Charter route · Northeast
Boston → Bar Harbor
KBED → KBHB · 174 nm · 0h 47m typical block · $5,500–$7,500 light jet
174 nm
Distance
0h 47m
Block time (light jet)
$5,500–$7,500
Typical one-way estimate
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Operators at the endpoints
The Boston–Bar Harbor run covers 174 nautical miles, typically flown on a light jet in about 0h 47m block time from KBED to KBHB.
Bar Harbor peaks Jun–Oct — strongest demand around summer and fall. Book 2–4 weeks ahead in season; slots and ramp space at KBHB tighten around holidays and major events. 5,200ft runway.
Cost by aircraft class
| Class | Typical aircraft | Seats | Block | One-way est. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | King Air 350, Pilatus PC-12 | 6–9 | 0h 60m | $3,000–$4,000 |
| Light JetTypical | Citation CJ3, Phenom 300 | 4–7 | 0h 47m | $5,500–$7,500 |
| Midsize Jet | Citation XLS+, Learjet 60XR | 7–9 | 0h 46m | $7,500–$11,000 |
| Super-Midsize Jet | Citation Longitude, Challenger 350 | 8–12 | 0h 45m | $9,000–$12,500 |
| Heavy Jet | Gulfstream G550, Global 6000 | 12–19 | 0h 44m | $12,500–$17,500 |
Estimates only — class rate card × block time on great-circle distance +8% routing, the same math as the cost estimator. Real quotes vary with dates, positioning, and demand.
Airport options
Boston, MA
- Laurence G Hanscom FieldPrimaryKBED
- Boston Logan International AirportKBOS
- Rhode Island T. F. Green International AirportKPVD
Nearby alternates
Boston destination guide →Rated operators on this route
Operators based at either end fly it without positioning an aircraft first — often the sharpest quotes.
Based near Bar Harbor
04 / Answers
Boston to Bar Harbor: what fliers ask
How long is the flight from Boston to Bar Harbor?
The trip covers about 174 nautical miles. Plan on roughly 0h 47m block time on a light jet — a light jet runs about 0h 47m, a heavy jet about 0h 44m. Block time includes taxi and climb, not just cruise.
How much does a private jet from Boston to Bar Harbor cost?
One-way estimates run $5,500–$7,500 on a light jet, the class most travelers book at this distance. Across the whole rate card the spread is $3,000 (turboprop) to $17,500 (heavy jet). Real quotes move with dates, positioning, and demand.
Which airports do private jets use between Boston and Bar Harbor?
Departures typically use KBED, KBOS, KPVD; arrivals use KBHB, KBGR. When KBHB is slot-restricted or weathered in, nearby alternates include KRKD, KAUG, KBXM, KPWM.
What size aircraft is right for Boston to Bar Harbor?
At 174 nm, most charters book a light jet (Citation CJ3, Phenom 300, 4–7 seats). Larger cabins fly it faster with more room; smaller classes trade comfort for price.
Are there empty-leg flights from Boston to Bar Harbor?
Empty legs on this route are posted by operators as repositioning flights come up — they clear in hours, not days. Watch the empty-legs board or set an alert to catch the next one.