Charter route · West Coast
Seattle → Palm Springs
KBFI → KPSP · 863 nm · 2h 27m typical block · $24,500–$34,000 midsize jet
863 nm
Distance
2h 27m
Block time (midsize jet)
$24,500–$34,000
Typical one-way estimate
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Operators at the endpoints
The Seattle–Palm Springs run covers 863 nautical miles, typically flown on a midsize jet in about 2h 27m block time from KBFI to KPSP.
Palm Springs peaks Oct–May — strongest demand around winter and spring and fall. Book 2–4 weeks ahead in season; slots and ramp space at KPSP tighten around holidays and major events. Coachella/Stagecoach massive demand spike.
Cost by aircraft class
| Class | Typical aircraft | Seats | Block | One-way est. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | King Air 350, Pilatus PC-12 | 6–9 | 3h 34m | $10,500–$15,000 |
| Light Jet | Citation CJ3, Phenom 300 | 4–7 | 2h 31m | $17,500–$24,500 |
| Midsize JetTypical | Citation XLS+, Learjet 60XR | 7–9 | 2h 27m | $24,500–$34,000 |
| Super-Midsize Jet | Citation Longitude, Challenger 350 | 8–12 | 2h 20m | $28,000–$39,000 |
| Heavy Jet | Gulfstream G550, Global 6000 | 12–19 | 2h 18m | $39,000–$54,500 |
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 Palm Springs
04 / Answers
Seattle to Palm Springs: what fliers ask
How long is the flight from Seattle to Palm Springs?
The trip covers about 863 nautical miles. Plan on roughly 2h 27m block time on a midsize jet — a light jet runs about 2h 31m, a heavy jet about 2h 18m. Block time includes taxi and climb, not just cruise.
How much does a private jet from Seattle to Palm Springs cost?
One-way estimates run $24,500–$34,000 on a midsize jet, the class most travelers book at this distance. Across the whole rate card the spread is $10,500 (turboprop) to $54,500 (heavy jet). Real quotes move with dates, positioning, and demand.
Which airports do private jets use between Seattle and Palm Springs?
Departures typically use KBFI, KRNT, KPAE; arrivals use KPSP, KTRM. When KPSP is slot-restricted or weathered in, nearby alternates include KNXP, KRIV, KSBD, KRAL.
What size aircraft is right for Seattle to Palm Springs?
At 863 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 Palm Springs?
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.