Fly private between Fort Lauderdale and Montego Bay from US$10,500 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Montego Bay (MBJ) and Montego Bay to Fort Lauderdale — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Fort Lauderdale and Montego Bay is about 873 km (542 miles), or 471 nautical miles.
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Expect US$10,500 – US$31,000 for a one-way charter between Fort Lauderdale and Montego Bay, depending on the aircraft — a midsize jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 1h 29m | 1h 20m – 1h 38m | US$22,000 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 29m | US$22,000 – US$31,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 29m | US$24,000 – US$34,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 26m | US$26,500 – US$37,000 | 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–Montego Bay charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs across the regions you cross, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
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.
Montego Bay, Jamaica: Sangster International Airport.
| Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport | Sangster International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KFLL / FLL | MKJS / MBJ |
| Longest hard runway | 9,000 ft | 10,039 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 9 ft | 4 ft |
All 19 aircraft we quote for Fort Lauderdale to Montego Bay can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport has 9,000 ft and Sangster International Airport 10,039 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 873 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) · Negril Airport (2,300 ft, 48 km) · Silent Waters Villa Heliport
Every aircraft and crew we place is from a certified, audited operator. You fly with professionals, not unknowns.
You speak to people, not chatbots. A response with real aircraft options is typically with you within the hour.
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Fort Lauderdale–Montego Bay when the time is right.
Commercial adds hours in terminals. Private charter cuts the Fort Lauderdale–Montego Bay trip to about 1h 29m gate to gate.
Fort Lauderdale–Montego Bay is a frequently chartered international sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$10,500 – US$31,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 1h 29m gate to gate across the 873 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Fort Lauderdale–Montego Bay departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Fort Lauderdale–Montego Bay charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Montego Bay to Fort Lauderdale runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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