PRIVATE JET CALCULATOR

WHAT DOES A PRIVATE JET COST PER HOUR?

Real 2026 hourly rates. No inflated estimates. See what light jets, midsize, super-midsize, heavy, and ultra-long-range aircraft actually cost per flight hour — including fuel, crew, and all fees.

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THE DIFFERENCE

COMMERCIAL VS PRIVATE

Same destination. Completely different experience. Here is exactly what changes.

FLYING COMMERCIAL

  • 2+ hours wasted at the airport
  • Fixed schedules, limited routes
  • Hidden fees on every add-on
  • Middle seat, shared space
  • Checked bag drama and limits
  • Delays you cannot control

FLYING PRIVATE

  • 15 minutes from car to cabin
  • Fly when you want, where you want
  • Transparent hourly rate — all-in
  • Full cabin, your rules
  • Unlimited luggage, loaded directly
  • Depart when you are ready
EVERY CHARTER INCLUDES

ZERO HIDDEN FEES. ZERO SURPRISES.

Every charter we arrange comes locked and loaded with these essentials. What you see is what you pay.

Transparent Hourly Rate

Know your cost per hour before you book. Base rate covers aircraft, crew, insurance, and maintenance reserves.

Fuel Included

No separate fuel surcharge surprises. Fuel costs are factored into the hourly rate you see.

Full Flight Crew

Two-pilot crew with type ratings on your aircraft. No extra charge for crew rest or overnight.

Insurance & Safety

Full hull and liability coverage. Every operator is FAA Part 135 certified and safety-audited.

Landing & Handling Fees

Airport fees, landing charges, ramp handling, and FBO services included in your quote.

Dedicated Broker Support

24/7 access to your charter specialist. One point of contact from quote to wheels-down.

FULL TRIP COST

ESTIMATE YOUR TOTAL FLIGHT COST

Select your route and passenger count. See hourly rate × distance broken down across all aircraft categories.

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All prices shown are estimates only (before applicable taxes and fees) based on 2026 average market rates. Actual costs may vary depending on additional services, ground handling, catering, applicable taxes, fuel surcharges, regulatory fees, and operational factors such as weather, air traffic, aircraft performance, and routing changes. For an accurate, all-in flight price, submit a quote request or call us at +1 (954) 315-2368 to speak with an account manager.

HOURLY RATES EXPLAINED

WHAT YOUR HOURLY RATE ACTUALLY COVERS

The hourly rate is not just the engine running. It includes crew salaries, insurance premiums, maintenance reserves, and the operational overhead of positioning an aircraft for your trip.

Light jets start at $3,500 per flight hour. Move up to a midsize at $5,000-$8,000/hr for stand-up cabins and coast-to-coast range. Heavy jets command $9,000-$13,000/hr for intercontinental capability.

Ultra-long-range aircraft like the Gulfstream G700 or Bombardier Global 7500 run $13,000-$17,000/hr — but when you need 14 hours of nonstop range, they are the only option.

Private jet cockpit instrumentation during flight
TRANSPARENT PRICING

EXPLORE CHARTER COSTS

Every route is unique. Use this guide as a starting point — your dedicated broker provides a precise quote within the hour.

Midsize Jet

$18,000 – $35,000

ESTIMATED PER-TRIP RANGE

Up to 9
PASSENGERS
2,000 – 3,000 NM
TYPICAL RANGE
$5,000 – $8,000/hr
HOURLY RATE

The most popular choice for coast-to-coast routes. Stand-up cabins, generous luggage, and comfortable transcontinental range.

POPULAR MODELS: Citation XLS, Hawker 800XP, Learjet 60

All prices shown are estimates only (before applicable taxes and fees) based on 2026 average market rates. Actual costs may vary depending on additional services, ground handling, catering, applicable taxes, fuel surcharges, regulatory fees, and operational factors such as weather, air traffic, aircraft performance, and routing changes. For an accurate, all-in flight price, submit a quote request or call us at +1 (954) 315-2368 to speak with an account manager.

COST PER FLIGHT HOUR

CALCULATE YOUR HOURLY RATE

Select up to three aircraft categories to compare hourly costs side by side. Adjust flight hours to see how total cost scales.

SELECT UP TO 3 CATEGORIES TO COMPARE

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All prices shown are estimates only (before applicable taxes and fees) based on 2026 average market rates. Actual costs may vary depending on additional services, ground handling, catering, applicable taxes, fuel surcharges, regulatory fees, and operational factors such as weather, air traffic, aircraft performance, and routing changes. For an accurate, all-in flight price, submit a quote request or call us at +1 (954) 315-2368 to speak with an account manager.

