Charter route · Northeast
New York → Cape Cod
KTEB → KHYA · 178 nm · 0h 48m typical block · $5,500–$8,000 light jet
178 nm
Distance
0h 48m
Block time (light jet)
$5,500–$8,000
Typical one-way estimate
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Operators at the endpoints
The New York–Cape Cod run covers 178 nautical miles, typically flown on a light jet in about 0h 48m block time from KTEB to KHYA.
Cape Cod peaks Jun–Sep — strongest demand around summer. Book 2–4 weeks ahead in season; slots and ramp space at KHYA 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 | 1h 01m | $3,000–$4,500 |
| Light JetTypical | Citation CJ3, Phenom 300 | 4–7 | 0h 48m | $5,500–$8,000 |
| Midsize Jet | Citation XLS+, Learjet 60XR | 7–9 | 0h 47m | $8,000–$11,000 |
| Super-Midsize Jet | Citation Longitude, Challenger 350 | 8–12 | 0h 46m | $9,000–$13,000 |
| Heavy Jet | Gulfstream G550, Global 6000 | 12–19 | 0h 45m | $13,000–$18,000 |
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
New York, NY
Nearby alternates
Rated operators on this route
Operators based at either end fly it without positioning an aircraft first — often the sharpest quotes.
04 / Answers
New York to Cape Cod: what fliers ask
How long is the flight from New York to Cape Cod?
The trip covers about 178 nautical miles. Plan on roughly 0h 48m block time on a light jet — a light jet runs about 0h 48m, a heavy jet about 0h 45m. Block time includes taxi and climb, not just cruise.
How much does a private jet from New York to Cape Cod cost?
One-way estimates run $5,500–$8,000 on a light jet, the class most travelers book at this distance. Across the whole rate card the spread is $3,000 (turboprop) to $18,000 (heavy jet). Real quotes move with dates, positioning, and demand.
Which airports do private jets use between New York and Cape Cod?
Departures typically use KTEB, KHPN, KFRG; arrivals use KHYA, KPVC. When KHYA is slot-restricted or weathered in, nearby alternates include KMVY, KACK, KEWB, KUUU.
What size aircraft is right for New York to Cape Cod?
At 178 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 New York to Cape Cod?
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.