Santa Barbara Private Jet Charter Service

Trusted Santa Barbara Jet Charter Service Since 2005
If you're looking for the ultimate private jet charter flights to or from Santa Barbara, California, Paramount Business Jets is the premier option you've been searching for. We specialize in personalized charter flights with access to over 15,000 private jets worldwide and thousands of private jet airports to get you closer to your final destination in style.
There are seven airports located within a convenient 50-mile radius of the city of Santa Barbara. The closest and most popular choice is the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), which is just eight miles away from the downtown area of the city. Also a convenient option, the Oxnard Airport (OXR) Shepherd Ranch Airport is just 32 miles away.
There are over 27 private jets available for hire within a 50imile radius of Santa Barbara city center. The popular charter aircraft in the Santa Barbara region include light jets (Learjet 35A, Citation II, and Hawker 400XP), midsize jets (Learjet 60, Hawker 800XP, and Gulfstream G150), and large jets (Challenger 604, Gulfstream IV, and Legacy 600).
We also have access to ultra-long-range jets such as the Global 6000, Falcon 7X, G-550 and more. At PBJ, we love to exceed your expectations by delivering quality aircraft and VIP services at the best price!
Contact one of our friendly and knowledgeable private aviation consultants by calling us on +1-877-727-2538 Ext. 1, sending us an email at charter@paramountbusinessjets.com or getting a quick quote online.
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How Much Does it Cost to Charter a Private Jet to or from Santa Barbara?
The cost of renting a private jet to or from Santa Barbara will depend on which aircraft you choose, how far you need to travel and how long you need to stay before you return, in addition to other factors.
For example, a private jet flight from Santa Barbara to San Diego on a very light jet with 4 passengers will cost around 4,000 USD, all in or a private jet flight from Santa Barbara to Denver on a midsize jet with 7 passengers will cost around 15,500 USD or a private jet flight from Santa Barbara to Miami on a large jet with 12 passengers will cost around 46,000 USD one way.
The average hourly rental rates of various private jets per flying hour are as follows.

