Fly private between Houston and Fort Myers from US$21,000 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Houston (IAH) to Fort Myers (RSW) and Fort Myers to Houston — timed and priced alike.
Houston and Fort Myers lie approximately 1,384 km apart (860 mi / 747 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$21,000 – US$59,000 for a one-way charter between Houston and Fort Myers, 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.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. It seats 9-12 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 08m | 1h 55m – 2h 21m | US$30,500 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 1h 59m | 1h 47m – 2h 11m | US$42,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 08m | 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 | 1h 59m | US$42,000 – US$59,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 1h 59m | US$46,000 – US$65,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 02m | US$50,500 – US$71,000 | 9-12 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs at both ends, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Houston, United States: George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Ellington Airport, Conroe-North Houston Regional Airport, David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport, Sugar Land Regional Airport and William P. Hobby Airport.
Fort Myers, United States: Southwest Florida International Airport, Page Field, Naples Municipal Airport, Punta Gorda Airport, Immokalee Regional Airport and La Belle Municipal Airport.
| George Bush Intercontinental Airport | Southwest Florida International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KIAH / IAH | KRSW / RSW |
| Longest hard runway | 12,001 ft | 12,000 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 97 ft | 30 ft |
All 16 aircraft we quote for Houston to Fort Myers can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. George Bush Intercontinental Airport has 12,001 ft and Southwest Florida International Airport 12,000 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 1,384 km.
Alternates within range: Ellington Airport (9,001 ft, 45 km) · Conroe-North Houston Regional Airport (7,501 ft, 41 km) · David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport (7,009 ft, 22 km) · Sugar Land Regional Airport (8,000 ft, 50 km) · Page Field (6,406 ft, 12 km) · Naples Municipal Airport (6,600 ft, 43 km) · Punta Gorda Airport (7,193 ft, 49 km) · Immokalee Regional Airport (5,000 ft, 37 km)
We do the due diligence on every operator so you don't have to. Certified, insured, and audited before your wheels leave the ground.
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Houston–Fort Myers sector leaves when you do.
Those 2h 08m are uninterrupted time — work, rest, or simply arrive ready.
Demand on Houston–Fort Myers comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$21,000 – US$59,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 2h 08m gate to gate over 1,384 km (860 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Houston–Fort Myers 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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