Cost guide
How much does it cost to rent a private jet
In October 2026, effective private jet rental rates run from $3,900 to $18,000 per flight hour; New York to Miami one way for six guests on a light jet is about $16,000–$26,000.
- Effective class-rate span
- $3,900–$18,000 per hour
Private jet rental rates by class
The effective rate includes typical positioning observed in one-way market prices. It is deliberately separated from published operator hourly rates.
| Aircraft class | Effective one-way market rate | Typical / maximum seats | Planning range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | $3,900–$6,000 | 6 / 8 | 1,400 nm |
| Very light jet | $4,700–$7,500 | 4 / 5 | 1,100 nm |
| Light jet | $5,200–$8,100 | 6 / 7 | 1,800 nm |
| Midsize | $5,900–$8,400 | 7 / 9 | 2,500 nm |
| Super-midsize | $8,700–$12,000 | 8 / 10 | 3,100 nm |
| Heavy | $8,900–$14,000 | 10 / 14 | 4,000 nm |
| Ultra-long-range | $12,000–$18,000 | 12 / 16 | 6,500 nm |
Daily minimums matter on short trips
The engine bills at least the class minimum for each flying day. That is why a short hop can cost more than airborne time multiplied by an hourly rate.
| Aircraft class | Daily minimum | Published operator hourly rate |
|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | 1 h | $2,500–$4,000 |
| Very light jet | 1 h | $3,000–$4,800 |
| Light jet | 1.5 h | $3,800–$6,500 |
| Midsize | 2 h | $5,500–$8,500 |
| Super-midsize | 2 h | $7,500–$11,000 |
| Heavy | 2.5 h | $9,000–$15,000 |
| Ultra-long-range | 3 h | $13,000–$20,000 |
One-way rental examples
These examples come from the same engine data used on published route pages; they are estimates, not live offers.
| Published route | Recommended class | Flight time | One-way estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles to Las Vegas | Light jet | 40 m | $8,600–$14,000 |
| New York to Miami | Light jet | 2 h 40 m | $16,000–$26,000 |
| London to Paris | Light jet | 45 m | $8,000–$13,000 |
| Miami to New York | Light jet | 2 h 35 m | $16,000–$24,000 |
| New York to Los Angeles | Midsize | 5 h 50 m | $38,000–$55,000 |
| Los Angeles to New York | Midsize | 4 h 55 m | $33,000–$47,000 |
| New York to London | Super-midsize | 6 h 15 m | $56,000–$76,000 |
| Chicago to Las Vegas | Light jet | 3 h 55 m | $23,000–$36,000 |
Good to know
How much does it cost to rent a private jet FAQ
How much does it cost to rent a light jet?
The calculator uses an effective one-way market rate of $5,200–$8,100 per hour for a light jet.
What is the light-jet daily minimum?
The class data uses a 1.5-hour daily minimum.
What passenger fee is used for a US domestic flight?
The 2026 domestic segment fee is $5.30 per passenger per segment.
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