Flight time 0h 50m · 185nm · Empty legs from $4,200
185 nautical miles
Light Jet
30-75% off standard rates
Best value for this route
| Aircraft | Examples | Passengers | Estimated Cost | Empty Leg Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light Jet | Citation CJ3+, Phenom 300E | 4-8 | $7,500 – $12,000 | $2,250 – $5,225 |
| Midsize Jet | Citation XLS+, Hawker 800XP | 7-9 | $10,500 – $16,000 | $3,150 – $7,150 |
| Super Midsize Jet | Citation Sovereign+, Challenger 350 | 8-10 | $13,500 – $20,000 | $4,050 – $9,075 |
| Heavy Jet | Challenger 604, Gulfstream G450 | 10-16 | $19,500 – $29,000 | $5,850 – $13,200 |
| Ultra Long Range | Global 7500, Gulfstream G650ER | 12-19 | $26,000 – $39,000 | $7,800 – $17,600 |
* Estimates based on industry averages. Actual pricing varies by operator, season, and availability. Use the calculator for detailed breakdowns.
Empty legs on this route start from $4,200 — that's up to 75% off the standard charter rate. Empty legs occur when an aircraft needs to reposition after dropping off passengers. These deals are time-sensitive and typically available 1-7 days before departure. Winter months see highest demand as travelers connect from northern US cities through Miami to the Bahamas. Spring break creates a secondary surge.
Examples: Citation CJ3+, Phenom 300E, Learjet 75
Passengers: 4-8
Ideal for short to medium routes under 3 hours. Comfortable cabin for 4-6 passengers with light luggage. Best value for trips under 1,500 miles.
Nassau's Odyssey Aviation FBO is the premium option. For Exuma, use Staniel Cay for the famous swimming pigs experience. Customs is straightforward at all Bahamas airports.
December – April (winter escape), Spring Break
Winter months see highest demand as travelers connect from northern US cities through Miami to the Bahamas. Spring break creates a secondary surge.
Miami to the Bahamas is the ultimate short-hop luxury route. At under an hour of flight time, you can leave South Beach and be on a Bahamian island before lunch. Light jets are the clear choice — the distance doesn't justify anything larger unless you have a big group. The real magic is island-hopping: many charter operators offer multi-stop itineraries that take you from Nassau to Exuma to Harbour Island in a single day. International customs adds about 30 minutes to your total journey time.
Ready to get an estimate? Use our charter cost calculator to compare pricing across all aircraft types for Miami to Nassau.