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Dallas → Big Sky
KADS → KBZN · 1,013 nm · 2h 41m typical block · $32,000–$45,000 super-midsize jet
1,013 nm
Distance
2h 41m
Block time (super-midsize jet)
$32,000–$45,000
Typical one-way estimate
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Operators at the endpoints
The Dallas–Big Sky run covers 1,013 nautical miles, typically flown on a super-midsize jet in about 2h 41m block time from KADS to KBZN.
Big Sky peaks Dec–Mar, Jun–Sep — strongest demand around winter and summer. Book 2–4 weeks ahead in season; slots and ramp space at KBZN tighten around holidays and major events.
Cost by aircraft class
| Class | Typical aircraft | Seats | Block | One-way est. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | King Air 350, Pilatus PC-12 | 6–9 | 4h 07m | $12,500–$17,500 |
| Light Jet | Citation CJ3, Phenom 300 | 4–7 | 2h 54m | $20,500–$28,500 |
| Midsize Jet | Citation XLS+, Learjet 60XR | 7–9 | 2h 49m | $28,000–$39,500 |
| Super-Midsize JetTypical | Citation Longitude, Challenger 350 | 8–12 | 2h 41m | $32,000–$45,000 |
| Heavy Jet | Gulfstream G550, Global 6000 | 12–19 | 2h 38m | $44,500–$62,500 |
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
Dallas, TX
- Addison AirportPrimaryKADS
- Dallas Love FieldKDAL
- Fort Worth Meacham International AirportKFTW
- Perot Field/Fort Worth Alliance AirportKAFW
Nearby alternates
Dallas destination guide →Rated operators on this route
Operators based at either end fly it without positioning an aircraft first — often the sharpest quotes.
04 / Answers
Dallas to Big Sky: what fliers ask
How long is the flight from Dallas to Big Sky?
The trip covers about 1,013 nautical miles. Plan on roughly 2h 41m block time on a super-midsize jet — a light jet runs about 2h 54m, a heavy jet about 2h 38m. Block time includes taxi and climb, not just cruise.
How much does a private jet from Dallas to Big Sky cost?
One-way estimates run $32,000–$45,000 on a super-midsize jet, the class most travelers book at this distance. Across the whole rate card the spread is $12,500 (turboprop) to $62,500 (heavy jet). Real quotes move with dates, positioning, and demand.
Which airports do private jets use between Dallas and Big Sky?
Departures typically use KADS, KDAL, KFTW, KAFW; arrivals use KBZN. When KBZN is slot-restricted or weathered in, nearby alternates include KLVM, KBTM, KHLN, KWYS.
What size aircraft is right for Dallas to Big Sky?
At 1,013 nm, most charters book a super-midsize jet (Citation Longitude, Challenger 350, 8–12 seats). Larger cabins fly it faster with more room; smaller classes trade comfort for price.
Are there empty-leg flights from Dallas to Big Sky?
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.