Fly private between Fort Lauderdale and Lexington KY from US$21,500 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Lexington KY (LEX) and Lexington KY to Fort Lauderdale — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Fort Lauderdale and Lexington KY is about 1,394 km (866 miles), or 753 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Fort Lauderdale to Lexington KY (and Lexington KY to Fort Lauderdale) ranges from US$21,500 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$59,000 for a super midsize jet such as the Challenger 350. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. It seats 7-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. 9-12 seats and 5,926 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 09m | 1h 56m – 2h 22m | US$30,500 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 00m | 1h 48m – 2h 12m | US$42,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 09m | US$30,500 – US$42,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 07m | US$33,500 – US$47,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 02m | US$36,500 – US$51,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 00m | US$42,000 – US$59,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 00m | US$46,000 – US$65,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 02m | US$50,500 – US$71,000 | 9-12 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
On Fort Lauderdale–Lexington KY, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs at both ends, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Fort Lauderdale, United States: Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport, Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport, Miami International Airport, Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport, Boca Raton Airport and Miami Executive Airport.
Lexington KY, United States: Blue Grass Airport, Lucas Field, Georgetown-Scott County Regional Airport, Capital City Airport, Central Kentucky Regional Airport and Stuart Powell Field.
| Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport | Blue Grass Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KFLL / FLL | KLEX / LEX |
| Longest hard runway | 9,000 ft | 7,004 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 9 ft | 979 ft |
All 16 aircraft we quote for Fort Lauderdale to Lexington KY can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Runway is the binding factor: Blue Grass Airport is the shorter of the two at 7,004 ft, against the 6,000 ft the largest types here need — 1,004 ft to spare. The leg is 1,394 km.
Alternates within range: Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (6,002 ft, 14 km) · Miami International Airport (13,016 ft, 34 km) · Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport (8,002 ft, 22 km) · Boca Raton Airport (6,276 ft, 34 km) · Lucas Field (5,488 ft, 18 km) · Georgetown-Scott County Regional Airport (5,498 ft, 27 km) · Capital City Airport (5,006 ft, 31 km) · Central Kentucky Regional Airport (5,001 ft, 51 km)
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Fort Lauderdale–Lexington KY quote requests within 60 minutes.
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Fort Lauderdale–Lexington KY when the time is right.
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 2h 09m to your destination. That's the full journey.
The Fort Lauderdale to Lexington KY route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$21,500 – US$59,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 2h 09m gate to gate over 1,394 km (866 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Fort Lauderdale–Lexington KY charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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