Private aviation
How much does a private jet cost?
The total quote is the number to compare. An hourly rate helps you understand the starting point, but it does not account for every movement, airport charge or schedule requirement.
Private jet rental cost per hour
| Aircraft class | Reference seating | Nominal range | Hourly reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprops | 6–8 | 1,500 nm | $2,600–$3,600 |
| Very light jets | 4–5 | 1,100 nm | $3,200–$4,300 |
| Light jets | 6–7 | 1,800 nm | $4,200–$5,800 |
| Midsize jets | 7–9 | 2,300 nm | $5,500–$7,200 |
| Super midsize jets | 8–10 | 3,200 nm | $7,000–$9,500 |
| Heavy jets | 10–14 | 4,000 nm | $9,500–$13,500 |
| Ultra long range jets | 12–16 | 6,500 nm | $13,000–$19,000 |
Prices, ranges and airport details are indicative. Confirm the aircraft, itinerary and total price in your written quote.
What belongs in the full price?
- Flying time and any minimum billed hours.
- Positioning flights required before or after your passenger journey.
- Airport, handling and parking charges; applicable taxes.
- Crew waiting or overnight arrangements for the actual itinerary.
- Any optional services and the consequences of a schedule change.
Compare like-for-like quotes
Use the same airports, local times, passenger count and baggage list for every request. Confirm whether the quote is for one way, a same-day return or a stay of several days. Ask which amounts are fixed and which may change.
Questions before you book
Can I calculate the total from the hourly rate?
Only as a rough comparison. The final itinerary may involve positioning, minimum time, airport costs and other charges that are not captured by multiplying passenger flight time by a rate.
Is an empty leg always the cheapest option?
An empty leg may suit flexible plans, but its timing and route depend on another flight. Compare the change and cancellation implications as well as the price.
Private jet charter cost estimator
Use the private jet charter cost estimator to compare aircraft classes for your route and passenger count. The result is an indicative range, not a confirmed offer.
How much does it cost to rent a private jet?
Start with the hourly rates above, then compare quotes for your complete itinerary. Aircraft positioning, minimum billed hours and airport charges mean the total cannot be calculated from distance alone.
Private jet cost per person
A private charter is normally priced for the whole aircraft. Divide the complete trip quote by your passenger count to compare the cost per person. This calculation does not turn the flight into a scheduled service selling individual seats.
One way, same-day return or overnight?
Ask for the whole itinerary to be quoted. A same-day return may involve waiting time; an overnight stay can add crew accommodation and parking, or require the aircraft to reposition. Two identical flight distances can therefore produce different prices.
Ways to compare a lower charter cost
- Compare nearby airports against the extra ground transfer.
- Give a departure-time window if your schedule allows it.
- Choose a cabin that fits your group and baggage without paying for unused capacity.
- Compare the complete written quote, including positioning and airport charges.