is a private jet flight from Los Angeles to Miami?
About 5h 35m block time on a light jet over 2,029 nautical miles, including a quarter-hour taxi allowance. Larger jets are a few minutes quicker. Add fifteen minutes at each terminal.
How much does a private jet from Los Angeles to Miami cost?
A one-way charter is estimated at $26,000–$41,600 on a midsize jet, and an empty leg on the same route at $6,500–$31,200. These are model estimates from published hourly rates, not quotes; the operator confirms the price.
Which airports do private jets use between Los Angeles and Miami?
Departures usually use Van Nuys Airport, Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport, Los Angeles International Airport; arrivals Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport, Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport, Miami International Airport. The aircraft’s base and your onward plans decide which.
Can an empty leg flight be cancelled?
Yes. An empty leg exists only because of another customer’s booking. If that customer changes date or route, or cancels, the empty leg may be rescheduled or withdrawn. Refund terms are set out in your charter agreement, and consequential costs such as hotels or replacement flights are not normally covered. Check the terms before you pay. No audited industry cancellation rate is published.
Do you pay per seat or for the whole aircraft?
Almost always the whole aircraft. An empty leg on an eight-seat jet costs the same for one passenger or eight, which is why empty legs work best for groups. A few operators and apps sell single seats on selected flights; where that applies, the listing says so.
Sources
- Paramount Business Jets, "Private Jet Rental | Jet Cost & Hourly Rates (2026)", 2026-08 (accessed 2026-09-20)
- Amalfi Jets, "Private Jet Cost Per Hour 2026: Rates by Jet Type", 2026-06-15 (accessed 2026-09-20)
- Jetvice, "Private Jet Charter Hourly Rates 2026", 2026-09-01 (accessed 2026-09-20)
- Business Travel Executive, "Empty Legs, Empty Promises?", 2023-02-02 (accessed 2026-09-20). XO estimate that 30–50% of the charter fleet often flies empty; Victor on savings of up to 75%; Chapman Freeborn on change and cancellation risk.
- European Central Bank euro foreign exchange reference rates (via frankfurter.dev), 2026-09-18 (accessed 2026-09-20). Rates used for USD, EUR and GBP conversions.
- OurAirports open data (public domain), 2026-09-20 (accessed 2026-09-20). Airport codes, coordinates, elevation and runway lengths.
- Wikidata (CC0), 2026-09-20 (accessed 2026-09-20). City-centre coordinates used for airport-to-city distances.
Last reviewed 20 September 2026 by Empty Leg Exclusive Editorial Team.
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