Private jet charter New York to Nantucket
This is a short hop most travelers overthink. A private jet charter New York to Nantucket covers 183 nautical miles in roughly 45 minutes. The trade-offs are cost, aircraft class and summer ramp space at ACK.
- 183 nm211 statute miles
- 0h 56mturboprop of flight
- $2,000–$3,500estimate, one-way
New York to Nantucket jet pricing by aircraft type
A private jet from New York to Nantucket flies 183 nautical miles in 0h 56m aboard a turboprop, with a one-way estimate of $2,000–$3,500.Every class below flies the route nonstop, so the difference shows up in cabin, baggage and price rather than in time. The figures are per-leg estimates for 2026 and exclude repositioning, crew overnight and any de-icing. Treat them as a planning range and ask for a firm quote against your exact date and passenger count.
| Aircraft class | Flight time | One-way estimate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | 0h 56m | $2,000–$3,500 | Optimal choice |
| Light jet | 0h 45m | $4,000–$6,000 | Nonstop |
| Midsize jet | 0h 44m | $5,000–$8,000 | Nonstop |
| Super-midsize jet | 0h 43m | $7,000–$10,000 | Nonstop |
| Heavy jet | 0h 43m | $9,500–$14,500 | Nonstop |
Estimates are per aircraft, not per seat, before federal excise tax and segment fees. Block time covers taxi, climb and descent.
Why a turboprop fits this trip
On a 183 nm leg, the turboprop is the sensible default. A Beechcraft King Air 350i or Pilatus PC-12 NGX spends about 56 minutes in the air and runs $2,000 to $3,500, well under a light jet at $4,000 to $6,000. The gap is under fifteen minutes of flying, so a light jet buys little beyond a slightly faster cruise and a tighter cabin.
Midsize and larger jets do fit and shave a minute or two, but on a hop this short you are paying for cabin and baggage capacity, not speed. The midsize band runs $5,000 to $8,000 and a heavy jet $9,500 to $14,500 for the same 183 nm. If you are carrying a group or a lot of luggage, the extra cabin can justify it. Otherwise the turboprop wins on value.
Pilatus PC-12 NGX
- 6 seats
- 290 kt cruise
- 1,800 nm range
Cabin 4 ft 10 in tall, 16 ft 11 in long. Baggage 40 cu ft.
Daher TBM 960
- 6 seats
- 330 kt cruise
- 1,730 nm range
Cabin 4 ft tall, 13 ft 3 in long. Baggage 32 cu ft.
Leaving the New York side
Teterboro is the usual departure point for private flights from New York, with a 6,997 ft runway and easy access from Manhattan. Morristown is a quieter alternative with a 5,998 ft strip, useful when Teterboro is congested. LaGuardia and Newark have longer runways but are airline-heavy, so private handling there involves more surface time.
Your broker will match the airport to your aircraft and your patience for traffic. On a busy Friday in July, the difference between Teterboro and Morristown can be more than the difference between two aircraft types.
Arriving at Nantucket Memorial
Nantucket Memorial (ACK) has a single 6,303 ft runway that handles jets easily, so every class above can land there. The constraint is not the runway but the calendar. In July and August, ramp space and slot discipline tighten, and arrivals sometimes hold or get assigned a later window.
ACK is a small airport with a short walk from aircraft to car. That is the real advantage on this route. Commercial service to Nantucket often means a connection through Boston or Providence, and the door-to-door total can exceed the charter flight itself.
| Airport | Code | Runway |
|---|---|---|
| Nantucket Memorial Airport | KACK / ACK | 6,303 ft |
| Teterboro Airport | KTEB / TEB | 6,997 ft |
| Morristown Municipal Airport | KMMU / MMU | 5,998 ft |
| LaGuardia Airport | KLGA / LGA | 7,002 ft |
| Newark Liberty International Airport | KEWR / EWR | 11,000 ft |
When prices peak on the Nantucket run
Demand on this route spikes from late June through Labor Day, and it is not evenly spread. Thursday and Friday afternoons out of New York and Sunday afternoons back are the tightest windows, and those are the days when turboprops get committed early. The shoulder weeks in late May and September are noticeably calmer and often cheaper.
Book the outbound and the return together if you can, because an empty return leg is what pushes a one-way price up. A broker who can pair your flight with another customer on the same day has room to move. For peak-summer weekends, start the conversation several weeks out. The Nantucket season also brings events and weddings that concentrate demand on specific dates, so flexibility of an hour or two on departure can matter more than the aircraft you choose.
Other legs like New York to Nantucket
The 6 city pairs here span 158 to 2,129 nautical miles, with one-way turboprop estimates between $2,000 and $30,000.
Questions on this leg
How long is a private jet charter New York to Nantucket?
About 45 minutes in the air on a light jet or turboprop, depending on winds and routing. The distance is 183 nautical miles, or 211 statute miles. Door to door, from Manhattan to a Nantucket address, plan on roughly two hours once you account for the drive to Teterboro and the short walk at ACK.
What does the route cost by aircraft class?
Estimates for 2026 run $2,000 to $3,500 for a turboprop, $4,000 to $6,000 for a light jet, $5,000 to $8,000 for a midsize, $7,000 to $10,000 for a super-midsize and $9,500 to $14,500 for a heavy jet. These are per-leg ranges and do not include repositioning or crew overnight.
Which aircraft is best for this short leg?
The turboprop fits best. A King Air 350i carries 8 passengers at 312 knots, and a PC-12 NGX carries 6 at 290 knots. Both cover the 183 nm nonstop in about 56 minutes, and both cost less than a light jet that arrives only minutes sooner. Choose a larger cabin only if baggage or headcount demands it.
Can I fly into Nantucket Memorial Airport in a jet?
Yes. ACK has a 6,303 ft runway that accommodates every class listed here, from turboprop to heavy jet. The limiting factor in summer is ramp space and arrival windows rather than runway length. On peak weekends your operator may be assigned a specific slot, so build a little slack into your plans.
Who operates the flight and who books it?
The flight is flown by an operator holding FAA Part 135 authority, and that operator keeps operational control of the aircraft. A broker arranges the trip as an agent under DOT Part 295 rules and does not own the aircraft. Ask for the operator name before you book; it is a fair question and a good broker answers it.
Can I do a same-day round trip?
Yes, and it is common in summer. A morning departure from Teterboro and an evening return from ACK fits the aircraft's day, though the return may sit idle or reposition. Pairing both legs in one booking usually beats two separate one-ways, and a broker who can match another customer to your empty leg may lower the price.