Empty miles to get the jet to you — and when inventory cancels that pain. Written for travelers researching private aviation through Private JetOne — asset-light brokerage, Part 135 operators, no membership required to request options.
Across recent desk conversations, about 14 of 20 first-time requesters over-index on hourly stickers and under-index on positioning, airport choice, and what’s included. This guide tightens that brief so options come back usable.
Reading the option sheet
Prefer options that list aircraft category, estimated block time, what is included, and cancellation terms. If ‘all-in’ is missing FET, handling, or Wi-Fi, ask before you compare totals.
What actually drives price
Hourly stickers are marketing shorthand. Real charter pricing is built from block time, positioning miles to get the aircraft to your departure, overnight or ferry legs, airport fees, and taxes. Two quotes on the same city pair can differ 20–40% when one assumes a local tail and the other ferries three hours empty.
How to brief a useful quote
Give airports (or city plus preferred field), date windows, passenger count, baggage or pets, and hard vs soft departure times. Vague briefs produce wide ranges that waste everyone’s time.
Indicative hourly bands (not a live quote)
| Cabin | Ballpark hourly (USD) | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| Light jet | $4,553–$5,753 | Short regional hops |
| Midsize | $5,809–$7,309 | Longer legs, more cabin |
| Heavy / long-range | $12,824–$15,824 | Ocean / large groups |
Live inventory and positioning change totals. Always request a mission-specific quote.
What to do next
- Define airports, date window, and passenger count.
- Ask for included fees: FET, handling, Wi-Fi, overnight, cancellation.
- Prefer transparent option sets over a single mystery total.
FAQ
Why do two brokers quote different prices for the same route?
Different aircraft categories, positioning assumptions, and what is included (FET, handling, Wi-Fi, overnight) produce different totals. Compare assumptions, not just the bottom line.
Is the hourly rate the final price?
No. Multiply block time carefully, then add positioning, fees, and taxes. One-ways often include empty miles unless inventory aligns.
Can you guarantee the lowest price?
No serious desk guarantees a lowest price without locking inventory. We aim for transparent options across operators when the mission allows.
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