Route Pricing · MIA → Bahamas · 2026
The cost of a private jet from Miami to the Bahamas depends on the destination island and aircraft. It's one of the most popular short-hop routes for private aviation — flight times range from 20 minutes (Nassau) to 50 minutes (Exumas). Haute Jets handles APIS filing, Bahamas customs coordination, and provides quotes within 60 minutes.
All-in one-way charter pricing from a Miami-area airport (Opa-locka, FXE, or PBI). Includes fuel surcharges, FET, segment fees, Bahamas handling, and customs coordination. Round-trip and empty-leg pricing is materially lower.
| Destination | Airport | All-in price | Flight time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nassau | NAS / MYNN | Request a quote | 30–45 min |
| Harbour Island (via North Eleuthera) | ELH / MYEH + 5-min boat | Request a quote | 40–55 min |
| Great Exuma | GGT / MYEF | Request a quote | 45–55 min |
| Staniel Cay (Exumas) | MYES (turboprop / very light only) | Request a quote | 50–60 min |
| Marsh Harbour (Abacos) | MHH / MYAM | Request a quote | 35–45 min |
| Bimini | BIM / MYBS | Request a quote | 20–25 min |
| Turks & Caicos (Providenciales) | PLS / MBPV | Request a quote | 1h 30m |
Request a quote for current pricing. Live quotes vary by date, operator availability, and Bahamas peak-season demand.
Turboprops and light jets are the most cost-efficient and operationally appropriate aircraft for Miami → Bahamas. Out-island airports impose runway and weight limits that exclude heavier categories.
Turboprop (King Air 350i, Pilatus PC-12)
Most cost-efficient for short hops and the only option for the smallest out-island strips. 6–9 passengers, can land on shorter and unpaved runways.
Very light / light jet (Phenom 100, Citation M2, CJ3+, Phenom 300)
Standard choice for Miami → Nassau, Bimini, Exumas, Harbour Island. Best balance of speed, cost, and runway flexibility.
Midsize jet (Citation XLS+, Hawker 900XP)
Use for Nassau or North Eleuthera with larger groups (7–9 pax) or extensive baggage. Cannot access Staniel Cay or the smallest strips.
Heavy jet
Not recommended for the Bahamas — only Nassau (NAS) reliably accepts heavy jets, and the short flight makes the per-hour cost inefficient.
Nassau (NAS / MYNN)
11,000 ft runway, full international port of entry, accepts every aircraft category. Closest airport to Atlantis, Baha Mar, and downtown Nassau.
North Eleuthera (ELH / MYEH) — for Harbour Island
7,000 ft runway, port of entry. Short 5-minute boat ride from the airport dock to Harbour Island.
Great Exuma (GGT / MYEF)
5,000 ft runway, port of entry. Most light and midsize jets accepted; heavy jets are weight-restricted.
Staniel Cay (MYES)
3,000 ft narrow runway. Turboprops and very light jets only (Phenom 100, Citation M2). Requires Bahamas-experienced crew.
Marsh Harbour (MHH / MYAM)
8,300 ft runway, port of entry. Gateway to the Abacos. Accepts most aircraft up to heavy jet.
Bimini (BIM / MYBS)
5,400 ft runway, port of entry. The closest international destination to Miami — ~20 minutes airborne.
Providenciales (PLS / MBPV) — Turks & Caicos
9,200 ft runway, full international port of entry. Accepts every aircraft category.
Miami to Nassau and Miami to Exumas are two of the highest-volume short-hop repositioning routes in the Western Hemisphere. Operators reposition multiple times daily during peak season (Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year's, Easter, summer holidays). Empty legs on these routes come up regularly when dates are flexible. Submit a flexible window in your quote request to be matched automatically.
Day trips are common and operationally simple
Bimini, Nassau, and North Eleuthera are easy single-day round trips from Miami. Departure 9–10am, return 5–7pm is the standard pattern.
Crew duty day costs apply
If your crew waits at the destination, you pay for their wait time. Most operators include up to 4–6 hours of wait time in a round-trip quote; beyond that, expect an hourly wait fee or an overnight crew rest charge.
Round-trip empty leg pairing
The most efficient day-trip pricing is when your outbound matches an existing empty leg in one direction. Ask your advisor to check live empty-leg supply on your dates.
Overnight is cheaper per passenger on multi-day trips
If you're staying 3+ days, a one-way charter each direction (with the aircraft returning empty in between) is often cheaper than holding the aircraft for the full duration.
Valid passport required
All US citizens need a valid passport for the Bahamas regardless of charter or commercial travel.
APIS filing
Haute Jets files APIS (Advance Passenger Information System) for every passenger before departure. We collect passport details at booking.
Bahamas C7A general declaration
Required for every flight. Filed by the operator; you don't see it.
Clear customs at port of entry
Customs is cleared on arrival at the Bahamas port of entry (Nassau, North Eleuthera, Marsh Harbour, Great Exuma, Bimini, Treasure Cay, Freeport). Typical clearance is 5–15 minutes.
US re-entry
US Customs (CBP) clearance happens on return. Most South Florida GA airports have CBP on site or available with advance notice.
Frequently Asked
Pricing depends on the aircraft, dates and routing. Request a transparent all-in quote at https://www.hautejets.com/request-a-quote or call (800) 257-5661. All pricing is all-in and includes Bahamas handling and customs coordination.
Miami to Nassau is approximately 30 to 45 minutes airborne. From Opa-locka (OPF) or Fort Lauderdale Executive (FXE), block time door-to-door is typically 90 minutes including FBO handling on both ends and Bahamas customs clearance.
A light jet such as the Citation CJ3+, Embraer Phenom 300, or Learjet 75 is the best value for Miami to the Bahamas. For short out-island strips like Staniel Cay, a turboprop (King Air 350i, Pilatus PC-12) or very light jet (Phenom 100, Citation M2) is required. Heavy jets are not recommended — only Nassau reliably accepts them and the per-hour cost on a 30-minute flight is inefficient.
Yes — Miami to Nassau, Bimini, North Eleuthera, and the Abacos are all easy single-day round trips. Typical pattern is a 9–10am departure and a 5–7pm return. Round-trip day-trip pricing depends on aircraft and crew wait time. Pairing your trip with an existing empty leg in either direction can lower this materially.
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