Private jets are used by travelers who prefer shorter commute times, cabin space designed to maximize comfort and utility, and the ultimate time saver–speed. Here are a few tips to help you charter a private flight.
First, examine your travel habits
The charter routes you will fly most often, how frequently you will need to charter a private jet and how many passengers will typically accompany you is an essential self-study for commercial passengers who are transitioning from flying commercial to flying private.
Access to private charters
After understanding your travel requirements, become familiar with different ways you can access a private flight. These arrangements include ownership, membership and on-demand charters.
- Fractional ownership. Full ownership of a private jet isn’t practical for many business owners or executives, so they instead opt to own a portion of a jet; a quarter, an eighth, or a sixteenth share.
- Jet card. With a jet card, you can choose between light jets, midsize jets and heavy jets. Jet card membership can require initiation fees, dues and surcharges on peak days and for non-domestic travel and even taxi fees.
- On-Demand charter. On-demand charter providers can be helpful “guides” because they know the business, the aircraft and they can leverage relationships with owners for competitive pricing.
Next, familiarize yourself with the types of available aircraft
The range of private jets available for charter reflect the unique travel requirements of a diverse group that includes entrepreneurs, company executives and leisure travelers. A private jet can be matched to suit almost any travel plan from short trips to long-range cross-continental charters. Jets range from heavy, super midsize, midsize to light jets. Midsize and light jets accommodate fewer passengers than heavy jets but they are also designed to maximize passenger comfort and utility.
Maximize everything flying private has to offer
Here are a few essential details that represent the advantages of flying private, from aircraft performance to design aesthetics. Keep these details in mind when you are chartering your flight:
Aircraft range
The distance between your originating city and your destination is an essential factor in determining the class of jet required to fulfill your charter. Most private jets can typically fly non-stop for 1,500 miles, efficiently covering shorter domestic routes while heavy jets have the most extended range of private jets and are designed to fly transcontinental flights non-stop.
Passenger count
Versatile seating configurations can be matched to suit the specific purpose of your flight.
Key performance features
Private jets have several key performance advantages over commercial aircraft.
- Speed is the ultimate time-saver and a primary reason why private charter clients fly private.
- Private jets have access to significantly more airports than commercial jets.
- A rate of climb is used to describe how fast a jet can reach its cruising altitude. The quicker the rate of climb, the faster your jet will reach its cruising altitude and the smoother your ride will be. Your jet will also burn fuel more efficiently at its cruising speed.
- Private jets offer passengers ultimate luxury and unsurpassed comfort, from oversized windows that allow natural light into the cabin, seating configurations for conducting meetings effectively and private areas for relaxation.
- Cabin design: A well-designed cabin enhances the passenger experience, from comfortable leather seating to the use of natural materials, textures and color palettes. These features help to ensure a comfortable flight so passengers arrive well-rested at their destination.
Competitive pricing is essentia
When booking your private jet charter, you should receive the best possible pricing for your flight. On-Demand charter providers have access to the largest number of private jets for charter and offer concierge service to ensure clients are provided with competitive pricing for jet options that are selected specially to suit detailed travel requirements and accommodate guests.
Factors Affecting Costs
Several factors can influence the overall cost of renting a private jet:
- Aircraft size and type;
- Distance and flight duration;
- Airport fees and landing charges;
- Crew costs;
- Fuel prices;
- Peak vs. off-peak travel;
- Additional services and amenities.
Ground transportation
Charter providers offer ground transportation as a courtesy should you require transportation to and from the airport.
Real-time quotes
The Monarch Air Groups team will help you locate the most suitable aircraft for your needs, verify compliance with the strictest regulations and will plan your flight from its origin until you safely arrive at your destination. We value your time and budget – a feature that provides us with many returning customers.
Our team of experienced and seasoned aircraft operators is a phone call away. To obtain a charter quote tailored to your specific needs, please fill in the request form or call our agents 24/7 at +1 (877) 281 3051.