Private Jet Charter Cost Estimator
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Private Jet Charter Cost Estimator
What is a private jet charter cost estimator? For your convenience, our team has developed a proprietary tool that can be used to calculate the costs of chartering a private jet. The Algorithm uses several data points to obtain its results ranging from multiple aircraft categories. Keep in mind, that such calculations do not include any taxes and fees and should be used only to get an approximate cost of the charter flight. It is free and you are not required to provide any information to calculate the cost of a charter flight. If you would like for one of our experienced aviators to give you a precise air charter quote, simply fill out the details after generating a price estimate and someone from our team will reach out immediately to discuss the details of your flight and go over available options with you.
How a charter flight cost is determined
The costs of a private jet charter are broken into several factors. Even though you will not see a breakdown of all costs in your formal quote from an air charter operator or a broker, this guide will help you get an understanding of the final price.
Aircraft hourly rate and total flight time
| Jet Category | Number of Passengers | Range (Nautical Miles) | Hourly Rate | Get an estimate |
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Light |
4 – 8 | 2,100 – 2,300 | $2,600 – $3,500 | Request a Quote |
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Midsize |
6 – 8 | 2,200 – 3,500 | $3,200 – $4,300 | Request a Quote |
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Super Midsize |
8 – 10 | 3,000 – 4,200 | $4,400 – $6,000 | Request a Quote |
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Large |
9 – 19 | 3,500 – 7,800 | $5,500 – $7,000 | Request a Quote |
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Ultra Long Range |
10 – 19 | 3,500 – 7,800 | $8,000 – $12,000 | Request a Quote |
Charter Destination
It can make the most sense from an economical standpoint to source an aircraft nearest to you. Such aircraft available for charter either may already be parked on the tarmac waiting for a flight opportunity, or it may be based at that airport. By making sure one of the above is being taken into consideration, you will be able to eliminate repositioning time which accrues hourly repositioning costs that are passed down to you at the time of contract. Keep in mind, that this can help you save the front repositioning costs of the charter flight, but not the end repositioning costs of the charter flight. This is due to the operator’s schedule as it may have to pick up another flyer at a different airport after your flight. It may be a good idea to find out the aircraft’s final destination if the charter operator is willing to share the information that way you can make an educated decision whether you wouldn’t mind flying into an airport further from your desire destination to save on costs. Discuss all options with your charter broker for the best pricing.
Round-trip flights
When booking round-trip flights, you will most likely incur overnight/parking fees for the aircraft and the crew to stay put for the duration of your trip. This also restricts the aircraft from booking and flying while it is sitting parked at the Fixed Base Operator (FBO). Typically, you can expect anywhere between $2,000-$3,500 per day in overnight fees depending on if it’s a national or international flight. Such costs are tackled in your charter quote. Such fees take into account aircraft parking, facility fees, crew hotels, meals.
International flights
All international flights are subject to foreign permits, overflight fees, and customs. Such charges are included in the final price of the charter. Such fees can range anywhere from $1500-3500 Dollars. On the other hand, Federal Excise Tax also referred to as FET is not required for international flights.
Federal Excise Tax (FET)
Federal Excise Tax (FET) will always apply for flights inside of the United States. The tax rate is 7.5% of the charter cost, plus the US segment fee of $4.30 per passenger, per flight leg. Paying taxes on a charter flight is 100% mandatory at the time of booking a private jet charter.
Fuel Surcharges
Fuel Surcharge may vary by operator. This typically means that the operator of the aircraft adds on a set rate to accommodate fuel price fluctuation. Most operators, however, include a base and have great fuel pricing that allows them not to charge any fuel surcharges after all.
Airport Landing Fees
Landing fees are associated with the landing of the aircraft at that particular airport. Airport landing fees can range anywhere from 50 dollars to a premium of 1,000 dollars at high traffic, popular international airports like John F. Kennedy (JFK), La Guardia International Airport (LGA), and Boston Logan International Airport (BOS).
Fixed Based Operator Facility Fees
Shortly after landing, you will be greeted by linemen from the FBO who will be providing ground support for the aircraft upon its arrival at the ramp. Such agent will be responsible for fueling the aircraft, towing the aircraft if needed to a parking space or any other ground service request needed. Typically, these fees range anywhere from $100 to $350 dollars and are charged at the departing and arrival FBO. The facility fees are always included in your charter quote.
Conclusion
Now that you have an in-depth understanding of all of the itemized charges that break down the cost of your charter, you can feel more at ease knowing what you’re paying for. Some of these fees can be negotiated by a professional broker, where you can expect to save thousands of dollars. At this current demand in private travel, a good broker on your side is essential. Velox Air Charter and its experienced team have many years of experience working directly for Operators and aircraft owners, giving us the knowledgeable and professional advantage in finding the right aircraft for the right price. Visit our private jet charter cost estimator tool or contact one of our flight specialists 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 954-686-4191 or email us at charter@veloxjets.com for all of your on-demand private jet charter needs.
