Turboprop private jet pricing
Turboprop private jet pricing usually falls between $2,200 and $3,500 an hour. A Los Angeles to Las Vegas trip on a turboprop runs about $2,000 to $3,500. The sections below show what moves the quote and how to read it.
- $2,200–$3,500per flight hour
- 6-8passengers
- 1,500 nmusual reach
Turboprop private jet pricing is quoted here as an hourly range of $2,200 to $3,500 plus the costs that follow the trip. The quoted hourly band of $2,200 to $3,500 covers the aircraft and crew for the day. On a turboprop, the engines drive a propeller, which is why the class cruises near 300 knots and lands at smaller fields than a jet. That slower cruise changes the math on long legs, so the trip length you actually need matters more than the hourly figure alone. A 300-knot cruise keeps turboprop private jet pricing lowest on hops under about 1,500 nautical miles.
Two things drive most of the variance in a quote. The first is how long the aircraft is away from base, because a turboprop is priced around its day, not just its airborne time. The second is the airport: a field with a short runway and a modest terminal can shave time on the ground, but it may also mean repositioning the aircraft from somewhere else. When the departure airport is closer to the passenger than the operator's base, the positioning cost enters the estimate. Ask for the aircraft's home base before you compare two quotes side by side. Operators fly under FAA Part 135, and the broker you talk to arranges the trip as an agent under DOT Part 295.
Pilatus PC-12 NGX
- 6 seats
- 290 kt cruise
- 1,800 nm range
- 40 cu ft baggage
The Pilatus PC-12 NGX seats 6 and cruises at 290 knots, also with a range of 1,800 nautical miles. The cabin is 4 ft 10 in tall and 16 ft 11 in long, and baggage holds 40 cu ft. For a party of four to six, the PC-12 NGX often quotes lower than the King Air on the same route. Its single-engine layout is common on regional charter, and the cabin is comfortable for the shorter legs in the sample table.
Daher TBM 960
- 6 seats
- 330 kt cruise
- 1,730 nm range
- 32 cu ft baggage
When a turboprop fits the trip
- On the Los Angeles to Las Vegas leg of 199 nautical miles, a turboprop quote lands at $2,000 to $3,500 for the 1h 00m flight. That is the shortest sample here and the clearest case for the class.
- The New York to Miami route covers 949 nautical miles in 3h 37m, priced at $8,000 to $12,500. A nonstop of that length suits the 6-8 passenger cabin and the baggage space of either aircraft.
- Los Angeles to San Francisco runs 279 nautical miles in 1h 17m at $3,000 to $4,500, a route where the turboprop's speed matters little.
- New York to Palm Beach, 902 nautical miles in 3h 27m, prices at $7,500 to $12,000 and fits the same travel day as the Miami run.
What these estimates leave out
Every figure on this page is an estimate, not a quote, and the final price is set by the operator flying the trip. Taxes, segment fees, crew overnight costs and de-icing in winter can sit outside the hourly band. International flights add customs and border clearance, and passengers should carry identification that satisfies CBP. If a trip crosses into busy airspace or a major event weekend, then the aircraft may need to be booked further ahead and the price can rise accordingly.
Turboprops are slower than jets, so a route like New York to Los Angeles at 2,129 nautical miles takes 8h 30m and requires a stop, priced at $18,500 to $30,000. When the trip is long enough to need a fuel stop, then a jet usually makes more sense than a turboprop on time. For shorter routes the class holds its own. The broker arranges the flight; the operator, certificated under FAA Part 135, holds operational control.
Turboprop prices on popular routes
Sample turboprop estimates for common US routes, with flight time and the price band you can expect to see. Prices are estimates and move with date, direction and how full the aircraft is. International legs add customs clearance through CBP.
