Private Jet Charter Burlington NC to Orlando | SkySouth Aviation
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Private Jet Charter Burlington to Orlando
Depart Burlington-Alamance Regional on your schedule. Land at Orlando Executive or Sanford in under 2 hours. No connections, no crowds, no checked bags.
Orlando's climate shapes when and how you visit. Select a season to see what to expect.
78°F
Avg High
Low
Crowds
Mild
Rain Risk
92°F
Avg High
Peak
Crowds
High
Afternoon Storms
84°F
Avg High
Low
Crowds
Moderate
Rain Risk
72°F
Avg High
High
Holiday Crowds
Low
Rain Risk
Spring is the sweet spot for Orlando travel. Temperatures are mild, crowds are thinner than summer and winter holidays, and afternoon thunderstorms are uncommon. March through May is one of the most popular windows for Triad-area families using private charter for a theme park trip, precisely because the experience at the parks is meaningfully better than peak season.
The Route
Burlington to Orlando, direct
SkySouth departs from Burlington-Alamance Regional Airport (KBUY), located three miles southwest of downtown Burlington. There is no commercial terminal, no TSA checkpoint, and no baggage carousel at KBUY. You arrive at the FBO at 3441 North Aviation Dr, Burlington, NC 27215 and you are airborne inside 20 minutes.
For Orlando, SkySouth uses one of three arrival airports depending on your destination in the metro. Orlando Executive Airport (ORL/KORL) is the preferred private aviation gateway, sitting 3 miles from downtown Orlando and roughly 15 minutes from the theme park corridor. Orlando Sanford International (SFB/KSFB) is located 30 miles northeast of downtown and is a strong choice for travelers heading to Daytona, Space Coast, or New Smyrna Beach. Orlando International (MCO) accepts private general aviation but involves commercial airport congestion. Most private charter clients arriving in the Orlando area use ORL or SFB. The Federal Aviation Administration classifies KBUY as a general aviation facility under the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems.
The distance from KBUY to KORL is approximately 540 nautical miles. At cruise speed, the Citation CJ3 covers this in roughly 110 minutes. The Citation CJ1 takes approximately 120 to 125 minutes. Neither aircraft requires a fuel stop on this route.
Why Fly Private
Door-to-door in under 4 hours
There are no nonstop commercial flights from the Burlington or Greensboro area to Orlando. Every commercial itinerary routes through Charlotte Douglas (CLT) or Raleigh-Durham (RDU), adding a connection and significantly extending the total trip time. For a family with young children or a group heading to a theme park, those extra hours in airports are not trivial.
Commercial (via CLT or RDU)
7+ hrs
Typical door-to-door
Drive to CLT or RDU
1.5+ hr
TSA, bag check, gate wait
1.5 hr
Flight to MCO via hub
~2 hr
Baggage claim at MCO
30-45 min
Ground transport to resort
30-60 min
SkySouth Private Charter
~3.5 hrs
Typical door-to-door
Drive to KBUY Burlington
15-30 min
Arrive at FBO, board
15 min
Direct flight KBUY to ORL
~110 min
Ground transport to resort
15-25 min
No connection. No layover.
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Time Comparison
SkySouth Private Charter
~3.5 hrs
3.5 hrs
Commercial via CLT / RDU
7+ hrs
7+ hrs
Driving (Burlington to Orlando)
~11 hrs
~11 hrs
Commercial estimates include drive to hub, TSA, connection routing, baggage, and MCO ground transport. Drive is one-way. Private estimate includes drive to KBUY and ground transport from ORL to resort corridor.
Our Fleet
Two aircraft built for this route
At roughly 540 nautical miles, the Burlington to Orlando route is well within the comfortable range of both SkySouth aircraft. The CJ3 gets you there faster and seats more passengers. The CJ1 is the better value for smaller groups traveling light.
Citation CJ1
Light Jet
415 mphTop speed
1,200 nmMax range
4-5Passengers
41,000 ftService ceiling
Premium leather executive seating with recline
Stowable tables for work or in-flight dining
Refreshment center, beverage and snack storage
Power outlets, reading lights, air vents
Compact lavatory onboard
57 cu ft baggage capacity
From $2,900 / flight hr on this route
Most Popular
Citation CJ3
Light Jet (Flagship)
480 mphTop speed
1,500 nmMax range
6-7Passengers
45,000 ftService ceiling
New leather interior and paint completed January 2026
Premium seats with sliding, rotating, and recline
Significantly larger cabin than CJ1
Stowable tables, refreshment center
Power outlets, reading lights, air vents
Full lavatory, 57 cu ft baggage
From $3,500 / flight hr on this route
Hourly rates are starting rates. Final quote depends on date, passenger count, aircraft availability, and any additional services. All SkySouth quotes are personalized and transparent.