Very Light Jets

Light Jets

Super Light Jets

Midsize Jets

Super Midsize Jets

Large Jets

Ultra Long Range Jets

VIP Airliners

Helicopters
Which Aircraft Category is Best for my Charter Flight to Santa Barbara?
Choosing the ideal aircraft for your Santa Barbara private jet charter is based on your comfort level, non-stop range, total passengers, the amount of luggage, as well as, the minimum runway required. Most Santa Barbara airports can accommodate charter jets of all sizes.
Here are the average specifications of private jets of all sizes:
AIRCRAFT CATEGORY |
PAX | RANGE (nm) |
CABIN HEIGHT (ft) |
BAGGAGE CAPACITY (ft³) |
MAX FLIGHT TIME (hr:min) |
VLJ | 2 - 4 | 700 - 1,400 | 4.2 - 4.9 | 15.8 - 65.3 | 2:45 - 3:15 |
Light | 6 - 7 | 1,100 - 1,900 | 4.1 - 5.0 | 6.3 - 88.2 | 2:45 - 5:30 |
Super Light | 7 - 8 | 1,700 - 1,900 | 4.1 - 5.0 | 50.0 - 85.0 | 4:00 - 5:30 |
Midsize | 8 - 9 | 1,300 - 3,000 | 4.8 - 5.9 | 30.7 - 150.0 | 2:30 - 8:00 |
Super Midsize | 8 - 10 | 2,400 - 4,000 | 5.7 - 6.3 | 50.0 - 155.0 | 5:30 - 8:00 |
Large | 10 - 16 | 3,600 - 6,000 | 5.9 - 6.2 | 115.0 - 317.8 | 3:00 - 13:00 |
Ultra Long Range | 12 - 16 | 2,500 - 6,700 | 6.0 - 6.4 | 140.0 - 325.0 | 10:00 - 17:00 |
VIP Airliner | 16 - 50 | 3,800 - 6,100 | 6.5 - 7.3 | 127.0 - 5,297.0 | 2:00 - 16:00 |
Helicopter | 3 - 8 | 200 - 650 | 3.9 - 6.0 | 0.00 - 88.3 | 1:15 - 4:00 |
Private Jets and Helicopters Available for Hire Near Santa Barbara
AIRCRAFT NAME | CATEGORY | YOM | SEATS | BAGGAGE SPACE |
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Phenom 100 | VLJ | 2009 | 4 | 61.45 ft³ / 1.74 m³ |
Beechjet 400A | Light | 1999 | 7 | 53.00 ft³ / 1.50 m³ |
Citation CJ1 | Light | 1998 | 5 | 55.00 ft³ / 1.56 m³ |
Citation CJ1 | Light | 1998 | 5 | 55.00 ft³ / 1.56 m³ |
Citation CJ2 | Light | 2003 | 6 | 65.00 ft³ / 1.84 m³ |
Citation CJ2 | Light | 2003 | 6 | 65.00 ft³ / 1.84 m³ |
Citation CJ3 | Light | 2006 | 7 | 14.83 ft³ / 0.42 m³ |
Citation CJ3 | Light | 2008 | 7 | 14.83 ft³ / 0.42 m³ |
Citation CJ3 | Light | 2005 | 6 | 14.83 ft³ / 0.42 m³ |
Citation CJ3+ | Light | 2018 | 7 | 65.00 ft³ / 1.84 m³ |
Citation Ultra | Light | 1996 | 6 | 26.00 ft³ / 0.74 m³ |
Astra SPX | Midsize | 1996 | 7 | 51.00 ft³ / 1.44 m³ |
Citation X | Midsize | 1997 | 8 | 82.00 ft³ / 2.32 m³ |
Hawker 800XP | Midsize | 2004 | 8 | 48.00 ft³ / 1.36 m³ |
Hawker 800XP | Midsize | 1997 | 8 | 48.00 ft³ / 1.36 m³ |
Learjet 60 | Midsize | 1997 | 8 | 48.00 ft³ / 1.36 m³ |
Challenger 300 | Super Midsize | 2007 | 9 | 105.94 ft³ / 3.00 m³ |
Citation X | Super Midsize | 2000 | 8 | 82.00 ft³ / 2.32 m³ |
Falcon 2000 | Super Midsize | 1999 | 9 | 130.66 ft³ / 3.70 m³ |
Falcon 2000EX | Super Midsize | 2003 | 9 | 131.00 ft³ / 3.71 m³ |
G200 | Super Midsize | 2000 | 9 | 150.00 ft³ / 4.25 m³ |
Hawker 1000 | Super Midsize | 1994 | 8 | 50.00 ft³ / 1.42 m³ |
Challenger 604 | Large | 2004 | 9 | 115.00 ft³ / 3.26 m³ |
Challenger 605 | Large | 2009 | 12 | 115.00 ft³ / 3.25 m³ |
G500 | Large | 2001 | 13 | 176.57 ft³ / 5.00 m³ |
Global 5000 | Large | 2006 | 15 | 195.00 ft³ / 5.52 m³ |
Santa Barbara Empty Leg Flights and Available Airport Options
Santa Barbara Airports within 100 Miles
- Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, KSBA, SBA, Santa Barbara, CA, United States
- Oxnard Airport, KOXR, OXR, Oxnard, CA, United States
- Camarillo Airport, KCMA, CMA, Camarillo, CA, United States
- Point Mugu Nas Airport, KNTD, NTD, Point Mugu, CA, United States
- Lompoc Airport, KLPC, LPC, Lompoc, CA, United States
- Vandenberg AFB Airport, KVBG, VBG, Lompoc, CA, United States
- Santa Maria Public Airport, KSMX, SMX, Santa Maria, CA, United States
- Van Nuys Airport, KVNY, VNY, Van Nuys, CA, United States
- Whiteman Airport, KWHP, WHP, Los Angeles, CA, United States
- Santa Monica Municipal Airport, KSMO, SMO, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Santa Barbara Weather
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Max Temp | 18 °C, 65 °F | 20 °C, 68 °F | 18 °C, 64 °F | 17 °C, 62 °F | 19 °C, 67 °F |
Min Temp | 10 °C, 49 °F | 9 °C, 48 °F | 9 °C, 48 °F | 6 °C, 43 °F | 8 °C, 46 °F |
Wind Direction | 137 ° SE | 185 ° S | 128 ° SE | 179 ° S | 219 ° SW |
Wind Speed | 11 km/h, 7 m | 8 km/h, 5 m | 11 km/h, 7 m | 11 km/h, 7 m | 15 km/h, 9 m |
Santa Barbara City Overview
Nestled against the Santa Ynez Mountains overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Santa Barbara is a jewel of the California coast. With its warm climate year-round, natural beauty surroundings, mountainous scenery, and Spanish architecture, Santa Barbara attracts wealthy residents and eager tourists. The downtown area features a beautiful blend of restored 19th-century adobes and Mission Revival architecture.
Santa Barbara's famous sights are the Santa Barbara County Courthouse, the Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation, the Arlington Theater, the Granada Theater, the El Paseo Theatre, and the Lobero Theater. The most popular attraction in Santa Barbara is Stearns Wharf, the oldest operating wharf on the West Coast and home to fine restaurants, shops, and exhibits.
Often referred to as "American Riviera", Santa Barbara has many palm trees and exotic plants line along the streets. For its town size, Santa Barbara offers a variety of cultural events and annual festivals including the Fiesta, the Santa Barbara Arts and Crafts Show, the Santa Barbara International Film Festival, and the Summer Solstice Parade.