Charter route · West Coast
Portland → Seattle
KPDX → KBFI · 117 nm · 0h 39m typical block · $4,500–$6,500 light jet
117 nm
Distance
0h 39m
Block time (light jet)
$4,500–$6,500
Typical one-way estimate
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Operators at the endpoints
The Portland–Seattle run covers 117 nautical miles, typically flown on a light jet in about 0h 39m block time from KPDX to KBFI.
Seattle peaks Jun–Sep — strongest demand around summer. Book 2–4 weeks ahead in season; slots and ramp space at KBFI 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 | 0h 47m | $2,500–$3,500 |
| Light JetTypical | Citation CJ3, Phenom 300 | 4–7 | 0h 39m | $4,500–$6,500 |
| Midsize Jet | Citation XLS+, Learjet 60XR | 7–9 | 0h 38m | $6,500–$9,000 |
| Super-Midsize Jet | Citation Longitude, Challenger 350 | 8–12 | 0h 37m | $7,500–$10,500 |
| Heavy Jet | Gulfstream G550, Global 6000 | 12–19 | 0h 37m | $10,500–$14,500 |
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 Portland
Based near Seattle
04 / Answers
Portland to Seattle: what fliers ask
How long is the flight from Portland to Seattle?
The trip covers about 117 nautical miles. Plan on roughly 0h 39m block time on a light jet — a light jet runs about 0h 39m, a heavy jet about 0h 37m. Block time includes taxi and climb, not just cruise.
How much does a private jet from Portland to Seattle cost?
One-way estimates run $4,500–$6,500 on a light jet, the class most travelers book at this distance. Across the whole rate card the spread is $2,500 (turboprop) to $14,500 (heavy jet). Real quotes move with dates, positioning, and demand.
Which airports do private jets use between Portland and Seattle?
Departures typically use KPDX, KTTD, KHIO; arrivals use KBFI, KRNT, KPAE. When KBFI is slot-restricted or weathered in, nearby alternates include KSEA, W55, S60, KPWT.
What size aircraft is right for Portland to Seattle?
At 117 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 Portland to Seattle?
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.