Light jet charter
Light jets are the workhorses of private aviation: true jet speed at the most accessible jet price. Two to three hours of comfortable cruise covers pairs like New York–Miami or Dallas–Houston nonstop. Cabins seat six to seven with a lavatory and refreshment center; baggage space fits golf bags and skis.
Every model below is a business jet in the light jet class: 6–7 passengers, about 1,700 nm of range and $2,500–$3,600 per flight hour in charter.
Indicative hourly rates before positioning, fees and taxes (including the 7.5% US federal excise tax); not an offer.
Popular light jet models
| Model | Passengers | Cruise speed | Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 7–8 | 464 kts | 2,010 nm |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 7–8 | 416 kts | 2,040 nm |
| Learjet 45XR | 8–9 | 465 kts | 1,710 nm |
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Example light jet trips
| Route | Distance | Flight time | Estimated price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston → Miami | 1088 nm | 3h 10m | $15,500 – $28,400 |
| Chicago → Miami | 1023 nm | 2h 50m | $14,000 – $26,500 |
| New York → Naples | 962 nm | 2h 50m | $12,400 – $22,700 |
| New York → Miami | 949 nm | 2h 40m | $12,000 – $21,900 |
| New York → Fort Lauderdale | 931 nm | 2h 40m | $12,000 – $21,900 |
| New York → Palm Beach | 902 nm | 2h 40m | $12,300 – $22,300 |
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