midsize jet charter cost Scottsdale
Midsize jet charter cost Scottsdale travelers pay runs $5,200 to $7,800 per hour in 2026. A Los Angeles leg covers 345 nautical miles and is estimated at $6,000 to $9,000. Those figures are estimates for a whole aircraft, not per seat.
- $5,200–$7,800per flight hour
- 7-9passengers
- 2,100 nmtypical range
A midsize jet sits between light jets and super-midsize aircraft, and that middle position is what most Scottsdale travelers are paying for. You get a stand-up cabin, a real baggage hold, and enough range to cross the country with a fuel stop on the longest lines. Expect midsize jet charter cost Scottsdale quotes of $5,200 to $7,800 per hour in 2026, with the spread reflecting aircraft age, cabin size, crew duty rules and how far the jet has to fly empty before it reaches you. The hourly rate is only half the story. A quote for a specific trip bundles flight time, landing and handling fees, fuel surcharges and crew, and the total is what you compare, not the hourly figure on its own.
Scottsdale has no commercial airport of its own, so the airport you choose changes the math more than most people expect. Scottsdale Airport sits close to downtown and North Scottsdale, which shortens your ground time, while Phoenix Sky Harbor and Mesa Gateway handle larger aircraft and different schedules. For a Phoenix or Scottsdale charter, jets are priced by the leg, so the airport pair matters as much as the cabin class. We act as your agent and arrange the flight with an operator holding a current FAA Part 135 certificate; that operator keeps operational control of the flight. Under DOT Part 295 rules, a broker works for you as an agent, which is why we can compare several operators against one set of trip details.
Cessna Citation Latitude
- 9 seats
- 446 kt cruise
- 2,700 nm range
- 127 cu ft baggage
Hawker 800XP
- 8 seats
- 447 kt cruise
- 2,540 nm range
- 50 cu ft baggage
The Hawker 800XP seats eight and cruises at 447 knots, with a range of 2,540 nm that covers every route on this page nonstop except the longest East Coast legs. The cabin measures 5 ft 9 in tall by 21 ft 4 in long, so it feels roomy for its class, and the 50 cu ft baggage hold is tighter than the Citation's. On a Scottsdale to New York run you pay for a fuel stop but gain a cabin that stays comfortable for five-plus hours.
When a midsize jet is the right call
- You are flying three to six people and want a stand-up cabin rather than ducking through a light jet doorway. Midsize cabins run roughly 5 ft 8 in to 5 ft 9 in tall, so most adults walk in upright and stay that way for the whole flight.
- The route is longer than a light jet comfortably handles. Chicago to Scottsdale covers 1,241 nm in about 3h 16m nonstop, and a midsize jet makes that trip with fuel and baggage margin rather than a fuel stop that eats the schedule.
- The schedule is the reason for the trip. Flying into Scottsdale Airport for a morning meeting, a Scottsdale golf weekend or the Barrett-Jackson auction week means ground time matters; a midsize jet lets you plan around the event instead of the airline timetable.
- You need baggage room to match the passenger list. The Citation XLS+ carries 90 cu ft of baggage, which covers a full cabin of eight with golf bags and suitcases, and that is often the deciding factor on Scottsdale winter trips.
What these estimates do not cover
Every figure here is an estimate for planning, not a quoted price. The final number depends on your dates, the operator's availability, current fuel prices and how many empty miles the jet flies to reach Scottsdale; a one-way charter out of a quiet market can price differently from a round trip. During high-demand weeks such as Barrett-Jackson in January, aircraft and crew book early and rates firm up.
International legs add customs clearance, and any flight crossing a border needs CBP arrangements for the arrival airport; passenger documentation is checked before departure. We will tell you plainly when a route needs a fuel stop, when an operator's certificate or insurance does not fit the trip, and when a light jet would do the same job for less. If a quote looks too low for the mission, it usually is missing a fee, and we would rather say so up front.
Midsize jet prices on popular routes
Rates below are estimated totals for the whole aircraft in 2026, based on typical midsize performance. Eastbound winter headwinds and event-week demand in Scottsdale move these numbers, so treat them as a starting range and let us price your exact dates.