Use this tool to get a rough starting estimate for a Burlington to Orlando private charter. Call 24/7 dispatch or submit a quote request for an exact number.
Burlington to Orlando Cost Estimator
Estimates only. Contact SkySouth for an exact quote.
Citation CJ1 (from $2,900/hr)
Citation CJ3 (from $3,500/hr)
One way
Round trip
Orlando Executive (ORL)
Sanford (SFB)
Orlando Intl (MCO)
Est. Flight Time (one way)
~1 hr 50 min
Billed Hours (per leg)
2.0 hrs
Legs
1 (one way)
Estimated Starting Cost
$5,800
Estimates based on starting hourly rates and approximate flight time. Actual pricing depends on fuel surcharges, date, specific aircraft, and any additional services.
Orlando is the most visited destination in the United States. It draws families, convention travelers, medical transport patients, and sports groups. Here is who typically books this route with SkySouth.
Families and group vacations
A family of four or five traveling to Disney World, Universal Orlando, or SeaWorld pays one charter rate rather than five commercial tickets. They arrive at ORL, which is minutes from the theme park corridor, with no baggage claim and no airport shuttle. The CJ3 carries up to seven passengers, making it practical for multi-family trips or extended family groups traveling together.
Corporate travel and conventions
Orlando hosts some of the largest trade shows and conventions in the country at the Orange County Convention Center. Teams from Greensboro, Durham, and Raleigh traveling to industry events can fly in and out same-day or over a two-day window without connecting through a hub. The cabin doubles as a private workspace for final prep en route.
Medical transport
SkySouth has operated dedicated medical flights since 2003. Orlando Health, AdventHealth Orlando, and Nemours Children's Hospital in Lake Nona are major referral destinations within the Florida hospital system. Direct routing from KBUY to ORL or SFB and 24/7 dispatch coordination make SkySouth viable for time-sensitive patient transfers and organ transport to Central Florida medical centers.
Sports travel and events
The Orlando area hosts professional sports including the Orlando City Soccer Club and the Magic, plus major events at Camping World Stadium and KIA Center. For golf, Bay Hill, Isleworth, and the Grand Cypress corridor sit within 20 minutes of ORL. A same-day or weekend trip for a tournament or game is entirely practical by private charter.
Real estate and investment
Central Florida is one of the most active real estate markets in the country, drawing significant investment from Triad-area buyers, developers, and commercial real estate firms. A same-day site visit to Orlando or Lake Nona is practical by private charter where a commercial round-trip would consume an entire day in transit.
Cruise passengers departing Port Canaveral
Port Canaveral, the second-busiest cruise port in the world, sits 60 miles east of Orlando and is roughly 45 minutes from KSFB Sanford. Travelers who want to arrive the night before a cruise without flying through a commercial hub can use SkySouth to reach Sanford, overnighting at a Cocoa Beach hotel before boarding. The return trip works the same way after disembarkation.
Orlando Destinations
Where you go once you land
Drive times below are from Orlando Executive Airport (ORL) in normal traffic. Sanford (SFB) adds roughly 20 to 25 minutes to most Orlando-area destinations but shortens the trip to Daytona Beach, New Smyrna, and Port Canaveral.
Walt Disney World
Theme Parks
~25 min from ORL. Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom.
Universal Orlando
Theme Parks
~15 min from ORL. Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, Epic Universe (2025).
Downtown Orlando
Business & Dining
~5 min from ORL. KPMG, Deloitte, Orange County Convention Center nearby.
Orange County Convention Center
Conventions
~20 min from ORL. One of the largest convention centers in the US.
Lake Nona / Medical City
Medical & Tech
~25 min from ORL. UCF Health, Nemours, VA, US Tennis Association campus.
Bay Hill / Golf Corridor
Golf & Leisure
~20 min from ORL. Bay Hill Club, Grand Cypress, Isleworth Golf & Country Club.
Port Canaveral
Cruise Embarkation
~45 min from SFB. World's second-busiest cruise port. Disney, Royal Caribbean, Carnival.
Cocoa Beach / Space Coast
Beach & NASA
~50 min from ORL. Kennedy Space Center, Cocoa Beach, Ron Jon Surf Shop.
Daytona Beach
Racing & Beach
~35 min from SFB. Daytona International Speedway, beachfront hotels.
The Airports
KBUY and your Orlando arrival options
You depart from one airport. Orlando gives you three arrival options. SkySouth dispatch will recommend the right one based on your final destination when you book.
