Charter route · Southwest
Seattle → Scottsdale
KBFI → KSDL · 958 nm · 2h 33m typical block · $30,500–$43,000 super-midsize jet
958 nm
Distance
2h 33m
Block time (super-midsize jet)
$30,500–$43,000
Typical one-way estimate
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Operators at the endpoints
The Seattle–Scottsdale run covers 958 nautical miles, typically flown on a super-midsize jet in about 2h 33m block time from KBFI to KSDL.
Scottsdale peaks Oct–Apr — strongest demand around winter and spring and fall. Book 2–4 weeks ahead in season; slots and ramp space at KSDL 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 | 3h 55m | $12,000–$16,500 |
| Light Jet | Citation CJ3, Phenom 300 | 4–7 | 2h 45m | $19,500–$27,000 |
| Midsize Jet | Citation XLS+, Learjet 60XR | 7–9 | 2h 41m | $27,000–$37,500 |
| Super-Midsize JetTypical | Citation Longitude, Challenger 350 | 8–12 | 2h 33m | $30,500–$43,000 |
| Heavy Jet | Gulfstream G550, Global 6000 | 12–19 | 2h 30m | $42,500–$59,500 |
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.
04 / Answers
Seattle to Scottsdale: what fliers ask
How long is the flight from Seattle to Scottsdale?
The trip covers about 958 nautical miles. Plan on roughly 2h 33m block time on a super-midsize jet — a light jet runs about 2h 45m, a heavy jet about 2h 30m. Block time includes taxi and climb, not just cruise.
How much does a private jet from Seattle to Scottsdale cost?
One-way estimates run $30,500–$43,000 on a super-midsize jet, the class most travelers book at this distance. Across the whole rate card the spread is $12,000 (turboprop) to $59,500 (heavy jet). Real quotes move with dates, positioning, and demand.
Which airports do private jets use between Seattle and Scottsdale?
Departures typically use KBFI, KRNT, KPAE; arrivals use KSDL, KDVT, KPHX. When KSDL is slot-restricted or weathered in, nearby alternates include KIWA, KLUF, KPRC, KFLG.
What size aircraft is right for Seattle to Scottsdale?
At 958 nm, most charters book a super-midsize jet (Citation Longitude, Challenger 350, 8–12 seats). Larger cabins fly it faster with more room; smaller classes trade comfort for price.
Are there empty-leg flights from Seattle to Scottsdale?
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.