Very light jet charter
Very light jets are private aviation's entry point: true jet speed and altitude for two to five passengers at rates close to turboprop territory. Ideal for hops up to about 90 minutes — New York–Washington, LA–Las Vegas, Dallas–Houston — with club seating for four and hold space for weekend bags. Larger parties or serious luggage call for a light jet.
Every model below is a business jet in the very light jet class: 4–5 passengers, about 1,100 nm of range and $1,900–$2,800 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 very light jet models
| Model | Passengers | Cruise speed | Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| HondaJet Elite II | 5–6 | 422 kts | 1,547 nm |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 6–7 | 404 kts | 1,550 nm |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 4–5 | 406 kts | 1,178 nm |
| Cirrus Vision Jet SF50 | 4–5 | 305 kts | 1,275 nm |
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Example very light jet trips
| Route | Distance | Flight time | Estimated price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago → Miami | 1023 nm | 3h 10m | $13,500 – $23,600 |
| New York → Naples | 962 nm | 3h 10m | $15,800 – $30,900 |
| New York → Miami | 949 nm | 3h 10m | $15,500 – $30,600 |
| New York → Fort Lauderdale | 931 nm | 3h 10m | $15,500 – $30,600 |
| New York → Palm Beach | 902 nm | 3h 10m | $15,800 – $27,400 |
| Los Angeles → Los Cabos | 808 nm | 2h 40m | $11,400 – $20,000 |
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