How Much Does a Private Jet Cost in 2026? Complete Price Guide

Private Jet Pricing in 2026: What to Expect

The cost of chartering a private jet depends on four main factors: aircraft size, distance, time of year, and booking lead time. Here's a straightforward breakdown of what you'll pay in 2026.

Charter Rates by Aircraft Category

Category	Passengers	Hourly Rate	Best For
Light Jet	4-8	$4,500 - $7,500/hr	Regional flights under 3 hours
Midsize Jet	7-9	$6,500 - $9,000/hr	Cross-country, 3-5 hour flights
Heavy Jet	10-16	$9,000 - $14,000/hr	International, 5-8 hour flights
Ultra Long Range	12-19	$14,000 - $20,000/hr	Intercontinental, 8-16 hour flights

Sample Route Prices

Here are real pricing examples for popular routes:

• New York to Miami: $15,000 - $22,000 (light jet, 2.5 hours)
• Los Angeles to Las Vegas: $8,000 - $14,000 (light jet, 50 minutes)
• London to Paris: $8,000 - $14,000 (light jet, 1 hour)
• New York to London: $85,000 - $120,000 (heavy jet, 7 hours)
• Beijing to Shanghai: $12,000 - $18,000 (light jet, 1.75 hours)
• Dubai to London: $75,000 - $110,000 (heavy jet, 6.5 hours)

What's Included in the Price?

A typical charter quote includes:

• Aircraft rental and crew costs
• Fuel for the planned route
• Landing and handling fees
• Basic catering
• Passenger insurance

Additional costs may apply for overnight crew stays, international customs handling, premium catering, ground transportation, and Wi-Fi.

5 Ways to Save on Private Jet Charter

1. Empty leg flights: Aircraft repositioning after one-way trips can be booked at 50-75% off. VOLO's AI monitors empty legs across our entire network.
2. Flexible dates: Flying mid-week (Tuesday-Thursday) is typically 10-20% cheaper than weekends.
3. Book early: 2-3 weeks advance booking gives you more aircraft options and better pricing.
4. Right-size your aircraft: Don't charter a heavy jet for 4 passengers on a 2-hour flight. A light jet will be half the cost.
5. Membership programs: Frequent flyers save 15-25% with jet card or membership programs.

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