Flying Private for the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show: A Guide for Yacht Owners and Buyers

Based in Fort Lauderdale (minutes from Miami), we're steps away from Bahia Mar Yachting Center, host venue for the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) - the largest in-water boat show in the world, running October 28 through November 1, 2026, in its 67th year.

Why Flying Private Makes Sense for FLIBS

FLIBS draws over 100,000 visitors across five waterfront locations, and the surrounding hotel and ground transportation demand spikes accordingly during show week. Flying in privately means you set your own arrival time relative to the show hours (noon–7pm preview day, 10am–7pm through the weekend) rather than working around commercial flight schedules into an already congested market.

Landing Close to the Show

Because our base is Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE), a private arrival puts you minutes from Bahia Mar rather than routing through Miami International's heavier ground traffic. If you're arriving from the Miami side instead, Opa-locka Executive (OPF) is the comparable option - we cover both in Fort Lauderdale vs. Miami: which airport should you fly from.

Which Aircraft Fits a Boat Show Trip

For a smaller ownership group or brokerage team flying in for a day or two, the Hawker 800XP covers most regional routes comfortably. For larger groups - buyers, family, and staff traveling together for the full show - the Falcon 50 or Falcon 900B offer more seats and range if you're coming from further out, including transatlantic for international buyers.

A Natural Fit for Yacht Owners and Buyers

If you're already chartering a jet for FLIBS, it's often the same week you're evaluating or coordinating a yacht - a pairing we've written about more broadly in luxury private jet charter for exclusive yacht getaways.

Book Your Flight for FLIBS Week

Show dates fill up fast for both aircraft and ground logistics. Tell us your travel dates around October 28–November 1, and we'll confirm the right aircraft.