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Private Jet Charter
Private jet charter is booking an entire aircraft with its crew for your trip, on demand and on your schedule, with competitive all-inclusive pricing and wheels up in as little as 4 hours.
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What Is Private Jet Charter?
Private jet charter, also called private jet rental, is booking an entire aircraft with its crew for your trip, on your schedule, priced per flight hour rather than per seat. You fly point-to-point from private terminals, often into airports that commercial airlines don't serve, with no security lines, no layovers, and a departure time you choose. Charter is on-demand: you pay only for the trips you actually take, with no membership, no share to purchase, and no long-term commitment.
Paramount Business Jets is an independent charter broker. We don't own aircraft. Instead, we source the right one for each trip from a vetted network of operators and make them compete for your flight, then pass the savings to you. Charter costs $2,300 to $17,000 per flight hour for most aircraft, and $18,000 to $23,000 for VIP airliners; for a full breakdown, see our private jet rental cost page.
How Private Jet Charter Works
Private jet charter works on an on-demand, pay-per-trip basis. You can call to speak with an experienced aviation advisor, or request a quick online quote for an instant ballpark estimate that also gives our team what they need to start sourcing aircraft. When you decide to move forward, your advisor, drawing on real-time sourcing technology and more than 20 years of operator relationships, assembles the best available aircraft options for your trip, including empty legs when one fits your route and timing. You approve a single all-inclusive quote before you fly. There is no aircraft to buy, no share to own, and no annual commitment; the entire arrangement exists only for your trip.
Because Paramount is an independent broker rather than a single operator, your advisor can draw on more than 4,000 vetted aircraft from operators worldwide and invite them to bid for your mission. That competition is what keeps charter pricing honest: instead of paying one company's fixed rate, you receive the best available market price for the exact aircraft your trip needs. Your advisor handles operator vetting, scheduling, catering, and ground transport, so the whole trip comes down to approving one quote and one itinerary, not coordinating every detail across multiple operators and vendors.
What Aircraft Can You Charter?
You can charter any category of private aircraft, from turboprops and very light jets for short regional hops up to large-cabin, ultra-long-range jets and VIP airliners for intercontinental travel. The right category depends on your group size, distance, and budget: a midsize jet is ideal for a coast-to-coast business trip, while a large or ultra-long-range cabin is built for transatlantic missions with a flight attendant on board.
In brief, the categories are turboprops and very light jets (short trips, smaller groups), light and super-light jets (2-to-4-hour regional flights), midsize and super-midsize jets (transcontinental range and stand-up cabins), large and ultra-long-range jets (transatlantic range, flight attendants, up to roughly 14-16 passengers), and VIP airliners (executive cabins seating up to 50). Your advisor matches the most efficient aircraft to your route so you aren't paying for range or cabin you won't use. You can compare aircraft side by side or browse all aircraft types, and for hourly rates and passenger capacities by category, see our private jet rental cost page.
How Much Does It Cost to Charter a Private Jet?
Chartering a private jet costs $2,300 to $17,000 per flight hour for most aircraft, and $18,000 to $23,000 per hour for VIP airliners. Charter is priced per aircraft, not per passenger, so the total is the same whether you fill two seats or twelve. Your quote is all-inclusive: aircraft, crew, fuel, and insurance are built into the hourly rate, with government taxes and trip logistics shown on top, so there are no surprise charges after the flight.
Your final price depends on aircraft category, flight time, route, and timing. Our dedicated private jet rental cost page has the complete breakdown: hourly rates by aircraft, estimated costs for popular routes, taxes and fees, one-way versus round-trip pricing, and exactly what's included, all kept current from live operator quotes.
What's Included in Your Private Jet Charter
Every Paramount charter includes more than the flight. Your all-inclusive quote covers the aircraft, crew, fuel, insurance, and government taxes and fees. Your dedicated advisor then coordinates the surrounding details: a 100-point advisory, a pre-departure safety review of the aircraft and operator, ground transport at both ends, catering to your preferences, and any itinerary changes along the way. You work with one advisor, your single point of contact from first call to final landing, available 24/7, rather than a call center.
What you won't find are hidden fees. All predictable costs are included in your quote up front; the only post-flight charges are genuinely as-incurred items, such as de-icing in winter or a pet-cleaning fee, which your advisor flags in advance. For how these costs are structured in detail, see our rental cost page.
Types of Private Jet Charter
Paramount arranges charters for a wide range of travelers, and the right aircraft and service approach differ for each. The most common charter types are:
VIP group and airliner charter
Large-cabin jets and VIP airliners for moving an entire group together, seating roughly 19 to 50 passengers with executive cabins and full galleys, so a team can work, meet, or rest en route.
Family, leisure, and pet-friendly travel
Relaxed, private travel for families and groups, with pets welcome in the cabin and the flexibility to fly into smaller airports closer to your destination.
Medical and time-critical travel
Charters arranged on very short notice for medical treatment, family emergencies, or urgent business, including aircraft able to carry oxygen and medical equipment.
Sports, entertainment, and event travel
Coordinated multi-aircraft and multi-leg logistics for teams, productions, and large parties traveling on tight schedules.
