Charter route · Southeast
Dallas → Kiawah Island
KADS → KCHS · 846 nm · 2h 24m typical block · $24,000–$33,500 midsize jet
846 nm
Distance
2h 24m
Block time (midsize jet)
$24,000–$33,500
Typical one-way estimate
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Operators at the endpoints
The Dallas–Kiawah Island run covers 846 nautical miles, typically flown on a midsize jet in about 2h 24m block time from KADS to KCHS.
Kiawah Island peaks Mar–May, Sep–Nov — strongest demand around spring and fall. Book 2–4 weeks ahead in season; slots and ramp space at KCHS tighten around holidays and major events. 40 min from CHS.
Cost by aircraft class
| Class | Typical aircraft | Seats | Block | One-way est. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | King Air 350, Pilatus PC-12 | 6–9 | 3h 30m | $10,500–$14,500 |
| Light Jet | Citation CJ3, Phenom 300 | 4–7 | 2h 28m | $17,500–$24,500 |
| Midsize JetTypical | Citation XLS+, Learjet 60XR | 7–9 | 2h 24m | $24,000–$33,500 |
| Super-Midsize Jet | Citation Longitude, Challenger 350 | 8–12 | 2h 18m | $27,500–$38,500 |
| Heavy Jet | Gulfstream G550, Global 6000 | 12–19 | 2h 15m | $38,500–$53,500 |
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 Kiawah Island: what fliers ask
How long is the flight from Dallas to Kiawah Island?
The trip covers about 846 nautical miles. Plan on roughly 2h 24m block time on a midsize jet — a light jet runs about 2h 28m, a heavy jet about 2h 15m. Block time includes taxi and climb, not just cruise.
How much does a private jet from Dallas to Kiawah Island cost?
One-way estimates run $24,000–$33,500 on a midsize jet, the class most travelers book at this distance. Across the whole rate card the spread is $10,500 (turboprop) to $53,500 (heavy jet). Real quotes move with dates, positioning, and demand.
Which airports do private jets use between Dallas and Kiawah Island?
Departures typically use KADS, KDAL, KFTW, KAFW; arrivals use KCHS. When KCHS is slot-restricted or weathered in, nearby alternates include KNBC, KHXD, KOGB, KSSC.
What size aircraft is right for Dallas to Kiawah Island?
At 846 nm, most charters book a midsize jet (Citation XLS+, Learjet 60XR, 7–9 seats). Larger cabins fly it faster with more room; smaller classes trade comfort for price.
Are there empty-leg flights from Dallas to Kiawah Island?
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.