Midsize jet flight times and costs by route
A midsize jet handles these 24 routes in 0h 52m to 6h 17m, with one-way quotes from $5,000 to $49,000.
| Route | Time | One-way estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles → Scottsdale | 1h 07m | $6,000–$9,000 |
| Chicago → Scottsdale | 3h 16m | $17,000–$25,500 |
| New York → Scottsdale | 5h 27m+ leg stop | $28,500–$42,500 |
| Dallas → Scottsdale | 2h 05m | $11,000–$16,000 |
| Houston → Scottsdale | 2h 22m | $12,500–$18,500 |
| Atlanta → Scottsdale | 3h 33m | $18,500–$27,500 |
| Washington, DC → Scottsdale | 4h 19m | $22,500–$33,500 |
| Boston → Scottsdale | 5h 45m+ leg stop | $30,000–$45,000 |
| Philadelphia → Scottsdale | 5h 20m+ leg stop | $28,000–$41,500 |
| Denver → Scottsdale | 1h 29m | $8,000–$11,500 |
| San Francisco → Scottsdale | 1h 42m | $9,000–$13,000 |
| Seattle → Scottsdale | 2h 38m | $13,500–$20,500 |
| Las Vegas → Scottsdale | 0h 52m | $5,000–$8,000 |
| Nashville → Scottsdale | 3h 16m | $17,000–$25,500 |
| Charlotte → Scottsdale | 3h 56m | $20,500–$30,500 |
| Orlando → Scottsdale | 4h 05m | $21,000–$32,000 |
| Scottsdale → Las Vegas | 0h 52m | $5,000–$8,000 |
| Scottsdale → New York | 5h 27m+ leg stop | $28,500–$42,500 |
| Scottsdale → Los Angeles | 1h 07m | $6,000–$9,000 |
| Scottsdale → Aspen | 1h 19m | $7,000–$10,000 |
| Scottsdale → Nassau | 5h 28m+ leg stop | $28,500–$42,500 |
| Scottsdale → Cabo San Lucas | 1h 46m | $9,000–$14,000 |
| Scottsdale → Turks and Caicos | 6h 17m+ leg stop | $32,500–$49,000 |
| Scottsdale → Palm Beach | 4h 19m | $22,500–$33,500 |
Questions
What does midsize jet charter cost Scottsdale travelers pay per hour?
Midsize jet charter cost Scottsdale hourly rates run $5,200 to $7,800 in 2026, depending on the aircraft and operator. A Hawker 800XP or Citation XLS+ both seat eight, so the hourly spread usually reflects age, cabin condition and crew scheduling rather than passenger count. Hourly rates are a benchmark only; ask for the all-in total for your specific route and dates.
How much is a midsize jet from Scottsdale to Los Angeles?
A midsize jet on the 345 nm Scottsdale to Los Angeles route is estimated at $6,000 to $9,000, with about 1h 07m in the air. Because that is a short leg, fixed costs like landing, handling and crew make up a larger share of the bill. The estimate covers the whole aircraft for up to eight passengers.
What is the estimate for a midsize charter from Chicago to Scottsdale?
Chicago to Scottsdale is 1,241 nm and estimated at $17,000 to $25,500 on a midsize jet, with roughly 3h 16m nonstop. Westbound winter headwinds can add time and fuel, but a midsize jet still makes the trip without a stop. Confirm the quote includes landing and handling at your Scottsdale-area airport.
Can a midsize jet fly Scottsdale to New York nonstop?
Not reliably. The 1,842 nm New York route is flown with a fuel stop on a midsize jet, estimated at $28,500 to $42,500 and about 5h 27m in total. A Hawker 800XP's 2,540 nm range suggests nonstop capability on paper, but winter headwinds and reserves decide the real answer. Ask the operator to confirm the routing before you book.
Which airports serve private charter flights in the Scottsdale area?
Scottsdale Airport is the closest option for downtown and North Scottsdale, while Phoenix Sky Harbor and Mesa Gateway handle larger aircraft and different schedules. Your choice of airport affects landing fees, ground transport time and which operators can quote the trip. Give us your final destination and we will price the airports that actually shorten your day.
Who is responsible for the flight when I book through a broker?
The operator flying you holds a current FAA Part 135 certificate and keeps operational control of the flight, including crew, maintenance and dispatch decisions. We act as your agent under DOT Part 295, arranging the trip and comparing operators on your behalf. We do not own the aircraft, and we will name the operator before you commit.