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Short answer: in Brazil, a private jet flight starts at about US$ 8,720 one way. That was the cheapest jet quoted from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro, a Citation CJ1 with a 44 min flight. By the hour, a light jet costs roughly US$ 3,300 to US$ 5,800 per flight hour and a long-range jet US$ 9,800 to US$ 15,600. You pay for the whole aircraft, not per seat.
A charter price is the cost of the entire aircraft for that leg, including crew, fuel and fees. If the jet is not based where you depart, the quote also covers the flight to pick you up and, often, its return to base.
That is why two jets of the same size can be priced very differently on the same route: one is already at your airport, the other has to fly in. Flapper puts the options side by side and shows the final price before you book.
Private jet cost per hour in 2026
To get an hourly figure, we took the cheapest quote in each category on three longer routes from São Paulo (to Brasília, Salvador and Buenos Aires) and divided the total price by the flight time of every leg, positioning included. On very short trips the hourly cost is higher, because operators charge a minimum per flight.
| Category | Examples quoted | Seats | Range (example) | Cost per flight hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very light | Phenom 100, Citation CJ1, Citation Mustang | 4 to 6 | 1,356 mi (Phenom 100) | US$ 3,600 to US$ 4,500 |
| Light | Phenom 300, Citation CJ2, Learjet 31A | 6 to 8 | 2,313 mi (Phenom 300) | US$ 3,300 to US$ 5,800 |
| Midsize | Citation XLS, Learjet 60, Hawker 850XP | 7 to 9 | 2,138 mi (Citation Excel) | US$ 4,900 to US$ 6,200 |
| Super-midsize and large | Legacy 500/600/650, Hawker 4000, Gulfstream G450 | 9 to 13 | 3,596 mi (Legacy 500) | US$ 6,300 to US$ 13,200 |
| Long range | Global 5000/6000, Gulfstream G550 | 12 to 14 | 6,905 mi (Global 6000) | US$ 9,800 to US$ 15,600 |
In practice, a very light or light jet handles trips of up to 2 to 3 hours with 4 to 7 people. A midsize jet makes sense when the group is larger than 6 or the luggage is heavy. Super-midsize and large jets offer a stand-up cabin and a full lavatory, and long-range jets cross continents nonstop.
Private jet charter prices by route
The table shows the lowest one-way price in each category on popular routes in the United States, Europe and Mexico. Click a city to open its private jet charter page.
| Route | Light jet (from) | Midsize jet | Super-midsize or large jet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami → Teterboro (New York) | US$ 33,310 (Hawker 400XP, 2 h 48 min) | US$ 42,430 (Hawker 850XP, 2 h 22 min) | US$ 44,480 (Falcon 50EX, 2 h 13 min) |
| Madrid → Ibiza | US$ 12,450 (Citation Mustang, 58 min) | US$ 17,580 (Citation XLS, 43 min) | US$ 21,670 (Challenger 350, 39 min) |
| Toluca (Mexico City) → Cancún | US$ 24,650 (Hawker 400XP, 2 h 07 min) | US$ 29,310 (Hawker 750, 1 h 49 min) | US$ 38,340 (Gulfstream G200, 1 h 57 min) |
| São Paulo → Miami | US$ 141,580 (Phenom 300, 11 h 19 min) | US$ 126,010 (Learjet 60, 10 h 51 min) | US$ 186,190 (Gulfstream GV-SP, 10 h 07 min) |
Miami to New York (Teterboro) starts at US$ 33,310 in a Hawker 400XP, with 2 h 48 min in the air. Madrid to Ibiza is the cheapest on the list, from US$ 12,450 in a Citation Mustang, and a Challenger 350 on the same hop costs US$ 21,670. From São Paulo to Miami, prices start at US$ 126,010 in a Learjet 60, which needs fuel stops on the way.
The smallest jet is not always the cheapest. On a São Paulo to Salvador quote, a Learjet 31A (US$ 27,490) came in below a Citation CJ1 (US$ 27,880) because it is faster and was positioned closer.
