Midsize jet charter cost Atlanta
Midsize jet charter cost Atlanta sits between $5,200 and $7,800 per hour. A New York-Atlanta trip on a midsize runs $9,500 to $14,500 for 1h 52m in the air. These are estimates for aircraft that seat 7 to 9.
- $5,200–$7,800each flight hour
- 7-9passengers
- 2,100 nmtypical range
The figure that matters first is the hourly band: midsize jets quote at $5,200 to $7,800 per flight hour, which buys a cabin seating 7 to 9 at roughly 440 knots cruise. A midsize jet charter from Atlanta at $5,200 to $7,800 per hour covers 7 to 9 seats. That band is wider than the light jet band because midsize cabins and baggage bays vary so much between airframes. Two aircraft in the same class can differ by 40 cubic feet of baggage space or seven feet of cabin length, and the quote reflects it.
Nonstop range near 2,100 nautical miles puts most of the country within reach from Atlanta. The class standard is about 2,100 nm, so Los Angeles at 1,683 nm fits with room to spare and takes 4h 19m. Atlanta's position as a Southeast hub means a midsize can cover the Northeast, Midwest, Texas, and both coasts without a fuel stop. When a route passes the range limit, then the operator must plan a stop and the quote adds a leg.
Every operator quoting here holds FAA Part 135 authority and keeps operational control of the flight. We act as a DOT Part 295 charter broker, which means we arrange the trip and the certificated operator flies it. No aircraft is owned by this site. That distinction matters when you compare prices: the operator sets the flight cost, and the broker's job is to match your route, headcount, and bags to the right airframe at the right price.
Cessna Citation XLS+
- 8 seats
- 441 kt cruise
- 2,100 nm range
- 90 cu ft baggage
The Cessna Citation XLS+ seats 8 and cruises at 441 knots with a 2,100 nm range, enough for Los Angeles at 1,683 nm. Its baggage bay holds 90 cubic feet, the largest here, so when a group travels with golf bags or ski equipment, then the XLS+ is the practical pick. The cabin is 5 ft 8 in tall and 18 ft 6 in long, a touch shorter than the Hawker's, which suits shorter legs where baggage volume beats cabin length.
Cessna Citation Latitude
- 9 seats
- 446 kt cruise
- 2,700 nm range
- 127 cu ft baggage
When a midsize jet fits the trip
- Groups of 7 to 9 travelers with checked bags fit the cabin and 50 to 90 cubic feet of baggage. If your party fills a light jet's seats and still has luggage, then the midsize solves the problem without moving up to a large cabin.
- Nonstop routes up to about 2,100 nm such as Atlanta to Los Angeles at 1,683 nm. When the trip is coast-to-coast and you want no fuel stop, then a midsize covers it in 4h 19m.
- Business day trips to Chicago, Dallas, or Washington where a 1h 30m to 1h 47m hop beats a security line and a connection. When the schedule is tight, then the midsize's 441 to 447 knot cruise keeps the day workable.
- Trips that need stand-up headroom for 8 passengers with a cabin 5 ft 8 in to 5 ft 9 in tall. When the flight runs past two hours, then the extra cabin length over a light jet shows up in comfort.
What the hourly band does not cover
The $5,200 to $7,800 hourly range is an estimate for flight time, and several cost lines sit outside it. Empty legs and one-way repositioning can change the price in either direction. When an aircraft has to fly to Atlanta without passengers to pick you up, then that repositioning time appears in the quote, and the same trip priced from the other end can come in lower.
International legs add customs formalities and CBP processing at the arrival airport, and those can carry fees. Taxes, segment fees, crew overnight costs, and de-icing in winter are itemized separately. When you compare two quotes on the same route, then check whether each one includes crew overnight and ground handling, because the base hourly figure alone does not tell the whole story. Every price on this page is an estimate, not a binding quote.
Midsize jet rates on leading routes
Sample midsize pricing from Atlanta shows the spread: Washington-Dulles-area trips run $7,500 to $11,000 at 1h 24m, while Los Angeles runs $22,500 to $33,500 at 4h 19m. Each figure is an estimate for the aircraft, not a quote. The distance and flight time drive most of the difference.
