Jet charter Denver to Seattle
Jet charter Denver to Seattle is a 894 nm run. Light jet estimates start around $9,500 each way. This page covers airports, timings and pricing.
Denver to Seattle jet rates by aircraft
A private jet from Denver to Seattle goes 894 nautical miles in 2h 29m on a light jet, estimated at $9,500–$14,500 one way.Five aircraft classes fly this route nonstop. Times below are airborne estimates and prices are per-leg estimates, not quotes, so treat the ranges as planning numbers. Runway lengths at each arrival airport are listed so you can see which fields take which aircraft.
| Aircraft class | Flight time | One-way estimate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | 3h 26m | $7,500–$12,000 | Nonstop |
| Light jet | 2h 29m | $9,500–$14,500 | Best fit |
| Midsize jet | 2h 26m | $12,500–$19,000 | Nonstop |
| Super-midsize jet | 2h 18m | $16,500–$23,000 | Nonstop |
| Heavy jet | 2h 18m | $22,000–$33,500 | Nonstop |
Per-aircraft ballparks, not per seat, before federal excise tax and segment fees. Duration covers taxi, climb and descent.
Why a light jet fits this trip
A light jet is the fit here. The leg sits near 894 nm, inside the 1,550 nm range of a HondaJet Elite II and well inside the 2,165 nm range of a Citation CJ4 Gen2, so both models make Seattle nonstop with fuel to spare. Cruise speeds of 422 to 451 knots put the flight at about 2h 29m and keep the price in the $9,500 to $14,500 band.
Midsize and super-midsize jets cut that to roughly 2h 26m and 2h 18m, but you pay $12,500 to $23,000 for a few minutes. Turboprops stretch the trip past three hours for $7,500 to $12,000. With five to seven seats in the light cabin, that is the sensible trade unless your party is larger.
Embraer Phenom 300E
- 7 seats
- 464 kt cruise
- 2,010 nm range
Cabin 4 ft 11 in tall, 17 ft 2 in long. Baggage 84 cu ft.
Pilatus PC-24
- 8 seats
- 440 kt cruise
- 2,000 nm range
Cabin 5 ft 1 in tall, 23 ft long. Baggage 90 cu ft.
Leaving from the Denver side
Departures can use Centennial Airport with its 10,001 ft runway or Denver International with 16,000 ft; your operator picks based on aircraft weight and the day's density altitude. Centennial sits south of the city and suits most light jets.
Summer heat matters on this end. High temperatures thin the air, and a light jet leaving a mile-high field on a hot afternoon may face a payload or fuel trade. If you book an early departure in July or August, then you reduce the chance of a weight restriction.
Arriving on the Seattle side
Boeing Field gives you a 10,007 ft runway about four miles from downtown Seattle, which is why most light jets land there. Paine Field in Everett has 9,010 ft and serves the north end, including Boeing's widebody plant.
Bremerton National has 6,000 ft across the water and takes lighter aircraft. Seattle–Tacoma runs 11,901 ft and handles the heaviest arrivals. When you land at Boeing Field, then you are a short drive from downtown hotels and the waterfront, cutting the last leg of the trip.
| Airport | Code | Runway |
|---|---|---|
| Centennial Airport | KAPA / APA | 10,001 ft |
| Denver International Airport | KDEN / DEN | 16,000 ft |
| King County International Airport - Boeing Field | KBFI / BFI | 10,007 ft |
| Seattle Paine Field International Airport | KPAE / PAE | 9,010 ft |
| Bremerton National Airport | KPWT / PWT | 6,000 ft |
| Seattle–Tacoma International Airport | KSEA / SEA | 11,901 ft |
When Denver to Seattle charter prices
Summer weekends and the weeks around major Seattle events fill light jets first, and the same aircraft that quotes at the low end on a Tuesday can sit at the top of the range on a Friday in July. Mountain weather on both ends adds buffer time, so build slack into same-day plans.
If your trip is a same-day round trip, then expect to pay for two legs and a crew day; plan on the aircraft waiting rather than repositioning. Book two to three weeks out for peak dates and ask about empty legs, since a jet already repositioning to Seattle can price below the range shown.
Private jet routes similar to Denver to Seattle
Each of these 6 private jet routes is 595 to 1,452 nautical miles. One-way light jet estimates run $6,500 to $26,500.
Questions about this route
How long does jet charter Denver to Seattle take?
A light jet flies the route in about 2h 29m nonstop. Super-midsize and heavy jets make it in about 2h 18m, and a turboprop takes roughly 3h 26m. Those are airborne times, so add taxi and boarding on each end. Watch mountain weather in winter, when routing or delays can push the block time up.
What does jet charter Denver to Seattle cost?
Light jet estimates run $9,500 to $14,500 for the one-way leg. Midsize sits at $12,500 to $19,000, super-midsize at $16,500 to $23,000, heavy at $22,000 to $33,500, and turboprops at $7,500 to $12,000. These are estimates based on 894 nm; your quote depends on date, aircraft and crew, so ask for a firm number.
Can I fly nonstop from Denver to Seattle on a light jet?
Yes. The leg is 894 nm, and light jets such as the HondaJet Elite II at 1,550 nm range and the Citation CJ4 Gen2 at 2,165 nm cover it nonstop. Book a morning departure in summer so heat and high elevation at Denver do not force a fuel stop or a lighter passenger load.
Which Seattle airport will my flight use?
Most light jets land at Boeing Field, which has a 10,007 ft runway and sits about four miles from downtown. Paine Field in Everett has 9,010 ft and suits the north side. Seattle–Tacoma, with 11,901 ft, takes the heaviest jets, and Bremerton National's 6,000 ft works for lighter aircraft.
Who operates the aircraft on this route?
The operator does. Flights are flown by FAA Part 135 operators who hold operational control, and this service arranges the trip as a DOT Part 295 charter broker acting as your agent. That means the safety and crew responsibility sit with the operator; we match your date and budget to aircraft that fit the route.
How does charter time compare with flying commercial?
Nonstop commercial flights do exist from Denver to Seattle, but add check-in, security and baggage claim on each end. A light jet removes the terminal time at both airports, and Boeing Field puts you close to downtown. Driving the 1,029 miles would take well over a day, so charter suits a same-day meeting or a tight weekend.