Private Jet Charter costs, by state and province

Typical costs for private jet charter per flight hour. Distance, aircraft size, and fuel costs drive the price. Open a market below for a local estimate.

Private jet charter costs vary by aircraft type, flight distance, and additional fees. A typical one-way light jet flight costs $2,500–$5,000 per hour, while heavy jets range $8,000–$15,000 per hour. Empty-leg flights can offer discounts up to 75%. Additional fees include landing, handling, and de-icing.

What Drives the Price

Aircraft size, age, fuel surcharges, landing fees, crew costs, and repositioning all affect the hourly rate. A cross-country flight on a Gulfstream G650 may total $40,000–$70,000 one-way.

Empty-Leg vs One-Way Charter

Empty-leg flights (one-way repositioning) can be 25–75% cheaper. A standard one-way charter from New York to Miami might cost $20,000, while an empty leg could be $5,000–$8,000.

How to Compare Quotes

Get all-in pricing including fuel, taxes, and handling from multiple brokers. Membership programs like NetJets or Wheels Up offer hourly rates starting at $5,000–$10,000 per hour.

Typical Private Jet Charter prices
ItemTypical range
Average Hourly Rate (Light Jet)$2,500 - $5,000
Average Hourly Rate (Midsize Jet)$4,500 - $8,000
Average Hourly Rate (Heavy Jet)$8,000 - $15,000
Empty-Leg Discount25% - 75% off

Every market for private jet charter costs

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