As an example, our simulator estimates Paris–London in a very light jet at €4,300 to €5,800. Paris–Nice in a midsize jet comes to €9,400 to €11,500, compared with €80,600 to €98,500 for Paris–New York in an ultra long range jet. These estimates are for a one-way flight.
The price of a private jet flight covers the whole aircraft, not a seat. It stays the same whether you travel with two passengers or six, within the aircraft's capacity. It depends first on the aircraft category and flight time, then on availability, aircraft positioning, airports and dates. The figures on this page are estimates: only a quote prepared for your dates, on aircraft that are actually available, gives the final price.
Aircraft category is one of the main price factors. Aircraft offering more capacity, range or cabin space generally have higher charter costs. The cards below show, for each category, the simulator’s total estimate divided by flight time, the typical passenger capacity and examples of aircraft.
4 to 5 passengers
Embraer Phenom 100, Cessna Citation Mustang, HondaJet, Cessna Citation M2
6 to 8 passengers
Cessna Citation CJ3, Embraer Phenom 300, Cessna Citation CJ4, Pilatus PC-24
7 to 9 passengers
Cessna Citation XLS+, Cessna Citation XLS, Learjet 75, Learjet 45XR
8 to 9 passengers
Cessna Citation Latitude, Embraer Praetor 500, Hawker 900XP, Learjet 60XR
10 to 14 passengers
Dassault Falcon 2000, Bombardier Challenger 650, Dassault Falcon 900LX, Embraer Legacy 600
12 to 16 passengers
Bombardier Global 7500, Dassault Falcon 8X, Gulfstream G650, Bombardier Global 6000
These amounts are the total price estimated by our simulator. They are not the hourly rates charged by operators. Passenger capacities are indicative and vary with the aircraft and its cabin configuration.
The estimates below come from our simulator, for a one-way flight to or from Paris–Le Bourget. They give you a realistic order of magnitude for budgeting, without replacing a quote.
Indicative estimates from the Artheau Aviation simulator, one way, excluding actual aircraft availability, positioning, specific fees and local taxes. “Not offered”: a category whose range does not allow a non-stop flight in the simulator.
Calculate the price of my routeOn the same route and in the same category, two quotes can show noticeably different prices. The difference comes from operational factors specific to each flight, which we analyse for every request.
The price is based on the flight hours charged by the operator, not only on distance. If the available aircraft is not based at your departure airport, its ferry flight, known as positioning, is generally included in the price. An aircraft based in Geneva for a departure from Nice does not cost the same as one already on site.
This is one of the main reasons we consult several operators for every flight. In some cases, moving a departure by a few hours lets us find an aircraft already positioned nearby and noticeably reduce the quote.
Prices are dynamic. In high season, from May to September, over the end-of-year holidays and during school holidays, demand rises and the choice of aircraft narrows. Major events have the same effect over a few days, such as the Monaco Grand Prix, the Cannes Film Festival or the World Economic Forum in Davos. Booking early, or being willing to move your flight by a day, often gives you access to more aircraft and better prices.
Each airport applies its own landing and parking charges. Ground handling and access to the business aviation terminal (FBO) are billed by local providers. Some airports also require slots, have restricted opening hours or a runway that limits which aircraft can operate. The choice of airport has a direct effect on both price and feasibility.
The number of passengers and the volume of luggage set the minimum aircraft category. On long missions, crew duty and rest rules may require an augmented crew or a technical stop, which increases the cost. If the aircraft stays at your destination for several days, parking and crew accommodation are added to the price.
Other items vary with the flight: fuel prices from one airport to another, de-icing in winter, onboard catering, ground transfers or taxes specific to certain countries. We set them out in the quote, so that the price you see matches the flight actually organised.
A charter quote normally covers the aircraft and its crew, fuel, airport and navigation charges, handling and FBO access where available. The exact scope depends on the operator and the mission, which is why we itemise every cost in our quotes. Additional services, such as specific catering or car and helicopter transfers, are added on request.
The prices on this page are for a one-way flight. A return trip does not necessarily cost double: it all depends on what the aircraft does between the two flights.
