Very Light Jet
- Passengers4-6
- Flight time1h 54m
- Range2,180 km
- Guide priceUS$12,000 – US$17,000
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Private charter between Fort Lauderdale and New Orleans starts at US$12,000 aboard a very light jet.
We fly Fort Lauderdale (FLL) ⇄ New Orleans (MSY) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Fort Lauderdale and New Orleans lie approximately 1,083 km apart (673 mi / 585 nm) on a direct routing.
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Chartering a private jet from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans (and New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale) ranges from US$12,000 for a very light jet like the Embraer Phenom 100EV, up to US$35,500 for a midsize jet such as the Cessna Citation XLS+. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. It seats 6-8 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 54m | 1h 43m – 2h 05m | US$12,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 47m | 1h 36m – 1h 58m | US$17,500 | 6-8 |
| Midsize Jet | 1h 45m | 1h 35m – 1h 56m | US$25,500 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 54m | US$12,000 – US$17,000 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 51m | US$13,000 – US$18,500 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 48m | US$14,500 – US$20,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 47m | US$17,500 – US$24,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 44m | US$19,000 – US$27,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 40m | US$21,000 – US$29,500 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 45m | US$25,500 – US$35,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 44m | US$28,000 – US$39,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 40m | US$30,500 – US$42,500 | 8-10 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Fort Lauderdale–New Orleans charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Fort Lauderdale, United States: Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport and Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport.
New Orleans, United States: Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, Lakefront Airport and New Orleans NAS JRB/Alvin Callender Field.
Every aircraft and crew we place is from a certified, audited operator. You fly with professionals, not unknowns.
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Fort Lauderdale–New Orleans quote requests within 60 minutes.
Choose your wheels-up time — Fort Lauderdale–New Orleans runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
Private terminals mean check-in takes minutes. The 1,083 km flight is the fastest part of the door-to-door journey.
Fort Lauderdale–New Orleans is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$12,000 – US$35,500 one-way — from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 1h 54m airborne across the 1,083 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Very Light Jet, Light Jet, Midsize Jet. We lead with a very light jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Fort Lauderdale–New Orleans charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Fort Lauderdale–New Orleans charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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