We all think that a private jet charter cost is extremely high and sometimes it is. But it does depend on the kind of jet you charter, the size of the charter and the distances you are chartering to and from. Jet charter can be, or is, supremely convenient. The amount of time you save is often well worth the extra cost.
What to ask when you charter a jet
When you are looking at a private jet charter you need to ask a whole lot of questions to ensure that you are going to get the best possible deal. Firstly, ask for three different quotes. Ask for a single engine aircraft cost, a twin engine aircraft cost, and for a jet cost. Ask for a one way cost and a return cost. Ask if the pilot should wait for you (do you have to pay for their accommodation?) or is it best if the pilot returns at the same time you want to return. Ask if they have representation in both cities that you are going to be in, the one you leave from and the one you fly to. And then, make quite sure they are not sub hiring a charter but that you are going directly to the charter aircraft company themselves.
If you get quotes and they are too high, you can try and negotiate or you can ask for a different aircraft type. Weigh up the cost of a private jet charter against the cost of a schedule flight. Take into account the delays and time spent on schedule flights. Look at the privacy you have on a charter flight and all the benefits you get – private catering, refreshments, wifi, speedy check in and speedy arrivals. Once you have compared private flight costs to private jet charter cost, you can make an informed decision.
