Miami has three airports that work well for private flights, and the right one depends on where you are going once you land. From Hanscom Field in Bedford, the flight takes about three and a half hours.
Aircraft we fly to Miami
Flights to South Florida are typically nonstop. A full aircraft combined with winter headwinds sometimes requires a short fuel stop, which typically adds 45 minutes to an hour. This is most likely in the Phenom 300 or Citation XL; the Challenger 604 flies the route nonstop with a full cabin. We'll tell you which applies when we quote your trip.
| Aircraft | Passengers | Typical flight time | Nonstop | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 604 | 8 to 12 | About 3 hr 10 min | Yes, including a full cabin | Larger families, seasonal luggage, stand-up cabin, cabin attendant |
| Phenom 300 | Up to 7 | About 3 hr 25 min | Typically | Couples and small families |
| Citation XL | Up to 8 | About 3 hr 35 min | Typically | Small groups who want a larger cabin than a light jet |
Times are typical airborne estimates and vary with winds, routing and traffic; your quote includes an exact schedule. Times shown are to Opa Locka; Miami Executive is a few minutes farther. Southbound flights can run a little longer than northbound because of prevailing winds. See full specifications on our fleet page.
Choosing your Miami airport
Miami-Opa Locka Executive (OPF)
About 11 miles north of downtown and one of the busiest general aviation airports in the country. Its 8,000-foot runway handles any aircraft we fly, and U.S. Customs is on the field. A good choice for Miami Beach, Bal Harbour, Aventura and downtown, and the closest airport to Hard Rock Stadium.
Miami Executive (TMB)
In southwest Miami-Dade, formerly Kendall-Tamiami. Often the most convenient option for Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, Pinecrest and South Miami, and a head start if you are driving on to the Keys.
Miami International (MIA)
Closest to downtown and Brickell, but it is one of the country's busiest airline hubs, so taxi times and fees tend to be higher than at the executive airports. We use it when it is genuinely the best fit for your schedule or final destination.
Staying farther north? Fort Lauderdale Executive (FXE) can be closer for Aventura and Sunny Isles. For more on the city itself, see our Miami destination guide.
One-way flights and the winter season
Many Miami trips are one-way, especially over the holidays and around big winter weekends. One-way pricing reflects the aircraft returning to Boston, so flexible dates help, and the seasonal flow of aircraft between New England and Florida creates empty-leg opportunities. You can also check our current empty legs. Holiday weeks, Art Basel week and Presidents' Day book early.
Other Florida routes
We fly from Hanscom to South Florida all winter. See also Boston to Naples, Boston to Palm Beach and Boston to Fort Lauderdale.
Departing from Hanscom Field
Hanscom Field (BED) in Bedford is about 20 minutes from downtown Boston and has none of the terminal lines or ground congestion of Logan. Arrive at the FBO shortly before departure, walk to the aircraft, and leave on your schedule. We keep offices at both Atlantic Aviation and Signature at Hanscom, along with our own hangar and in-house maintenance team, so the people preparing your aircraft work on the same field you depart from.
Booking with the operator, not a middleman
Many charter websites are brokers: they take your request and resell a flight operated by another company. When we fly your trip on one of our aircraft, the certificate, crews, maintenance and dispatch are all ours, and you deal with the same team from quote to landing. If you do book through a broker, it is worth asking who the operating carrier is.
Waltzing Matilda Aviation has flown from Hanscom Field since 2008 and has held its FAA Part 135 air-carrier certificate (No. 6WZA614N) since April 2015. Our operation is ARGUS Gold rated and IS-BAO Stage 2 registered, and we are members of NBAA.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Boston to Miami?
About 3 hours 10 minutes to 3 hours 40 minutes nonstop from Hanscom Field (BED) to Miami, depending on aircraft, winds and which Miami airport you use. A fuel stop adds roughly 45 minutes to an hour.
Can I fly nonstop from Boston to Miami?
Typically, yes. Most Boston to Miami flights are nonstop, but a full aircraft combined with winter headwinds sometimes requires a short fuel stop, most often in the Phenom 300 or Citation XL. The Challenger 604 flies it nonstop with a full cabin.
Which Miami airport is best for a private jet?
Miami-Opa Locka Executive (OPF) suits Miami Beach, Aventura and downtown. Miami Executive (TMB) suits Coral Gables, Coconut Grove and Pinecrest. Miami International (MIA) is closest to downtown and Brickell but busier. We can quote more than one option.
Can I book a one-way charter to Miami?
Yes. One-way trips are common on this route. Pricing reflects the aircraft's return to Boston, and flexible dates or empty legs can reduce the cost.
Is Waltzing Matilda Aviation the operator or a broker?
We are the operator. Waltzing Matilda Aviation holds FAA Part 135 certificate No. 6WZA614N and flies its own aircraft from Hanscom Field.
Request a Boston to Miami quote
Tell us your dates, passengers and preferred airports and we'll build a tailored quote, typically within the hour during business hours.