Charter route · Mountain
Dallas → Steamboat Springs
KADS → KHDN · 672 nm · 1h 59m typical block · $20,000–$27,500 midsize jet
672 nm
Distance
1h 59m
Block time (midsize jet)
$20,000–$27,500
Typical one-way estimate
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Operators at the endpoints
The Dallas–Steamboat Springs run covers 672 nautical miles, typically flown on a midsize jet in about 1h 59m block time from KADS to KHDN.
Steamboat Springs peaks Dec–Mar, Jun–Sep — strongest demand around winter and summer. Book 2–4 weeks ahead in season; slots and ramp space at KHDN 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 | 2h 51m | $8,500–$12,000 |
| Light Jet | Citation CJ3, Phenom 300 | 4–7 | 2h 02m | $14,500–$20,000 |
| Midsize JetTypical | Citation XLS+, Learjet 60XR | 7–9 | 1h 59m | $20,000–$27,500 |
| Super-Midsize Jet | Citation Longitude, Challenger 350 | 8–12 | 1h 54m | $22,500–$32,000 |
| Heavy Jet | Gulfstream G550, Global 6000 | 12–19 | 1h 52m | $31,500–$44,500 |
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 Steamboat Springs: what fliers ask
How long is the flight from Dallas to Steamboat Springs?
The trip covers about 672 nautical miles. Plan on roughly 1h 59m block time on a midsize jet — a light jet runs about 2h 02m, a heavy jet about 1h 52m. Block time includes taxi and climb, not just cruise.
How much does a private jet from Dallas to Steamboat Springs cost?
One-way estimates run $20,000–$27,500 on a midsize jet, the class most travelers book at this distance. Across the whole rate card the spread is $8,500 (turboprop) to $44,500 (heavy jet). Real quotes move with dates, positioning, and demand.
Which airports do private jets use between Dallas and Steamboat Springs?
Departures typically use KADS, KDAL, KFTW, KAFW; arrivals use KHDN, KSBS. When KHDN is slot-restricted or weathered in, nearby alternates include KEGE, KRIL, KASE, KRWL.
What size aircraft is right for Dallas to Steamboat Springs?
At 672 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 Steamboat Springs?
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.