Northeast · Best season: May–Sep
The Hamptons, NY
Manhattan's Summer Escape by Air
The Hamptons is a premier private aviation destination, drawing charter clients with its unique combination of manhattan's summer escape by air. Whether arriving for business or leisure, private jet access provides the speed, convenience, and discretion that commercial airlines simply cannot match.
HTO serves as the primary gateway, with quality FBO services and efficient ground handling. Helicopter shuttles from Manhattan are most common. The airport accommodates light, turboprop aircraft, making it accessible for a range of mission profiles.
- Primary Airport
- HTO
- Best Season
- May–Sep
- Region
- Northeast
- Aircraft Types
- Light, Turboprop
Typical charter cost to The Hamptons
One-way estimates including a segment fee; actual quotes vary with dates and positioning.
| From | Light jet | Super-mid | Heavy jet |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York (Teterboro)89 nm | $4k–$6k | $6k–$8k | $9k–$12k |
| Los Angeles (Van Nuys)2388 nm | $24k–$40k | $33k–$49k | $46k–$81k |
| Dallas (Love Field)1374 nm | $16k–$25k | $21k–$31k | $29k–$51k |
| Palm Beach1017 nm | $12k–$20k | $17k–$24k | $24k–$40k |
Operators serving The Hamptons
When to fly
Peak season in The Hamptons is May–Sep — strongest demand around spring and summer. Book 2–4 weeks ahead in season; slot and ramp space at KHTO tighten around holidays and major events. Helicopter shuttles from Manhattan are most common
Alternate airports
When KHTO is slot-restricted or weathered in.