Government and diplomatic travel
Discreet, compliant arrangements for official delegations, including international permits and customs coordination.
Empty Leg Flights and One-Way Charters
An empty leg is a repositioning flight an aircraft must make with no passengers, flying to its next trip's departure point or returning to base, and it is sold at a steep discount, often 25% to 75% off the standard rate. If your dates and route are flexible, an empty leg is the single cheapest way to fly private. Paramount has access to thousands of empty legs at any given time; tell your advisor your rough plans and they will watch for a match. You can browse current options on our empty leg flights page.
One-way charters are also available without booking a round trip, though a one-way price is rarely half of a round-trip. The operator still has to reposition the aircraft afterward, and that cost is built into the fare. When a floating-fleet aircraft is already near your route, a one-way can cost far less. Your advisor prices the trip both ways and lays out your options, weighing value, quality, safety, and reliability first, then price, so you choose the best overall fit rather than simply the cheapest; see the cost page for how one-way and round-trip pricing compare.
How Fast Can You Charter a Private Jet?
For most domestic trips and popular routes, Paramount can arrange a charter with as little as four hours of notice. About two of those hours are the pilots' call-out, the time the crew needs to reach the airport, complete a pre-flight inspection, and fuel the aircraft. The remaining time covers sourcing and securing the right aircraft, confirming the operator and trip requirements, and finalizing your paperwork. Same-day and last-minute requests are common, and the more flexible your dates and departure airport, the faster we can move.
International charters depend on the destination. Within a region we can often arrange a trip on short notice; longer or more complex international routes need more lead time to secure landing permits and coordinate customs. Your advisor handles that paperwork for you. For peak dates or a specific aircraft, booking further ahead widens your options and improves pricing.
How to Book a Private Jet Charter
Booking a private jet charter with Paramount takes four steps, and an advisor is available 24/7 to guide you through them:
- Share your itinerary. Provide your departure, destination, dates, passenger count, and any special requests.
- Review aircraft options. Your advisor presents vetted aircraft matched to your trip, with competitive, all-inclusive quotes.
- Confirm your reservation. Approve your quote and secure the flight with a simple electronic agreement via DocuSign.
- Enjoy door-to-door service. We coordinate ground transport, catering, and any changes, and run a pre-flight safety check before departure.
To start, request a charter quote online, call +1-877-727-2538 Ext. 1, or email charter@paramountbusinessjets.com. A senior advisor typically responds within the hour.
Safety and Operator Vetting
Safety is the foundation of every trip we arrange, and it runs on two layers before you board. First, we thoroughly vet every operator behind our curated network of more than 4,000 aircraft. Each must meet or exceed the ARGUS Gold standard, a bar roughly 73% of charter operators do not clear, and we confirm the operator's Air Operator's Certificate, its D085 listing showing your specific aircraft is authorized for charter, and a current certificate of insurance. See our safety program for how every operator and aircraft is vetted.
Second, before every departure, we run an independent third-party check, an ARGUS TripCHEQ and/or Wyvern PASS report, on the specific aircraft, crew, and operator assigned to your trip, overseen by our in-house Safety Manager. It verifies their ARGUS and Wyvern ratings, the crew's experience and time-in-type, the aircraft's maintenance and operational history, and international compliance for the route, and you receive that written report before you fly. Your safety is checked and confirmed for each individual flight, not assumed from a one-time approval, because it is not something we leave to trust or reputation.
Why Charter Through an Independent Broker
An independent broker works for you, not for an aircraft owner. Because Paramount doesn't own aircraft, we have no incentive to put you on a particular plane. We select the aircraft that genuinely fits your trip, then have operators compete for your business so you get a competitive price with no hidden fees. A single operator can only sell you what they own; a broker gives you the whole market.
That independence is backed by a 20-year track record. Paramount has chartered flights since 2005, is a four-time Inc. 5000 honoree, holds an A+ rating from the BBB, and carries a 4.9-star rating on Trustpilot and 5.0 on Google across nearly 400 verified client reviews, all independently verifiable on our accreditations page. You get access to more than 4,000 vetted aircraft and 10,000-plus airports, a dedicated advisor available 24 hours a day, in-house safety oversight, and complete confidentiality: your travel plans and personal information are never shared with third parties. It is the service travelers have trusted for two decades.
20+ years of expertise
Two decades sourcing the right aircraft at the right price, since 2005.
Top ratings, proven record
A pre-departure safety report on every trip; every operator meets or exceeds ARGUS Gold.
A dedicated 24/7 advisor
One advisor, available around the clock for bookings, changes, and special requests.
Complete privacy
Your information and travel plans stay confidential and are never shared with third parties.
4,000+ vetted aircraft
From light jets to ultra-long-range, matched to your route, group size, and budget.
Fly anywhere
Access to 10,000+ airports worldwide, on as little as four hours' notice.
Fair pricing, no hidden fees
Operators bid for your flight, so you get a competitive, all-inclusive rate.
Where Can You Fly?