Three scenarios to know:
When the outbound and return flights take place on the same day, the aircraft and its crew generally wait for you at the destination. The operator has no empty flight to charge for returning to base. This is often the most cost-effective option for a business meeting or a short trip, within the crew's duty period.
For a stay of a few days, there are two options. The aircraft can remain at the destination, with parking and crew accommodation costs. It can also return to base and come back to collect you, which adds two positioning flights. We compare both options and choose the less expensive one for the length of your stay.
For a one-way flight, the price may also include the aircraft's empty return. This is not the case if the operator has another mission departing from your destination.
One aircraft can fly several legs in a single trip: Paris in the morning, Barcelona late morning, Milan in the afternoon and back to Paris in the evening, for example. The price is then calculated on total flight hours, waiting time and fees at each stop. This is often more efficient than booking several one-way flights separately.
An empty leg is a positioning flight that an aircraft has to operate without passengers, for example to return to base after dropping off a client. Rather than flying empty, operators may offer these flights at a reduced price compared with a standard charter, with the same aircraft and crew.
This reduction comes with a trade-off. The route, date and time depend on the aircraft's original mission, not on your needs. They can change, or even be cancelled, if that mission changes. Empty legs are best suited to flexible travellers, for a one-way flight, and rarely to a trip with a fixed schedule.
Since 2012, Artheau Aviation has been organising private jet flights for companies and private clients. As an air charter broker, we do not operate our own aircraft: we source the right aircraft for your mission from partner operators, then compare their offers. The prices shown on this page are estimates: the firm price depends on the aircraft actually available on your dates.
The final price may therefore be higher or lower than the estimate. An aircraft already positioned near your departure airport can, for example, reduce the cost of your flight. Conversely, strong demand on your travel dates may result in a higher quote.
Route, dates and times, number of passengers, luggage and specific requirements (pets, equipment, required airport).
We select the categories able to fly the route non-stop with the planned load, favouring the most suitable rather than the largest.
We search our operator network for suitable aircraft, taking into account their base and any positioning costs.
Operator compliance, aircraft configuration and operational feasibility of the flight (slots, opening hours, runway length, crew duty time).
We present one or more comparable options, specifying what is included and what is not.
Once you confirm, we coordinate the operator, handling and requested services through to landing.
According to our simulator, the total estimate divided by flight time is around €5,900 to €7,300 for a very light jet, €7,400 to €9,100 for a light jet, €8,800 to €10,800 for a midsize jet and €12,500 to €15,200 for a heavy jet. These are not the hourly rates charged by operators. The actual price also depends on aircraft positioning, airports and availability.
The very light jet is generally the most economical category to charter, with aircraft such as the Citation Mustang or the Phenom 100. It suits around four passengers on flights of under two hours. Beyond that, range or capacity requires a larger category.
The price applies to the whole aircraft, not to a seat. Paris–Nice in a light jet is estimated at €7,900 to €9,700, or around €1,300 to €1,600 per person for six passengers. The fuller the aircraft, the lower the price per person.
Our simulator estimates a one-way Paris–Nice at €7,400 to €9,000 in a very light jet, €7,900 to €9,700 in a light jet, €9,400 to €11,500 in a midsize jet and €13,300 to €16,300 in a heavy jet, for a flight time of about one hour.
Not necessarily. For a same-day return, the aircraft waits on site and the price is often lower than two one-way flights. For a stay of several days, you need to add either parking and crew accommodation or two positioning flights.
No. The simulator provides an indicative estimate for a one-way flight. The firm price is set out in a quote, based on the aircraft available on your dates and the costs specific to your mission.
Yes, they are generally offered at a reduced price compared with a standard charter. In return, the route and time depend on the aircraft's original mission and may change. They are best suited to flexible travellers.
Our simulator first gives you an estimate for your route and each aircraft category. To get a firm price, send us a quote request with your dates, times and number of passengers. We then consult operators with suitable aircraft and send you a detailed quote, including what is covered.
From private jet charters to commercial group flights and dedicated cargo operations, we deliver tailored air solutions for every mission, anywhere in the world.
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