Charter route · Southwest
Denver → Sedona
KAPA → KSEZ · 436 nm · 1h 24m typical block · $14,000–$19,500 midsize jet
436 nm
Distance
1h 24m
Block time (midsize jet)
$14,000–$19,500
Typical one-way estimate
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Operators at the endpoints
The Denver–Sedona run covers 436 nautical miles, typically flown on a midsize jet in about 1h 24m block time from KAPA to KSEZ.
Sedona peaks Mar–May, Sep–Nov — strongest demand around spring and fall. Book 2–4 weeks ahead in season; slots and ramp space at KSEZ tighten around holidays and major events. 5,132ft runway at 4,830ft elevation.
Cost by aircraft class
| Class | Typical aircraft | Seats | Block | One-way est. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | King Air 350, Pilatus PC-12 | 6–9 | 1h 58m | $6,000–$8,500 |
| Light Jet | Citation CJ3, Phenom 300 | 4–7 | 1h 27m | $10,000–$14,000 |
| Midsize JetTypical | Citation XLS+, Learjet 60XR | 7–9 | 1h 24m | $14,000–$19,500 |
| Super-Midsize Jet | Citation Longitude, Challenger 350 | 8–12 | 1h 21m | $16,000–$22,500 |
| Heavy Jet | Gulfstream G550, Global 6000 | 12–19 | 1h 20m | $22,500–$31,500 |
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
Rated operators on this route
Operators based at either end fly it without positioning an aircraft first — often the sharpest quotes.
Based near Denver
Based near Sedona
04 / Answers
Denver to Sedona: what fliers ask
How long is the flight from Denver to Sedona?
The trip covers about 436 nautical miles. Plan on roughly 1h 24m block time on a midsize jet — a light jet runs about 1h 27m, a heavy jet about 1h 20m. Block time includes taxi and climb, not just cruise.
How much does a private jet from Denver to Sedona cost?
One-way estimates run $14,000–$19,500 on a midsize jet, the class most travelers book at this distance. Across the whole rate card the spread is $6,000 (turboprop) to $31,500 (heavy jet). Real quotes move with dates, positioning, and demand.
Which airports do private jets use between Denver and Sedona?
Departures typically use KAPA, KBJC; arrivals use KSEZ, KFLG, KPRC. When KSEZ is slot-restricted or weathered in, nearby alternates include KINW, KGCN, KLUF, KPHX.
What size aircraft is right for Denver to Sedona?
At 436 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 Denver to Sedona?
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.