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Seattle private jet charter.

Boeing Field is the city's private aviation gateway, with Sea-Tac and Paine Field nearby.

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Flying private from Seattle

Your guide to private jets in Seattle.

Boeing Field is the city's private aviation gateway, with Sea-Tac and Paine Field nearby.

Private flights in Seattle use Boeing Field (BFI), Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA), Paine Field (PAE). Boeing Field has a dedicated private aviation terminal, so you clear security in minutes and board close to departure.

Charter is priced per aircraft, not per seat. From Seattle, a light jet costs about $5.5k to $9.8k per flight hour and a super-midsize jet $11.8k to $13k. Quotes add positioning when the aircraft is based elsewhere, airport charges and Federal excise tax.

Popular trips from Seattle include San Francisco (about 1h 43m, from $9.4k), Salt Lake City (about 1h 44m, from $9.5k), Las Vegas (about 2h 07m, from $11.7k). Every route page shows flight time and an estimate for each aircraft size.

Every flight is operated by FAA Part 135 operators, and the operator is named on your quote. Our US desk answers around the clock, 24/7, ET and PT.

Airports

Where private jets fly in Seattle.

Private flights use dedicated terminals or the general aviation apron, so check-in takes minutes.

Boeing Field
BFI
Seattle · ICAO KBFI · IATA BFI
Private aviation terminal
Seattle-Tacoma International
SEA
Seattle · ICAO KSEA · IATA SEA
GA apron
Paine Field
PAE
Seattle · ICAO KPAE · IATA PAE
GA apron
Flight times

How far is Seattle by private jet?

Typical block times on the most suitable jet, with the starting one-way price.

Flight time
1h 43m
Typical aircraft
Light jet
One way
from $9.4k
Flight time
1h 44m
Typical aircraft
Light jet
One way
from $9.5k
Flight time
2h 07m
Typical aircraft
Light jet
One way
from $11.7k
Flight time
2h 15m
Typical aircraft
Light jet
One way
from $12.4k
Flight time
2h 17m
Typical aircraft
Light jet
One way
from $12.6k
Flight time
2h 21m
Typical aircraft
Light jet
One way
from $13k
Flight time
2h 26m
Typical aircraft
Light jet
One way
from $13.4k
Flight time
2h 26m
Typical aircraft
Light jet
One way
from $13.4k

Estimated from great-circle distance and current hourly rates. Excludes Federal excise tax.

Aircraft

Choose the right size.

Match the jet to the trip. Hourly rates in USD.

Trip lengthRecommendedFrom Seattle to
Up to 2 hoursTurboprop or light jetSan Francisco, Salt Lake City
2 to 4 hoursMidsize or super-midsize jetLas Vegas, Los Angeles
Over 4 hoursSuper-midsize or heavy jetHouston, Detroit
Embraer Phenom 300 private jet

Embraer Phenom 300

Embraer Phenom 300: one of the most common light jets on the US charter list.

Cessna Citation XLS private jet

Cessna Citation XLS / XLS+ / Excel

Cessna Citation XLS: one of the most common midsize jets on the US charter list.

Bombardier Challenger 350 private jet

Bombardier Challenger 300 / 350 / 3500

Bombardier Challenger 300: one of the most common super-midsize jets on the US charter list.

Bombardier Challenger 605 private jet

Bombardier Challenger 604 / 605 / 650

Bombardier Challenger 604: one of the most common heavy jets on the US charter list.

Empty legs

Empty legs to and from Seattle.

Empty leg flights from SeattleEmpty leg flights to Seattle

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FAQ

Seattle charter questions

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How much does a private jet from Seattle cost?+

A light jet costs about $5.5k to $9.8k per flight hour and a heavy jet $15.1k to $18.5k. Your quote adds positioning, airport charges and Federal excise tax.

Which airport do private jets use in Seattle?+

Boeing Field is the usual choice; Seattle-Tacoma International and Paine Field are also available.

How quickly can I fly from Seattle?+

Often within a few hours, depending on aircraft and crew availability. Peak dates need more notice.

Can I fly one way?+

Yes. One-way charters are priced as a full trip, but empty legs can bring the price down sharply when your dates are flexible.

How much luggage can I bring?+

Light jets take a few medium bags; super-midsize and heavy jets carry golf bags, skis and large suitcases.

Can I bring my pet?+

Most operators welcome pets in the cabin. Tell us the size and breed when you request a quote.

Who operates the flight?+

FAA Part 135 operators. The operator's name appears on your quote and contract.

Can I book a helicopter in Seattle?+

Yes, where licensed helicopter operators are based or can position.

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