Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport
KOPF, Opa-locka, FL
5 miles to Miami International Autodrome (Hard Rock Stadium)
- 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 Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix
The Miami Grand Prix circuit is about four miles from Opa-locka, Miami’s main private-jet airport, so the right airport choice saves real time on race weekend.
- Usually held
- Spring, usually early May
- Where
- Miami International Autodrome (Hard Rock Stadium), Miami Gardens, FL
- Closest airport
- Opa-locka (OPF), 5 mi
Flying Private to the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix
Race weekend brings a surge of private arrivals into South Florida from Thursday on. Opa-locka Executive is the closest jet airport to the Miami International Autodrome, and it has customs for guests arriving from Latin America, the Caribbean and Europe.
Traffic around Hard Rock Stadium is heavy on race days, so a short transfer from the airport matters as much as the flight itself.
Staying longer? See our Miami private jet guide.
Fly into Opa-Locka
OPF is about four miles from the circuit, has long runways for heavy jets and on-site customs. Miami International and Fort Lauderdale Executive are good alternatives if OPF is full.
Arrive Before Friday
Arrivals peak on Thursday and Friday. Landing earlier in the week gives you more choice of FBO and parking.
Plan the Sunday Exit
Many guests leave straight after the race. Book the departure time with your trip and allow extra time for traffic around the stadium.
Confirm Your Return
Everyone leaves after the race at once. Book your return with your outbound flight so your departure time is set.
Airports for the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix
Distances are straight-line to Miami International Autodrome (Hard Rock Stadium).
Miami International Airport
KMIA, Miami, FL
12 miles to Miami International Autodrome (Hard Rock Stadium)
- Longest runway
- 9/27 (13,016 ft)
- Customs
- Yes
- FBOs
- 1
8 miles to Brickell and downtown
Miami International airport guideFlight Times to the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix
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 |
Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix Charter Questions
Which airport is closest to the Miami Grand Prix?
Miami-Opa Locka Executive (OPF), about four miles from the Miami International Autodrome at Hard Rock Stadium.
Can international guests clear customs at OPF?
Yes. Opa-locka has customs at the private terminals, so guests can fly in directly from outside the US.
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