Miami International Boat Show · Usually mid-February · Miami Beach
Private Jet to the Miami International Boat Show
A private jet to the Miami Boat Show gets buyers, owners and industry guests to Miami Beach without fighting one of February's busiest travel weekends. The Miami International Boat Show usually runs for five days around Presidents' Day, with exhibitors at the Miami Beach Convention Center and in-water displays at nearby marinas. Altrove Jets arranges flights from New York, Palm Beach, Houston and Dallas into Opa-locka (OPF), Fort Lauderdale Executive (FXE) or Miami International, with cars, hotels and dock-to-dock logistics coordinated around your show days.
- When
- Usually mid-February, around Presidents' Day weekend
- Where
- Miami Beach Convention Center and nearby marinas
Market price estimate
| Light jet | Midsize jet | Super-midsize | Heavy jet | Long-range jet | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York (TEB) → Miami (OPF) | From $12,000Flight time ~2h 40m | From $14,000Flight time ~2h 35m | From $18,500Flight time ~2h 30m | From $24,000Flight time ~2h 25m | From $29,500Flight time ~2h 20m |
One-way market estimates based on typical 2026 charter rates for each jet size, including common fees. Prices move with dates, demand and repositioning; your quote confirms the exact price.
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Why fly private to the Miami Boat Show
February is high season in Miami Beach and the show usually overlaps a holiday weekend. Commercial flights and hotels fill fast, and a private jet removes the risk of missed connections before a meeting with a builder or broker.
Opa-locka Executive (OPF) keeps you clear of MIA's terminals. You land, step into a car and reach the Convention Center in roughly half an hour, depending on traffic.
Serious buyers often split their time between the main show, in-water displays and sea trials. Flexible flight times let you stay an extra day for a sea trial or leave as soon as the deal is done.
Texas has a strong boating community, and Houston and Dallas are among the busiest corridors into Miami during show week. A nonstop private flight is roughly two and a half to three hours.
Airports and FBOs for the Miami Boat Show
Opa-locka Executive (OPF) is the most popular private jet airport for the Miami International Boat Show, roughly 30 minutes from Miami Beach with FBOs that are far calmer than Miami International during show week. Fort Lauderdale Executive (FXE) is a good alternative for guests staying in Broward or visiting dealers and yards in Fort Lauderdale. Miami International (MIA) has private FBOs and suits large-cabin jets. Palm Beach International (PBI) works for clients who split time between Palm Beach and Miami. Mid-February is busy at every South Florida FBO, so earlier confirmation gives you more choice.
Flying home after the show
Most guests fly out Sunday evening or Monday morning after the show closes, back to New York, Houston, Dallas or Palm Beach. If you are evaluating a specific boat, we can hold your departure flexible so you can complete a sea trial first. Many buyers return a month later for the Palm Beach International Boat Show, and we can quote both trips together.
Boat show travel we can arrange
Hotels and waterfront villas
Suites on Miami Beach close to the Convention Center, or villas on the water with their own dock. Show week books early, so we can coordinate accommodation alongside your flight on request.
Cars and marina transfers
Ground transport from the FBO to the show and between the Convention Center and in-water displays, scheduled around your meetings so you do not lose time in traffic.
Show access on request
We can arrange show tickets and hospitality on request, subject to availability. Altrove is not affiliated with the boat show or its organizers, and access is never guaranteed.
A yacht during the show
Altrove's sister brand, Altrove Yachts, can arrange a yacht for show week, whether you want a day on Biscayne Bay between show days or a boat to host clients and guests.
Make it a jet and yacht weekend
Our sister brand Altrove Yachts arranges crewed yachts in Miami and beyond, so one team plans the flight and the time on the water.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Miami International Boat Show?
The show is usually held in mid-February over about five days, often around Presidents' Day weekend. Exhibits are typically at the Miami Beach Convention Center with in-water displays at nearby marinas. Exact dates and venues are set by the organizers each year, so check the official schedule before booking.
Which airport is best for the Miami Boat Show?
Opa-locka Executive (OPF) is usually the best fit, roughly 30 minutes from Miami Beach and quieter than MIA. Fort Lauderdale Executive (FXE) works well for Broward stays or dealer visits in Fort Lauderdale. Miami International suits large cabins. We recommend the airport based on where you are staying.
How long is a private jet from Houston or Dallas to the Miami Boat Show?
Houston to Miami is usually around two and a half hours on a midsize jet, and Dallas to Miami is roughly two and three-quarter hours. Both are nonstop for most midsize and super-midsize jets, so you can leave in the morning and walk the docks the same afternoon.
How much does a private jet to the Miami Boat Show cost?
The price depends on the jet size, your departure city, one-way or round trip, and repositioning during a busy February week. See the market estimate on this page for a starting point; your quote confirms the exact price for your dates and aircraft.
Can I attend both the Miami and Palm Beach boat shows?
Yes. The Miami show is usually in February and the Palm Beach International Boat Show in late March, so many buyers attend both. We can quote both trips from New York, Houston or Dallas, along with hotels and ground transport in each city.
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