Jet charter San Diego to Seattle
A jet charter San Diego to Seattle covers 894 nautical miles nonstop. Light jets fly it in about 2 hours 29 minutes. This page explains the aircraft, the airports and the pricing.
San Diego to Seattle jet rates by aircraft
A private jet from San Diego to Seattle goes 894 nautical miles in 2h 29m on a light jet, estimated at $9,500–$14,500 one way.Every class below flies the route nonstop; no fuel stop is needed at this distance. Times are block times in still air, and prices are estimates per aircraft, one way, before positioning. Compare the columns against your passenger count and baggage, then read why the light jet wins on this leg.
| 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 flies 894 nautical miles nonstop in about 2 hours 29 minutes and carries five to seven passengers, which matches most parties on this route. The HondaJet Elite II and Citation CJ4 Gen2 both hold full bags for a week-long trip at this distance.
Midsize and super-midsize jets buy you cabin height and a little speed, but they quote about $12,500 to $23,000 here, and the time saved over the light jet is minutes. A turboprop is the cheapest option at $7,500 to $12,000 and still flies nonstop, though the trip stretches to 3 hours 26 minutes. Heavy jets quote $22,000 to $33,500 and make sense only when the group is large.
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 San Diego
San Diego sends charter flights from McClellan-Palomar in Carlsbad and San Diego International; Palomar's 4,897-foot runway suits light and midsize jets, while SAN's 9,401-foot runway handles anything in the fleet. Your operator confirms which field fits the assigned aircraft.
Allow 15 to 20 minutes from curb to cabin at either field; there is no terminal queue for a private departure. If your party is spread across La Jolla, Del Mar and downtown, Palomar is usually the shorter drive for the northern half.
Arriving in Seattle
Boeing Field sits about 4 miles south of downtown Seattle and takes jets on its 10,007-foot runway, which puts you closer to the city than the commercial terminal. Paine Field in Everett is the north-end option for Snohomish County and the Microsoft corridor.
Seattle-Tacoma International has the longest runway at 11,901 feet and is the fallback when weather or traffic pushes a flight there. Bremerton National across the water handles smaller aircraft on 6,000 feet. Ask which arrival field your quote assumes before you compare prices.
| Airport | Code | Runway |
|---|---|---|
| McClellan-Palomar Airport | KCRQ / CLD | 4,897 ft |
| San Diego International Airport | KSAN / SAN | 9,401 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 prices peak on this route
Summer and the December holidays are the tightest windows for a jet charter San Diego to Seattle, when Seattle-bound demand from California rises and aircraft reposition north for cruise season. Book 3 to 4 weeks out in July and August if your dates are fixed.
Same-day round trips are workable on this leg because the flight is short: two light-jet legs plus ground time fit inside one crew duty day. Shorter notice, weekend departures and one-way positioning all move the estimate, so lock the date early when you can.
Private jet routes similar to San Diego 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 a jet charter San Diego to Seattle take?
A light jet flies the 894-nautical-mile route in about 2 hours 29 minutes nonstop. A midsize jet takes roughly 2 hours 26 minutes, and a super-midsize or heavy jet about 2 hours 18 minutes. A turboprop covers the same distance in 3 hours 26 minutes. Add taxi time at both ends when you plan the door-to-door schedule.
What does a jet charter San Diego to Seattle cost?
Light jets quote about $9,500 to $14,500 one way, which is the range most parties land in. Midsize runs $12,500 to $19,000, super-midsize $16,500 to $23,000, and heavy jets $22,000 to $33,500. Turboprops start near $7,500. These are estimates; the operator's final quote depends on aircraft, date and positioning.
Do I need a fuel stop between San Diego and Seattle?
No. The distance is 894 nautical miles, or 1,029 statute miles, and every class on this page flies it nonstop. The light jets in the fleet have ranges of 1,550 and 2,165 nautical miles, so the leg uses well under their limits. Wind and weather can change routing, but a fuel stop is not expected.
Which Seattle airport will my flight use?
Boeing Field is the usual arrival, with a 10,007-foot runway about 4 miles from downtown. Paine Field in Everett serves the north end on 9,010 feet, and Seattle-Tacoma International has 11,901 feet when needed. Bremerton National takes smaller aircraft on 6,000 feet. Your operator assigns the field that fits the aircraft and your destination.
Can I fly San Diego to Seattle and back the same day?
Yes, on most dates. The nonstop leg is under 2.5 hours in a light jet, so a morning northbound and an afternoon return fit inside one crew duty day. You will pay for both legs plus any waiting time, and the operator confirms the schedule. Ask for the round-trip estimate when you request the quote.
Who arranges and operates a jet charter San Diego to Seattle?
The flight is flown by an operator holding FAA Part 135 authority, and that operator keeps operational control of the aircraft and crew. A broker arranging the trip acts as your agent under DOT Part 295 and does not own the aircraft. Ask for the operator's name and certificate before you sign, and confirm insurance and crew duty limits.