Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport
KOPF, Opa-locka, FL
- 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 Miami Beach
Most private flyers heading to Miami Beach land at Opa-locka or Miami International, each about 30 minutes from South Beach.
- Main airport
- OPF / KOPF
- Elevation
- 8 ft
- Longest runway
- 9L/27R (8,002 ft)
- Customs
- On field
Flying Private to Miami Beach
Miami-Opa Locka Executive is business-aviation focused. Miami International is a little closer to South Beach, and Fort Lauderdale Executive is convenient for Bal Harbour and the northern beaches.
Winter and major events bring the busiest weeks.
Miami Beach Airports for Private Jets
Which airport is best depends on where you are going on the ground, the time of day and the aircraft.
Miami International Airport
KMIA, Miami, FL
- 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
- Longest runway
- 09/27 (6,002 ft)
- Customs
- Yes
About 6 miles to downtown Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale Executive airport guideBefore You Book Miami Beach
The local rules and conditions that affect your aircraft, schedule and price.
Event Weeks
Ramps fill up quickly during Art Basel and race weekend; book early.
Airport Choice
Opa-locka or Miami International for South Beach; Fort Lauderdale Executive for Bal Harbour and Sunny Isles.
When Demand Peaks in Miami Beach
Book early for these dates. Quieter periods offer the widest choice of aircraft.
- December
- Art Basel Miami Beach.
- March
- Miami Music Week.
- May
- The Miami Grand Prix.
- June to November
- Hurricane season.
Flight Times and Prices to Miami Beach
Estimated one-way flight times and prices to OPF for aircraft that fly the trip nonstop. Prices exclude taxes, fees and repositioning. Estimate a different trip
| 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 |
Best Aircraft for Miami Beach
Light jets fly from the Southeast; super-midsize jets fly from the Northeast and Texas comfortably.
Miami Beach Private Jet Questions
Which airport is closest to South Beach?
Miami International (MIA) is closest, about 12 miles away. Opa-locka (OPF) is also popular.
How long is a private flight from New York to Miami Beach?
About 2 hr 50 min from Teterboro to Opa-locka in a light jet.
