Charter route · Northeast
Washington DC → Portland, Maine
KIAD → KPWM · 428 nm · 1h 23m typical block · $14,000–$19,500 midsize jet
428 nm
Distance
1h 23m
Block time (midsize jet)
$14,000–$19,500
Typical one-way estimate
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Operators at the endpoints
The Washington DC–Portland, Maine run covers 428 nautical miles, typically flown on a midsize jet in about 1h 23m block time from KIAD to KPWM.
Portland peaks Jun–Oct — strongest demand around summer and fall. Book 2–4 weeks ahead in season; slots and ramp space at KPWM tighten around holidays and major events.
Departure side: DCA has severe GA restrictions (ADIZ), most private flights use Dulles or regional airports.
Cost by aircraft class
| Class | Typical aircraft | Seats | Block | One-way est. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | King Air 350, Pilatus PC-12 | 6–9 | 1h 57m | $6,000–$8,000 |
| Light Jet | Citation CJ3, Phenom 300 | 4–7 | 1h 25m | $10,000–$14,000 |
| Midsize JetTypical | Citation XLS+, Learjet 60XR | 7–9 | 1h 23m | $14,000–$19,500 |
| Super-Midsize Jet | Citation Longitude, Challenger 350 | 8–12 | 1h 20m | $16,000–$22,500 |
| Heavy Jet | Gulfstream G550, Global 6000 | 12–19 | 1h 19m | $22,500–$31,000 |
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.
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Rated operators on this route
Operators based at either end fly it without positioning an aircraft first — often the sharpest quotes.
Based near Washington DC
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04 / Answers
Washington DC to Portland, Maine: what fliers ask
How long is the flight from Washington DC to Portland, Maine?
The trip covers about 428 nautical miles. Plan on roughly 1h 23m block time on a midsize jet — a light jet runs about 1h 25m, a heavy jet about 1h 19m. Block time includes taxi and climb, not just cruise.
How much does a private jet from Washington DC to Portland, Maine cost?
One-way estimates run $14,000–$19,500 on a midsize jet, the class most travelers book at this distance. Across the whole rate card the spread is $6,000 (turboprop) to $31,000 (heavy jet). Real quotes move with dates, positioning, and demand.
Which airports do private jets use between Washington DC and Portland, Maine?
Departures typically use KIAD, KGAI, KHEF; arrivals use KPWM, KAUG, KRKD. When KPWM is slot-restricted or weathered in, nearby alternates include KBXM, KPSM, KCON, KMHT.
What size aircraft is right for Washington DC to Portland, Maine?
At 428 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 Washington DC to Portland, Maine?
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.