Turboprop
Pilatus PC-12, King Air 350
- Seats
- 6–9
- Range
- ≈ 1,800 nm
- Est. hourly
- $1,800–3,200
Private jet charter · US and worldwide
Private jet charter, with every operator checked before you fly.
Tell us the trip. We compare aircraft from FAA Part 135 operators, check each one against our standard, and send you options with an all-in price.
- Part 135 certificate verified
- Audit status listed on the quote
- Insurance certificate on file
Part 135 operators only
Every option comes from an FAA Part 135 operator or a foreign equivalent, named on your quote.
All-in pricing
Quotes include the 7.5% federal excise tax, segment fees and the costs we know about up front.
One advisor, start to finish
The person who quotes your trip stays with it through booking, flight day and landing.
No membership or deposit to ask
Requesting a quote is free. No sign-up, no card on file, no commitment.
The vetting standard
Six checks before an aircraft reaches your quote
A quote is only as good as the operator behind it. These are the checks we run on every operator and aircraft we put in front of you. They are also the questions worth asking of any quote, ours included.
How we vet operators- Air carrier certificateFAA Part 135 certificate, or the foreign equivalent, confirmed for the operator that will fly you.
- Aircraft on the certificateThe aircraft we propose is listed on that operator's operations specifications.
- Third-party auditsARGUS, Wyvern or IS-BAO status noted on the quote, so you see it before you choose.
- InsuranceA current certificate of insurance with liability limits suited to the aircraft and the trip.
- Crew qualificationsPilots trained and current on the aircraft type, with duty and rest limits planned around your schedule.
- A clear agreementThe charter agreement names the operator in operational control before you pay anything.
Aircraft
Choose the right cabin for the trip
Five categories cover most trips. The figures are typical for US charter; the specific aircraft and operator set the exact numbers. Compare all specifications
Light jet
Phenom 300E, Citation CJ4, Learjet 75
- Seats
- 6–8
- Range
- 2,000–2,150 nm
- Est. hourly
- $3,500–5,500
Midsize jet
Citation XLS+
- Seats
- 7–9
- Range
- ≈ 2,100 nm
- Est. hourly
- $4,500–7,000
Super-midsize
Challenger 350, Citation Longitude, Praetor 600
- Seats
- 8–10
- Range
- 3,200–4,000 nm
- Est. hourly
- $6,500–9,500
Large cabin
Gulfstream G450, Challenger 650, Falcon 2000LXS
- Seats
- 10–16
- Range
- 4,000–4,300 nm
- Est. hourly
- $8,500–13,000
Hourly figures are estimates for US charter before taxes and fees. Range is the typical maximum with reserves; passengers, bags and winds reduce it.
How it works
From request to wheels-up
One advisor handles your trip from the first message to landing, and every decision is made with the facts in front of you.
Send the trip
Route, dates, passengers and anything special: pets, skis, a tight connection. It takes about a minute.
We vet and compare
We source aircraft from Part 135 operators, check each against our standard and drop any that fall short.
Choose with the facts
Each option shows the aircraft, the operator, its audit status and an all-in price.
Sign and fly
You sign a charter agreement naming the operator, and your advisor confirms every detail before departure.
Safety audits
What ARGUS, Wyvern and IS-BAO actually tell you
Third-party audits go beyond the FAA minimum. They are voluntary, so an operator without one is not automatically unsafe, but a current audit is a signal you can verify. Here is how to read them on a quote.
| Standard | What is reviewed | What you see |
|---|---|---|
| FAA Part 135 | Required for every US charter operator: certificate, operations specifications, training and maintenance programmes. | Operator name and certificate on the agreement |
| ARGUS | Safety history, pilot and aircraft records; higher ratings add an on-site audit. | Gold, Gold+ or Platinum |
| Wyvern | On-site audit of safety management, training, maintenance and operations. | Wyvern Wingman |
| IS-BAO | Safety management system maturity against the international business aviation code. | Stage 1, 2 or 3 |
Popular routes
Where travellers fly with us
Typical flight times and aircraft for routes we are asked about most. Choose one to start a request with the airports filled in.
TEB to DJT
Teterboro to Palm Beach
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HPN to MIA
Westchester to Miami
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VNY to SJD
Van Nuys to Los Cabos
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DAL to ASE
Dallas Love to Aspen
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BOS to ACK
Boston to Nantucket
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LTN to GVA
London Luton to Geneva
Request this routeStandards
Brokers arrange. Operators fly. Here is why that matters.
In the United States, anyone selling a charter flight must place you with a certificated air carrier. Under FAA Part 135 the operator holds operational control: it is responsible for the aircraft, the crew, the maintenance and every decision to fly. Our job is to choose that operator carefully and to tell you exactly who it is.
Crews work within legal duty and rest limits, so a long day may need a second crew or an overnight. We plan that in when we quote, rather than discovering it on the morning of the flight.
Read our standards
Are you an airline or an aircraft operator?
No. Best Private Jet Company is an air charter broker. We arrange your flight with an FAA Part 135 operator, or a foreign equivalent, that holds operational control of the aircraft. The operator is named on your quote and on the charter agreement before you pay.
How do you check an operator?
We confirm the air carrier certificate, that the proposed aircraft is listed on it, the operator's third-party audit status, its insurance and its crew qualifications. Options that fall short never reach your quote. The full standard is on How we vet operators.
What does an all-in quote include?
Flight time, any repositioning, the 7.5% federal excise tax on domestic US flights, segment fees, and the landing, handling, crew and overnight costs known when we quote. De-icing, catering and Wi-Fi are listed when they apply, so the number you approve is the number you pay unless the trip changes.
Is there a membership fee or deposit before I can see prices?
No. Requesting a quote is free and does not commit you to anything. Payment is only due once you choose an option and sign the charter agreement.
Can I bring my dog?
Many operators accept dogs and cats in the cabin once they have approved the trip. Tell us the size and number of pets in your request, and check the entry rules if you are flying abroad.
How far ahead should I book?
For holidays, ski season and big events, earlier is better because the best-suited aircraft book up first. Shorter-notice trips are often possible; availability decides.
What happens if the aircraft has a problem before my trip?
Your charter agreement sets out the operator's obligations. We look for a replacement aircraft that meets the same standard, and credits or refunds follow the terms of the agreement.
Resources
Guides for careful travellers
ResourcesHow to check a charter operator before you book
Five records to ask for, where to verify them, and the answers that should make you pause.
ResourcesARGUS, Wyvern and IS-BAO: what the safety audits mean
Three audit programmes, what each one reviews, and how to read a rating on a quote.
ResourcesEleven contract terms to read before you pay a deposit
The clauses in a charter agreement that decide what happens when plans or weather change.
Request a quote
Tell us about the trip
Share the basics and we will come back by email with vetted options and an all-in price.
- An advisor reviews your trip and checks which suitable aircraft are available.
- You receive options showing the operator, aircraft, audit status and all-in price.
- Choose one and sign the charter agreement. We handle the rest.