Charter route · Pacific
Seattle → Maui
KBFI → PHOG · 2,297 nm · 5h 31m typical block · $94,000–$131,500 heavy jet
2,297 nm
Distance
5h 31m
Block time (heavy jet)
$94,000–$131,500
Typical one-way estimate
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Operators at the endpoints
The Seattle–Maui run covers 2,297 nautical miles, typically flown on a heavy jet in about 5h 31m block time from KBFI to PHOG.
Maui peaks Year-round — strongest demand around winter and spring and summer and fall. Book 2–4 weeks ahead in season; slots and ramp space at PHOG tighten around holidays and major events. 2,400+ nm from West Coast, requires ETOPS-capable aircraft.
Cost by aircraft class
| Class | Typical aircraft | Seats | Block | One-way est. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | King Air 350, Pilatus PC-12 | 6–9 | 8h 54m | $26,500–$37,500 |
| Light Jet | Citation CJ3, Phenom 300 | 4–7 | 6h 07m | $43,000–$60,000 |
| Midsize Jet | Citation XLS+, Learjet 60XR | 7–9 | 5h 55m | $59,000–$83,000 |
| Super-Midsize Jet | Citation Longitude, Challenger 350 | 8–12 | 5h 38m | $67,500–$94,500 |
| Heavy JetTypical | Gulfstream G550, Global 6000 | 12–19 | 5h 31m | $94,000–$131,500 |
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
04 / Answers
Seattle to Maui: what fliers ask
How long is the flight from Seattle to Maui?
The trip covers about 2,297 nautical miles. Plan on roughly 5h 31m block time on a heavy jet — a light jet runs about 6h 07m, a heavy jet about 5h 31m. Block time includes taxi and climb, not just cruise.
How much does a private jet from Seattle to Maui cost?
One-way estimates run $94,000–$131,500 on a heavy jet, the class most travelers book at this distance. Across the whole rate card the spread is $26,500 (turboprop) to $131,500 (heavy jet). Real quotes move with dates, positioning, and demand.
Which airports do private jets use between Seattle and Maui?
Departures typically use KBFI, KRNT, KPAE; arrivals use PHOG. When PHOG is slot-restricted or weathered in, nearby alternates include PHJH, PHHN, PHNY, PHLU.
What size aircraft is right for Seattle to Maui?
At 2,297 nm, most charters book a heavy jet (Gulfstream G550, Global 6000, 12–19 seats). Smaller classes may need a fuel stop at this distance — ask the operator about nonstop capability for the specific tail.
Are there empty-leg flights from Seattle to Maui?
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.