KBUY
Burlington-Alamance Regional Airport
Burlington, NC
Elevation616 ft MSL
Primary Runway6,400 ft
ClassificationGeneral Aviation (NPIAS)
TSA ScreeningNone required
FBO HoursM-F 7am-7pm / W-E 8am-6pm
Charter Dispatch24/7
Classified as a general aviation facility under the FAA National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems. PTI pickup also available for a repositioning fee.
ORL / SFB
Orlando Executive or Sanford
Orlando, FL Metro Area
ORL to Theme Parks~20-25 min
ORL to Downtown~5-10 min
SFB to Port Canaveral~45 min
SFB to Daytona Beach~35 min
MCO optionShared commercial/GA
Operations24 hrs / 7 days
Orlando Executive (KORL) is the closest private aviation gateway to the theme park corridor and downtown Orlando. Sanford (KSFB) is the better option for eastern destinations including Port Canaveral, the Space Coast, and Daytona. Both are FAA-regulated general aviation facilities.
Common Questions
Everything you need to know
How long is the flight from Burlington, NC to Orlando?+
The direct flight from Burlington-Alamance Regional (KBUY) to Orlando Executive Airport (KORL) takes approximately 110 minutes on the Citation CJ3 at cruise speed. The Citation CJ1 runs approximately 120 to 125 minutes. Total door-to-door time from Burlington to the theme park corridor is typically around 3 to 3.5 hours, including the short drive to KBUY and ground transport from ORL.
Which Orlando airport does SkySouth use?+
For most Orlando trips, SkySouth arrives at Orlando Executive Airport (ORL/KORL), located 3 miles from downtown Orlando and roughly 20 to 25 minutes from the Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando resort corridors. For travelers heading to Port Canaveral, Daytona Beach, or the Space Coast, Orlando Sanford International (SFB/KSFB) is often the better choice. Orlando International (MCO) is available but involves navigating a large commercial airport environment. SkySouth dispatch recommends the right arrival airport based on your destination when you book.
How much does it cost to charter a private jet from Burlington to Orlando?+
Starting rates on the Citation CJ1 are $2,900 per flight hour, and on the Citation CJ3, rates start at $3,500 per flight hour. A one-way trip runs approximately 2.0 billed flight hours, putting starting estimates around $5,800 to $7,000 one way. A round trip starts around $11,600 to $14,000 before fuel surcharges and any additional services. Call (336) 639-2151 or submit a quote request for an exact number.
Can I fly my whole family to Disney World by private jet?+
Yes. The Citation CJ3 seats 6 to 7 passengers comfortably, making it practical for families, multi-family trips, or small groups. The CJ1 seats 4 to 5 passengers. Both aircraft have onboard lavatories, power outlets, and refreshment centers. Children do not need tickets and there is no TSA screening at KBUY. The entire departure experience is significantly more relaxed than navigating a commercial airport with young children. Contact SkySouth at (336) 639-2151 to discuss your group size and preferred dates.
How many passengers can fly on this route?+
The Citation CJ1 comfortably seats 4 to 5 passengers. The Citation CJ3 seats 6 to 7 passengers, with a significantly larger club-style cabin featuring sliding, rotating, and reclining leather seats. Both aircraft have onboard lavatories, power outlets, and refreshment centers, and both include 57 cubic feet of baggage capacity. Contact SkySouth if your group is larger to discuss options.
Can I fly to Orlando and back in the same day?+
Yes, though same-day round trips to Orlando are more common for business travel than leisure. For a convention, a site visit, or a corporate meeting at the Convention Center, a morning departure from KBUY and an evening return is entirely practical. For leisure travel, most clients prefer at least one overnight. SkySouth operates 24/7 and can accommodate early morning departures and late-night returns. Call dispatch at (336) 639-2151 to discuss your schedule.
Does SkySouth offer medical transport to Orlando?+
Yes. SkySouth has operated a dedicated medical flight operation since 2003. Orlando Health, AdventHealth Orlando, and Nemours Children's Hospital in Lake Nona are significant referral destinations within the Central Florida medical network. The Burlington to Orlando route is well within comfortable range for both aircraft, and SkySouth's 24/7 dispatch supports time-sensitive medical routing. Call dispatch directly for medical transport coordination at (336) 639-2151.
Can I depart from Greensboro instead of Burlington?+
Yes. SkySouth serves the broader Triad and Triangle region. Travelers from Greensboro, Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill can arrange departure from Piedmont Triad International (PTI/KGSO) for an additional repositioning fee, or drive 25 minutes to KBUY. Many clients find KBUY the more relaxed departure experience. Contact dispatch to discuss which option works best for your specific location.
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