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FAQs
What is On-demand Private Jet Charter?
On-demand charter is often referred to pay-as-you-fly. Often times, other companies will require a jet charter membership which consists of prepaying hundreds of flight hours upfront tying you down with contracts, initial deposits and long-term commitments. Velox Air Charter Private Jet Charter Cost Estimator process is very simple with no gimmicks all while still maintaining the same true market competitive pricing that you can always count on. One flight at a time.
What influences pricing on a private jet charter?
Many factors such as flight times and distances, type of aircraft and the length of the flight. For example, if you are flying a round-trip or multi-leg flight with many days ( usually more than 3 days) before your return flight on that same particular aircraft, you will incur aircraft, crew expenses often referred as “overnights” to cover the costs of hotels, aircraft parking for those days that the aircraft will be stationary on the ground.
Such fees are typically non-negotiable with the operator/owner of the aircraft as these are fixed expenses incurred during each and every flight. If the Private Jet cannot simply stay on the ground for a course of several days, the price will often be higher as the operator will build round-trip pricing for each leg. This means the aircraft will drop you off, leave to its next destination or its base, and then come back for you when you’re ready to depart. That’s a lot of flying therefore incurring higher charges.
Who owns the aircraft?
The aircraft marketed are owned by private individuals, companies for corporate travel or aircraft management companies that charter planes for profit or to offset aircraft ownership costs. Many aircraft are marketed for jet charter by its owners when not in use.
What will a broker do for me?
Velox Jets uses its leveraged relationships with aircraft operators (FAA Part 135) to strategically negotiate the best pricing for the best private jet options available in the market. While the private aviation industry can be full of mystery, we practice transparency and honesty. Our expert jet charter advisors will ensure that you understand why the flight cost what it costs, what safety credentials the plane and crew hold, and which options are best at your preferred price point.
What are the safety standards of the aircraft used?
To protect the safety of customers, we only charter aircraft that carry an ARGUS or Wyvern safety ratings (or their foreign equivalents for international travel). Our customers safety is our number one priority.
Can you arrange last minute charter flights?
Absolutely. Often times, we can source and secure a private jet option 2-4 hours before departure. One of the major factors depend on the aircraft availability at that current time.
What separates us from the competition?
- Velox Jets is one of the few private jet brokers that discloses the name of the operators, aircraft and their cancellation terms. We use our operator relationships to represent you and secure the best private jet at the best possible rates providing true market transparency on each and every flight.
- Your private jet flight is being handled by true full-time #avgeeks with vast aviation experience in the industry. Our Founder and team members have years of experience previously working with FAA PART 135 Air Operators. That means you’re in good hands with true experts.
What is a Fixed Based Operator (FBO)?
A Fixed based Operator, often referred to as an FBO is a facility which services private jets and provides a discreet experience for private travelers. FBOs are generally located at almost each and every airport in the country with exceptions to small county municipal or private airports. They assure to provide ground-support services to private jets arriving into a destination. Their services range from Fuel, Ground-handling, Aircraft parking and overnight storage, GPU, AOG Maintenance services, Aircraft Detailing, De-Icing, Retail offices, Pilot lounges and day-rooms, Coffee shops, Luxurious living rooms with waiting areas while you wait to board your private jet flight with the most ultimate comfort. Think of it as your very own private terminal without the long wait lines or security lines, and no you don’t have to take off your shoes.
What are the top aircraft options?
Private Jet categories range from turbo-props, light jets to midsize jets, super-mid jets, heavy jets and commercial airliners.
Some very popular aircraft often used for charter include some of the following:
Pilatus PC-12NG, King Air 350, Cessna Grand Caravan, Piaggio Avanti P180, Saab 340B
Cessna Citation Mustang, Cessna Citation CJ2/CJ2+, Nextant 400XT, Embraer Phenom 300/300E, Hawker 400, Hawker 400A, Hawker 400XP, Honda Jet
Bombardier Lear 45, Bombardier Lear 60, Bombardier Lear 60XR, Hawker 800XP, Citation CJ3, Citation Latitude, Embraer Legacy 500, Cessna Citation XLS+.
Citation Sovereign, Gulfstream G200, Cessna Citation Sovereign+, Challenger 300, Citation X, Challenger 350, Dassault Falcon 50
Gulfstream G300, Gulfstream G450, Challenger 605, Embraer Lineage 1000E, Challenger 604, Dassault Falcon 6X, Dassault Falcon 5X, Falcon 900LX, Falcon 2000LXS, Challenger 650
Ultra-long Range Jet Category:
Gulfstream G650, Dassault Falcon 7x, Dassault Falcon 8X, Gulfstream G550, Bombardier Global 6000
Can you provide ground transportation?
Contact us today so we can assist in arranging private ground transportation services for you. Please make sure to mention to your flight advisor that you would like to request a pick-up. Leave all worries behind, and let us take care of all of the details from pre-flight to post-flight.