Turboprop charter times and prices per route
A turboprop covers these 16 routes in 0h 35m to 8h 30m, with single-leg estimates from $2,000 to $30,000.
| Route | Time | One-way estimate |
|---|---|---|
| New York → Miami | 3h 37m | $8,000–$12,500 |
| New York → Los Angeles | 8h 30m + stop | $18,500–$30,000 |
| Los Angeles → Las Vegas | 1h 00m | $2,000–$3,500 |
| New York → Palm Beach | 3h 27m | $7,500–$12,000 |
| Los Angeles → San Francisco | 1h 17m | $3,000–$4,500 |
| New York → Aspen | 6h 19m + stop | $14,000–$22,000 |
| Los Angeles → Aspen | 2h 31m | $5,500–$9,000 |
| New York → The Hamptons | 0h 35m | $2,000–$3,500 |
| Chicago → New York | 2h 28m | $5,500–$8,500 |
| Dallas → Houston | 1h 02m | $2,500–$3,500 |
| Miami → Nassau | 0h 52m | $2,000–$3,500 |
| New York → Boston | 0h 51m | $2,000–$3,500 |
| Washington, DC → New York | 0h 59m | $2,000–$3,500 |
| Los Angeles → Cabo San Lucas | 3h 08m | $7,000–$11,000 |
| Dallas → Las Vegas | 3h 32m | $8,000–$12,500 |
| Chicago → Miami | 3h 53m | $8,500–$13,500 |
Questions
What is turboprop private jet pricing per hour in 2026?
Turboprop private jet pricing runs from $2,200 to $3,500 an hour in 2026, depending on the aircraft, the operator and the day. The band reflects the aircraft and crew for the trip, not a per-seat fare. A short hop like Los Angeles to Las Vegas prices at $2,000 to $3,500 for the whole aircraft, while longer legs scale up with time and positioning. Always treat the hourly figure as an estimate until an operator confirms the tail number.
How much does a turboprop charter cost from New York to Miami?
A turboprop from New York to Miami covers 949 nautical miles in 3h 37m and prices at roughly $8,000 to $12,500. The figure is an estimate and depends on the aircraft chosen and the date of travel. That route is nonstop, which keeps the cost closer to the hourly band. If you need to be in Miami for a specific morning, then booking earlier usually gives you more aircraft to choose from at the lower end of the range.
Is a turboprop cheaper than a light jet on the same route?
On short routes, a turboprop often quotes below a light jet, because the class cruises at about 300 knots and is built for shorter fields. On a 199-nautical-mile leg like Los Angeles to Las Vegas, the turboprop band is $2,000 to $3,500. On longer routes the slower cruise adds hours and the advantage fades. Compare both classes on your actual route and date rather than assuming one is always less expensive.
How many passengers fit on a turboprop private charter?
Most turboprops in this class carry 6 to 8 passengers. The Beechcraft King Air 350i seats 8, and the Pilatus PC-12 NGX seats 6. Baggage space differs too, with 55 cu ft on the King Air and 40 cu ft on the PC-12 NGX. For a group of eight with luggage, the King Air is the more realistic fit. For four passengers on a short leg, the PC-12 NGX can be the more economical choice.
Can a turboprop fly New York to Los Angeles nonstop?
No. At 2,129 nautical miles, New York to Los Angeles exceeds the 1,500-nautical-mile typical range of the class. The trip takes about 8h 30m with a fuel stop and prices at $18,500 to $30,000. When a route needs a stop, then the extra time and cost usually favor a jet instead. A turboprop makes better sense on legs under about 1,500 nautical miles, where it can fly nonstop.
What else affects turboprop charter pricing besides the hourly rate?
Positioning, taxes, crew overnight costs and seasonal demand all sit around the $2,200 to $3,500 hourly band. International legs add CBP clearance and require valid travel documents. Busy event weekends can tighten aircraft availability, and de-icing appears in winter quotes. The broker arranges the trip under DOT Part 295 as an agent, and the FAA Part 135 operator sets the final price and holds operational control. Ask for a full breakdown before you compare two estimates.