Miami to New York is the return leg of America's great winter migration — and pound for pound one of the smartest charters on the East Coast. Depart Opa-Locka (OPF) mid-morning and you are in Midtown Manhattan by early afternoon, having skipped MIA entirely.
Northbound demand peaks Sunday afternoons and at winter-season close (late April), when repositioning creates a wave of southbound empty legs. If your dates flex even 24 hours, this route rewards it more than almost any other.
What it costs by aircraft category
Current market estimates for Miami (OPF) to New York (TEB), one way, including fuel and standard fees:
| Category | Typical aircraft | Hourly rate | Flight time | Estimated total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | Pilatus PC-12, King Air 350 | $2,000–$3,500/h | 4h 01m | $8,000 – $14,100 |
| Light Jet | Phenom 300, Citation CJ3+ | $3,500–$5,500/h | 2h 59m | $10,400 – $16,400 |
| Midsize Jet | Citation Latitude, Learjet 60XR | $5,500–$8,000/h | 2h 41m | $14,800 – $21,500 |
| Super-Midsize | Challenger 350, Citation X | $8,000–$10,000/h | 2h 34m | $20,500 – $25,600 |
| Heavy Jet | Gulfstream G650, Global 7500 | $10,000–$18,000/h | 2h 27m | $24,500 – $44,100 |
Which jet should you take?
Midsize jets rule the route: sub-three-hour nonstop, stand-up cabin, sensible pricing. Light jets shave $4,000–6,000 for smaller parties. Heavies appear mostly on holiday Sundays when families fly north with full baggage holds.
Airports and FBOs
Opa-Locka (OPF) with Fontainebleau Aviation is the premium Miami departure; Fort Lauderdale Executive (FXE) often prices slightly lower. Arrive Teterboro (TEB) for Manhattan or Westchester (HPN) for Connecticut and the Hamptons side.
When to fly — and how to pay less
Sunday afternoon northbound is the weekly peak — book ahead or fly Monday morning for better rates. Late April sees fleets reposition north for summer, generating strong northbound availability and southbound empty leg deals.
Flexible on dates? Repositioning flights on busy corridors like this one sell at 30–75% off — see how to catch them in ourempty legs guide.
Miami to New York FAQ
How much is a private jet from Miami to New York?
Roughly $12,000–18,000 on a light jet, $16,000–24,000 midsize, and $30,000–55,000 on a heavy jet, one way. Sunday peaks price higher than mid-week departures.
How long is the flight?
About 2 hours 40 minutes nonstop on a midsize jet — northbound is usually a few minutes faster than southbound thanks to prevailing winds.
Are there empty legs on this route?
Constantly, in both directions, from November through April. Northbound empty legs cluster Monday–Wednesday; southbound ones appear after holiday weekends. Flexible travelers routinely save 40%+.