Light jet charter
Light jets carry most of the private flights in Europe and the US. A Phenom 300 or Citation CJ4 seats six in comfort, flies at 450 knots and reaches nearly any city within three hours of home. Prices for light jet charter start at about $4,200 an hour.
This is the class we quote most often for London to Nice, Paris to Ibiza or New York to Palm Beach. If your group fits and the trip is short, paying for anything larger rarely changes the experience.
What light jets are best for
Light jets make the most sense for trips like these. They seat 6 to 7 and fly about 1,800 nautical miles nonstop.
- Groups of 4 to 6
- Trips up to 3 hours
- Most city pairs in Europe
- Good balance of price and speed
If your trip matches one of these, a light jet is usually the best value per seat. Your advisor will say so if a smaller jet would do.
Light jet limits to know
Before you charter a light jet, keep these limits in mind. None of them are a problem on the right trip.
- You cannot stand up inside
- Fuel stop on coast to coast flights
- Small lavatory
- Luggage: about 6 medium bags. Cabin height 4.9 ft.
Not sure the light jet is right? Tell us the route and group size, and we will compare it with the next size up and down.
Light jets you can charter
These are the light jets we charter most often. Hourly rates are typical ranges before fees, and every quote names the exact model and year of the aircraft.
| Model | Seats | Range | Speed | Cabin height | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 7 | 2,010 nm | 464 kts | 4.9 ft | $4,300 to $5,600 |
| Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 | 7 | 2,165 nm | 451 kts | 4.7 ft | $4,200 to $5,500 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 6 | 2,080 nm | 465 kts | 4.9 ft | $4,300 to $5,800 |
Open any model for full specifications, cabin size and the routes it flies nonstop. Older aircraft of the same model often cost less per hour.
Routes a light jet flies nonstop
Popular routes a light jet covers without a fuel stop. Each shows the flight time and an estimated one way price, updated November 2026.
- London to Paris 50 min, $4,500
- London to Nice 1 h 45 min, $8,000
- London to Geneva 1 h 25 min, $6,200
- London to Ibiza 2 h 15 min, $10,200
- London to Mallorca 2 h 10 min, $9,800
- London to Milan 1 h 40 min, $7,700
- London to Zurich 1 h 25 min, $6,500
- London to Cannes 1 h 45 min, $8,000
- London to Sardinia 2 h 15 min, $10,200
- London to Mykonos 3 h 50 min, $17,400
Longer trips are possible with one fuel stop, which adds about 45 minutes on the ground. The private jet cost calculator prices any route.
Compare nearby jet sizes
If the light jet is not quite right, the next size down or up usually is. Smaller jets cost less per hour, larger ones fly further with more room.
Very light jets
Two to four people, up to two hours. From $3,200 per hour.
Compare Larger, longer rangeMidsize jets
Stand up cabin, real lavatory, four hours. From $5,500 per hour.
CompareSee every class side by side on the private jet types and sizes page. It compares seats, range, speed and hourly rates.
Light jet charter questions
Answers about light jet charter, from the hourly cost to how many passengers fit. If your question is not here, an advisor will answer it in minutes.
How much does it cost to charter a light jet?
Most light jets charter for $4,200 to $5,800 per flight hour, before fees. Airport charges, crew costs and taxes typically add 7 to 14 percent. Expect a minimum of one hour per flight.
How many passengers fit in a light jet?
Usually 6 to 7, depending on the model and seating layout. Luggage space is about 6 medium bags.
How far can a light jet fly?
Around 1,800 nautical miles nonstop with typical passengers and reserves, at about 420 knots. That is roughly 4 h 15 min of flying.
Is a light jet right for my trip?
It suits groups of 4 to 6, trips up to 3 hours, most city pairs in Europe, good balance of price and speed. Keep in mind: you cannot stand up inside, fuel stop on coast to coast flights, small lavatory.
Still have a question? Call +1 844 442 1579 or send your trip and an advisor will answer within 30 minutes.
Charter a light jet
Tell us where and when. An advisor checks real aircraft, confirms the price and sends you two or three options.
- No fees for quotes and no membership
- Every operator checked against our safety standard
- One advisor from quote to landing, 24 hours a day
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