Midsize jet run times and rates by lane
A midsize jet serves these 24 routes in 0h 43m to 5h 33m, with one-way estimates ranging from $5,000 to $43,500.
| Route | Time | One-way estimate |
|---|---|---|
| New York → Atlanta | 1h 52m | $9,500–$14,500 |
| Los Angeles → Atlanta | 4h 19m | $22,500–$33,500 |
| Chicago → Atlanta | 1h 30m | $8,000–$11,500 |
| Dallas → Atlanta | 1h 47m | $9,500–$14,000 |
| Houston → Atlanta | 1h 44m | $9,000–$13,500 |
| Washington, DC → Atlanta | 1h 24m | $7,500–$11,000 |
| Boston → Atlanta | 2h 14m | $11,500–$17,500 |
| Philadelphia → Atlanta | 1h 43m | $9,000–$13,500 |
| Denver → Atlanta | 2h 46m | $14,500–$21,500 |
| Phoenix → Atlanta | 3h 34m | $18,500–$28,000 |
| San Francisco → Atlanta | 5h 27m+ stopover | $28,500–$42,500 |
| Seattle → Atlanta | 5h 33m+ stopover | $29,000–$43,500 |
| Las Vegas → Atlanta | 3h 54m | $20,500–$30,500 |
| Nashville → Atlanta | 0h 43m | $5,000–$8,000 |
| Charlotte → Atlanta | 0h 46m | $5,000–$8,000 |
| Orlando → Atlanta | 1h 09m | $6,000–$9,000 |
| Atlanta → Miami | 1h 33m | $8,000–$12,000 |
| Atlanta → New York | 1h 52m | $9,500–$14,500 |
| Atlanta → Los Angeles | 4h 19m | $22,500–$33,500 |
| Atlanta → Aspen | 2h 59m | $15,500–$23,500 |
| Atlanta → Nassau | 1h 50m | $9,500–$14,500 |
| Atlanta → Cabo San Lucas | 3h 48m | $20,000–$29,500 |
| Atlanta → Turks and Caicos | 2h 37m | $13,500–$20,500 |
| Atlanta → Palm Beach | 1h 27m | $7,500–$11,500 |
FAQ
What is the midsize jet charter cost from Atlanta per hour?
Midsize jet charter cost Atlanta pricing runs $5,200 to $7,800 per flight hour. That band covers aircraft seating 7 to 9 at about 440 knots. A 1h 24m hop to Washington prices at $7,500 to $11,000, so a short leg lands near the low end of the hourly band. These are estimates; the operator's quote is the binding figure.
How much does a midsize jet from Atlanta to New York cost?
About $9,500 to $14,500 for the 655 nm trip, which flies nonstop in 1h 52m. That works out to roughly 1.86 flight hours at the class hourly rate. The range of $5,000 on the same route reflects aircraft age, cabin configuration, and how far the jet has to reposition. Prices are estimates and change with date and availability.
Can a midsize jet fly Atlanta to Los Angeles nonstop?
Yes. The route is 1,683 nm, inside the class range of about 2,100 nm, and flies nonstop in 4h 19m. Expect $22,500 to $33,500 for the trip. Both the Hawker 800XP at 2,540 nm and the Citation XLS+ at 2,100 nm clear the distance. When the westbound headwind is strong, then the operator may plan fuel accordingly but the route still runs nonstop.
How many passengers fit on a midsize jet leaving Atlanta?
Seven to nine, depending on the airframe. The Hawker 800XP and Citation XLS+ each seat 8. The cabin stands 5 ft 8 in to 5 ft 9 in tall, and baggage holds 50 to 90 cubic feet. When your group is 7 or 8 with luggage, then a midsize is the natural step up from a light jet without paying for a large cabin.
Which Atlanta airports do midsize charters use?
Charter flights typically use the reliever fields around the city rather than Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International, the airline hub. Fulton County and DeKalb-Peachtree are the common general aviation choices, and the operator confirms the FBO and ramp fee before the trip. When your destination is inside the Perimeter, then a closer field can cut ground time. Ramp and handling fees are quoted separately from the hourly rate.
Does a midsize jet charter cost less on shorter Atlanta routes?
Yes, the flight time drives it. Washington at 461 nm prices at $7,500 to $11,000, while Chicago at 504 nm runs $8,000 to $11,500 and Dallas at 621 nm runs $9,500 to $14,000. Each estimate covers the aircraft and crew; taxes and fees are itemized. When you book a round trip, then the return leg can price differently because of repositioning.