Charter route · Mountain
Seattle → Bozeman
KBFI → KBZN · 471 nm · 1h 30m typical block · $15,000–$21,000 midsize jet
471 nm
Distance
1h 30m
Block time (midsize jet)
$15,000–$21,000
Typical one-way estimate
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Operators at the endpoints
The Seattle–Bozeman run covers 471 nautical miles, typically flown on a midsize jet in about 1h 30m block time from KBFI to KBZN.
Bozeman peaks Dec–Mar, Jun–Sep — strongest demand around winter and summer. Book 2–4 weeks ahead in season; slots and ramp space at KBZN 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 06m | $6,500–$9,000 |
| Light Jet | Citation CJ3, Phenom 300 | 4–7 | 1h 32m | $10,500–$15,000 |
| Midsize JetTypical | Citation XLS+, Learjet 60XR | 7–9 | 1h 30m | $15,000–$21,000 |
| Super-Midsize Jet | Citation Longitude, Challenger 350 | 8–12 | 1h 26m | $17,000–$24,000 |
| Heavy Jet | Gulfstream G550, Global 6000 | 12–19 | 1h 25m | $24,000–$33,500 |
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
Seattle, WA
- King County International Airport - Boeing FieldPrimaryKBFI
- Renton Municipal AirportKRNT
- Seattle Paine Field International AirportKPAE
Nearby alternates
Seattle destination guide →Rated operators on this route
Operators based at either end fly it without positioning an aircraft first — often the sharpest quotes.
Based near Seattle
Based near Bozeman
04 / Answers
Seattle to Bozeman: what fliers ask
How long is the flight from Seattle to Bozeman?
The trip covers about 471 nautical miles. Plan on roughly 1h 30m block time on a midsize jet — a light jet runs about 1h 32m, a heavy jet about 1h 25m. Block time includes taxi and climb, not just cruise.
How much does a private jet from Seattle to Bozeman cost?
One-way estimates run $15,000–$21,000 on a midsize jet, the class most travelers book at this distance. Across the whole rate card the spread is $6,500 (turboprop) to $33,500 (heavy jet). Real quotes move with dates, positioning, and demand.
Which airports do private jets use between Seattle and Bozeman?
Departures typically use KBFI, KRNT, KPAE; arrivals use KBZN. When KBZN is slot-restricted or weathered in, nearby alternates include KLVM, KBTM, KHLN, KWYS.
What size aircraft is right for Seattle to Bozeman?
At 471 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 Seattle to Bozeman?
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.