HOURLY FLIGHT ESTIMATOR

SEE EXACTLY WHAT YOU PAY PER HOUR

Enter your flight distance and aircraft category to calculate real 2026 hourly rates — including fuel, crew, and all fees.

NAUTICAL MILES FROM DEPARTURE TO DESTINATION

AIRCRAFT CATEGORY

ESTIMATED CHARTER COST

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Estimated price range based on 2026 average charter market rates.

All prices shown are estimates only (before applicable taxes and fees) based on 2026 average market rates. Actual costs may vary depending on additional services, ground handling, catering, applicable taxes, fuel surcharges, regulatory fees, and operational factors such as weather, air traffic, aircraft performance, and routing changes. For an accurate, all-in flight price, submit a quote request or call us at +1 (954) 315-2368 to speak with an account manager.

HOW IT WORKS

THREE STEPS. WHEELS UP.

No bureaucracy. No guesswork. Just a fast, direct path from inquiry to departure.

SELECT YOUR AIRCRAFT CATEGORY

Choose from five categories based on passenger count, range needed, and cabin size. Our calculator shows real-time 2026 hourly rates for each.

SEE THE FULL COST BREAKDOWN

View the hourly rate split: base aircraft cost, fuel surcharge, crew fees, and landing charges. No hidden line items.

GET YOUR EXACT QUOTE

Submit your route details and we return a precise, all-in quote within 60 minutes. The hourly rate calculator gives you the ballpark — we give you the real number.

WHY FLY PRIVATE

THE NUMBERS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES

Private aviation gives back what commercial travel takes away: time, focus, and control over your journey.

Real Hourly Rates

Not estimated ranges from 2019. Actual 2026 broker-quoted rates updated quarterly.

Fuel Surcharge Clarity

Fuel costs broken out so you know exactly what moves the needle on your total.

Crew Cost Transparency

Pilot salaries, per diems, and overnight costs explained — not buried in fine print.

Landing Fee Breakdown

Airport-specific fees vary wildly. We show what landing at Teterboro vs Van Nuys actually costs.

Positioning Fee Explained

If the aircraft has to fly empty to reach you, that cost is separate. We show when it applies.

Minimum Flight Hours

Most operators require 2-hour minimums. Our calculator accounts for this so you see real costs on short hops.

WHY CHOOSE US

WE WORK FOR YOU. NOT THE AIRLINE.

Independent broker. No fleet to fill. No upselling. Just the right aircraft at the right price, handled fast.

5,000+
AIRCRAFT
5,000+ Aircraft Network
Access to every category from light to ultra-long-range across North America and beyond.
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MIN RESPONSE
60-Minute Quotes
Submit your request and get a real, all-in quote back within the hour. Every time.
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HIDDEN FEES
Zero Markup Games
We earn a transparent broker fee. No inflated hourly rates, no hidden operator kickbacks.
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CERTIFIED
FAA Part 135 Only
Every operator we work with holds a current FAA Part 135 certificate. Non-negotiable.
YOUR QUESTIONS

STRAIGHT ANSWERS. NO FLUFF.

The questions we get asked before every charter. If yours is not here, call us directly.

Light jets average $3,500-$5,500/hr, midsize $5,000-$8,000/hr, super-midsize $7,000-$10,000/hr, heavy jets $9,000-$13,000/hr, and ultra-long-range $13,000-$17,000/hr. These are 2026 all-in hourly rates including crew and fuel.

Most charter quotes include fuel in the hourly rate. However, some operators quote dry rates with fuel as a separate line item. We always show you the all-in cost so there are no surprises.

A positioning fee (also called a deadhead or ferry fee) applies when the aircraft must fly empty to your departure airport. It is typically charged at 50-100% of the hourly rate for the empty leg distance.

Yes. Most operators enforce a 2-hour flight minimum. Some require higher minimums during peak seasons or for specific aircraft. Our calculator factors this in automatically.

Rates reflect aircraft age, maintenance status, cabin configuration, home base location, and operator overhead. A 2024 Phenom 300E costs more per hour than a 2015 Citation CJ3 — newer aircraft command premium rates.

Standard crew costs (two pilots) are included. Extended trips requiring crew rest, hotel stays, or per diem may add $500-$1,500 depending on the trip duration and location.

Fuel typically represents 30-40% of the total hourly cost. A light jet burns 150-200 gallons per hour, while a heavy jet burns 300-400+ gallons. At $6-7/gallon for Jet-A, that is $900-$2,800 per flight hour in fuel alone.

Absolutely. Empty legs can save 25-75% off standard hourly rates because the aircraft is already repositioning. The tradeoff is less flexibility on dates and times. We match empty legs when they fit your route.

KNOW YOUR HOURLY RATE. GET YOUR QUOTE.

Use our calculator to see 2026 rates, then submit your route for an exact all-in quote — returned within the hour.

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