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Charter a
Light Jet

Light jets are the workhorses of short and medium range private travel. They bring genuine jet speed and a stand up optional cabin to regional trips with a small group.

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Typical guests
5 to 7
Cabin dependent
Cruise speed
Approx 415 kt
Typical for the class
Range envelope
Approx 1,200 to 2,000 nm
Varies by aircraft
Indicative / hr
$2,400
Lower bound, varies
The aircraft

What the light jet class is for

A light jet suits trips of a few hundred to roughly two thousand miles with a small party. They use shorter runways than larger jets, which keeps a wide choice of airports open, and they remain economical to charter.

This class is the sweet spot when you want jet pace for a regional trip without the cost of a midsize cabin. For longer routes or larger groups a midsize jet is the better fit. Cabin and range vary by aircraft, so confirm the type at quote.

Typical guests5 to 7
Typical rangeApprox 1,200 to 2,000 nm
Cruise speedApprox 415 kt
Representative aircraftEmbraer Phenom 300, Citation CJ3
Best forShort to medium trips with a small party
Indicative cost

What it costs to charter

$2,400 to $3,900
Indicative 2026 range
Per flight hour, varies with availability and routing

Charter is quoted by the trip rather than the hour. A firm quote reflects the actual routing, any repositioning of the aircraft, landing and handling fees, crew expenses, applicable taxes, and the specific aircraft offered on your dates. Treat the hourly band above as a planning guide only and confirm the all in price before you book.

The fleet

Representative aircraft in this class

These are representative examples, not a fixed fleet. The right aircraft depends on your route, your group size, and the runway. An advisor confirms which aircraft suits your trip when preparing your quote.

Embraer Phenom 300 Cessna Citation CJ3 Cessna Citation M2 Bombardier Learjet 75 Pilatus PC-24 HondaJet HA-420
Before you book

How to vet the flight

Ask whether you are dealing with the operator that holds the air operator certificate for the aircraft or with a broker arranging the flight on your behalf. Both can serve you well, but you should know which one you are talking to and who carries the operational responsibility.

Confirm the operator safety rating and insurance, the tail number, age and cabin configuration of the actual aircraft on offer, and exactly what the quote includes. A reputable partner will answer all of this in writing before you commit. Send us your dates and we will return a clear comparison.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

What does a Charter aLight Jet charter cost?

Pricing is quoted by the trip as an indicative range that varies with the aircraft, availability, and routing. Share your route and dates for a tailored quote within the hour.

How are charter prices set?

Prices are indicative ranges that vary with the aircraft, availability, and routing. They are not live quotes. A tailored quotation is returned within the hour.

How quickly will I get a quote?

A dedicated advisor reviews every enquiry and typically replies within the hour with indicative pricing and aircraft options.

Request your Light Jet charter quote

A dedicated charter advisor will check current availability of this aircraft and comparable options on your route, then return a tailored quotation within the hour.

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