You can charter a private jet to almost anywhere. Paramount provides access to more than 10,000 airports worldwide across six continents, including thousands of regional and private airfields that commercial airlines don't serve, so you can often land far closer to your destination than a scheduled flight would allow. With over 120 aircraft types to draw on, from short-runway turboprops to ultra-long-range jets, your advisor matches the right size aircraft to your route and to the runways at each end, so a short regional runway is as reachable as a major international hub.
Popular corridors include New York to Miami, coast-to-coast runs such as New York to Los Angeles, island hops from Florida to the Caribbean, transatlantic routes like New York to London, and long-range service into South America, the Middle East, and Asia. Estimated prices for these routes are on our private jet rental cost page. For international travel, your advisor coordinates landing permits, customs, and any required documentation, so a cross-border trip is as smooth as a domestic one. You can browse every city and route we serve on our destinations page.
Private Jet Charter vs. Jet Card, Fractional, and Ownership
For most travelers, on-demand charter is often the most flexible and cost-effective way to fly private, because you pay only for the trips you take with no capital outlay and no fixed annual costs. As your flying increases, other models start to make sense: a jet card locks in transparent wholesale pricing (a fixed, disclosed management fee) for frequent flyers, fractional ownership suits those flying more than roughly 50 hours a year, and full ownership generally pays off only above roughly 200 hours annually.
Many frequent flyers combine models, keeping a jet card or fractional share for routine trips and using on-demand charter for last-minute needs, international legs, or unusual aircraft. For a full cost comparison of charter, jet card, fractional, and ownership by annual flight hours, see our charter vs. buy guide.
What Our Customers Say
Drawn from nearly 400 verified reviews: 4.9 on Trustpilot, 5.0 on Google. See all client reviews.
We were stuck in Bora Bora due to an airport strike in Tahiti with no resolution in sight except for an 8-hour boat ride on a cargo ship. We recruited some other stranded people from our hotel and chartered a jet the same day so we could all make our international flights. Joella made the process a breeze from start to finish. She was on it! Definitely recommend this company for any flight needs.
I want to personally thank you and the pilots. My wife made it to the hospital. She had her surgery this morning with no problems. Getting this kidney transplant improves the quality of life. I had never chartered an airline before. You made the process easier even with the pressure.
I have been a customer of Paramount Business Jets for the last 7 years and have always had a great experience. From quoting, through booking, and the attention to all the tiny details that make the charter process so pleasurable, PBJ has always delivered at a high level!
First time contacting PBJ. Set up was fast, quote on aircraft available and rates was received in less than one hour! We saved three days of our vacation had we stayed with United to get us to our Family Glacier National Park Vacation. Working with PBJ was painless, professional and an awesome experience.
Private Jet Charter FAQ
How much does it cost to charter a private jet?
Chartering a private jet costs $2,300 to $17,000 per flight hour for most aircraft, and $18,000 to $23,000 per hour for VIP airliners. A one-way domestic charter typically runs from about $6,700 for a short turboprop hop to $50,000 or more for a transcontinental large-cabin flight, while transatlantic and intercontinental charters generally range from $75,000 to over $120,000. Empty-leg flights can cut these costs by up to 75%. For detailed pricing by aircraft category and route, see our private jet rental cost page.
Is private jet charter the same as private jet rental?
Yes. "Private jet charter" and "private jet rental" describe the same service: booking an entire aircraft with its crew for your trip, priced per flight hour rather than per seat. The terms are interchangeable, so charter pricing and rental pricing are identical.
How do I book a private jet charter?
The fastest way is to call Paramount at +1-877-727-2538 Ext. 1 (available 24/7). You can also request a quote online or email charter@paramountbusinessjets.com. A senior advisor responds quickly, often within the hour, with aircraft options and competitive pricing.
How fast can you arrange a private jet charter?
For most domestic flights, we can have you airborne in as little as four hours. In emergencies, we have arranged charters in under 32 minutes from first phone call to takeoff. International flights may need more lead time for permits, but we handle that for you.
What is an empty leg flight?
When a private jet repositions for its next trip, it sometimes flies with no passengers. These "empty leg" flights are sold at a steep discount, often up to 75% off the normal rate, making them a great value if your schedule is flexible and your route matches an available flight.
Can I charter a private jet internationally?
Yes. Paramount arranges international charters to destinations across six continents and handles landing permits, customs coordination, and any documentation you need, so an international trip is as smooth as a domestic one.
Is private jet charter safe?
Yes, and Paramount adds layers most charter companies don't. Every flight comes with a full pre-departure safety report covering the aircraft, crew qualifications, and operator certifications, and we use only operators that meet or exceed the ARGUS Gold standard, which roughly 73% of operators on the market do not.
How much luggage can I bring on a charter?
It depends on the aircraft: a good rule of thumb is one carry-on and one hard-sided case per seat, with larger jets holding considerably more. If you're bringing skis, golf clubs, or other bulky gear, tell your advisor upfront so they can match you to the right aircraft.
What's the difference between chartering and fractional ownership?
When you charter, you pay only for the flights you take, with no long-term contract or ownership costs. Fractional ownership means buying a share of a specific aircraft, with management fees, maintenance costs, and depreciation. For most travelers flying fewer than about 50 hours a year, charter is more cost-effective. See our charter vs. buy guide for a full comparison.
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