Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport
KOPF, Opa-locka, FL
12 miles to Miami Beach Convention Center
- Longest runway
- 9L/27R (8,002 ft)
- Customs
- Yes
- FBOs
- 2
15 miles to Brickell, 18 miles to South Beach
Opa-locka airport guide
Private Jet Charter to the Art Basel Miami Beach
Art Basel week brings collectors from around the world to Miami Beach, and South Florida’s private-jet airports book up fast.
- Usually held
- Early December
- Where
- Miami Beach Convention Center, Miami Beach, FL
- Closest airport
- Miami International (MIA), 9 mi
Flying Private to the Art Basel Miami Beach
Opa-locka and Miami International are each about 30 minutes from the Convention Center, and Fort Lauderdale Executive is convenient for the northern beaches.
Customs at Opa-locka and Miami makes them the choice for guests arriving from Europe and Latin America.
Staying longer? See our Miami Beach private jet guide.
Book Early
Parking at Opa-locka and Fort Lauderdale Executive fills up for Art Basel week.
Allow for Causeway Traffic
Traffic onto Miami Beach is heavy during the fair.
Confirm Your Return
Departures bunch up when the fair closes; book your return with your outbound flight.
Airports for the Art Basel Miami Beach
Distances are straight-line to Miami Beach Convention Center.
Miami International Airport
KMIA, Miami, FL
9 miles to Miami Beach Convention Center
- Longest runway
- 9/27 (13,016 ft)
- Customs
- Yes
- FBOs
- 1
8 miles to Brickell and downtown
Miami International airport guideFort Lauderdale Executive Airport
KFXE, Fort Lauderdale, FL
28 miles to Miami Beach Convention Center
- Longest runway
- 09/27 (6,002 ft)
- Customs
- Yes
About 6 miles to downtown Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale Executive airport guideFlight Times to the Art Basel Miami Beach
Estimated one-way times and prices to Opa-locka (OPF), before taxes, fees and event premiums.
| From | Distance | Light jet | Midsize jet | Heavy jet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York (TEB) | 1,092 mi | 2 hr 50 min$12,200–$17,700 | 2 hr 40 min$16,600–$21,500 | 2 hr 30 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Los Angeles (VNY) | 2,342 mi | Needs fuel stop | 4 hr 50 min$27,000–$33,500 | 4 hr 35 min$42,000–$64,500 |
| Dallas (DAL) | 1,105 mi | 2 hr 35 min$11,300–$16,300 | 2 hr 30 min$16,600–$21,500 | 2 hr 20 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Chicago (MDW) | 1,177 mi | 2 hr 50 min$12,300–$17,900 | 2 hr 45 min$16,600–$21,500 | 2 hr 35 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Houston (HOU) | 952 mi | 2 hr 15 min$10,900–$15,900 | 2 hr 10 min$16,600–$21,500 | 2 hr 5 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| San Francisco (SFO) | 2,578 mi | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | 5 hr$46,000–$70,500 |
| Las Vegas (LAS) | 2,168 mi | Needs fuel stop | 4 hr 30 min$25,000–$31,000 | 4 hr 15 min$39,000–$60,000 |
| Boston (BED) | 1,252 mi | 3 hr 10 min$13,900–$20,000 | 3 hr 5 min$16,800–$22,000 | 2 hr 50 min$36,500–$56,000 |
Art Basel Miami Beach Charter Questions
Which airport is best for Art Basel Miami Beach?
Opa-locka (OPF) or Miami International (MIA), each about 30 minutes from the Convention Center.
Can international guests clear customs on arrival?
Yes. Opa-locka and Miami International both have customs for private flights.
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