Private jet prices in Brazil and South America
Flapper started in Brazil, and these are real quotes from the same date for the busiest routes from São Paulo:
| Route | Light jet (from) | Midsize jet | Super-midsize or large jet |
|---|---|---|---|
| São Paulo → Rio de Janeiro | US$ 8,720 (Citation CJ1, 44 min) | US$ 15,420 (Citation XLS, 39 min) | US$ 40,190 (Legacy 500, 39 min) |
| São Paulo → Brasília | US$ 15,980 (Citation CJ1, 1 h 40 min) | US$ 18,490 (Citation XLS, 1 h 29 min) | US$ 40,780 (Legacy 650, 1 h 38 min) |
| São Paulo → Salvador | US$ 27,490 (Learjet 31A, 2 h 20 min) | US$ 31,410 (Citation XLS, 2 h 31 min) | US$ 55,530 (Hawker 4000, 1 h 56 min) |
| São Paulo → Punta del Este | US$ 22,920 (Citation CJ2, 2 h 54 min) | US$ 29,090 (Learjet 60, 2 h 27 min) | US$ 39,050 (Legacy 600, 2 h 32 min) |
| São Paulo → Buenos Aires | US$ 22,140 (Citation CJ2, 3 h 14 min) | US$ 28,080 (Learjet 60, 2 h 45 min) | US$ 37,680 (Legacy 600, 2 h 49 min) |
For groups, a larger jet can be the better deal. To Punta del Este, a Citation CJ2 seats 6 for US$ 22,920 (about US$ 3,820 per seat), while a Legacy 600 seats 13 for US$ 39,050 (about US$ 3,000 per seat). For customs, permits and fuel stops on longer trips, see how much it costs to charter a private jet for international flights and our guide to private jet charter in Miami.
What makes a private jet more or less expensive
- Positioning: if the aircraft is far away, you pay for the flight to your departure airport and often the empty return.
- Date and time: holidays, summer weekends and big events (Formula 1, New Year’s Eve) concentrate demand.
- Overnights: on a round trip with days in between, crew expenses and sometimes the cost of keeping the jet away from base are added.
- Fees and airports: international airports and night operations can carry higher charges.
- Group size and luggage: golf bags, surfboards or lots of suitcases may require a larger jet.
How to pay less for a private jet
- Empty leg flights: legs the aircraft would fly empty to return to base. When one matches your date, the price drops a lot. They show up in the Flapper app and website.
- Flexible times and airports: departing from a different airport in the same city changes which jets are nearby.
- Pick the right category: for up to 4 people on a short leg, a very light jet or a turboprop is enough. See turboprop vs jet: when to choose each.
- Fly often: if you fly many hours a year, compare charter with Flapper’s jet quota (fractional ownership).
And how much does it cost to own a private jet?
Owning is a different calculation: besides the purchase price, you pay for the hangar, crew, insurance and maintenance even in months when the jet sits on the ground. We break it down in how much it costs to maintain a private jet. If range is the question, see the business jets with the longest range.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a private jet cost per hour?
In November 2026 quotes, a very light or light jet cost US$ 3,300 to US$ 5,800 per flight hour, a midsize jet US$ 4,900 to US$ 6,200 and a long-range jet US$ 9,800 to US$ 15,600, with aircraft positioning included.
What is the cheapest private jet to charter?
Very light jets such as the Citation Mustang, Citation CJ1 and Phenom 100. Madrid to Ibiza in a Citation Mustang was quoted at US$ 12,450, and São Paulo to Rio in a Citation CJ1 at US$ 8,720.
How much is a private jet for 10 people?
For 10 to 13 passengers, quotes bring super-midsize and large jets such as the Legacy 500 and Legacy 600. From São Paulo to Punta del Este, a 13-seat Legacy 600 was quoted at US$ 39,050.
Is the price per person?
No. A charter is priced for the whole aircraft. The more people on board, the lower the cost per seat, up to the number of seats available.
Does a round trip cost double?
Not always. If the jet waits for you at the destination, crew expenses and the cost of keeping the aircraft away from base may apply. Same-day returns usually cost less than two one-way legs. Quote the round trip directly on the website or app.
How do I book a private jet?
Enter your departure, destination, date and number of passengers on the Flapper website or app. The platform shows available aircraft with the final price, and our team confirms the flight with the operator.
Sources
- Quotes from the Flapper platform’s quoting system (one-way legs; prices vary with date, time and availability)
- Embraer Phenom 100 specifications (Wikipedia)
- Embraer Phenom 300 specifications (Wikipedia)
- Cessna Citation Excel/XLS specifications (Wikipedia)
- Embraer Legacy 500 specifications (Wikipedia)
- Bombardier Global 6000 specifications (Wikipedia)
- Dollar values converted from Brazilian reais at the Central Bank of Brazil PTAX rate of 11/9/2026 (US$ 1 = R$ 5.51), rounded to the nearest ten.