Private Jet Fuel Costs

Private Jet Fuel
Costs: What to Expect

Fuel is typically the single largest variable operating cost for a private jet, ranging from 30-60% of total hourly operating cost depending on aircraft type.

Efficiency Metrics

Fuel Burn by Aircraft Category

aircraft category

typical fuel burn

(GPH)

estimated hourly fuel costs at current prices

Light jet

60-120 GPH
$420-$840 /hr

midsize jet

60-120 GPH
$420-$840 /hr

super midsize jet

60-120 GPH
$420-$840 /hr

heavy jet

60-120 GPH
$420-$840 /hr

ultra long range jet

60-120 GPH
$420-$840 /hr

* Fuel price assumption: Jet-A at $7.00 per gallon. Price vary by location and FBO.

route example

Private Jet Fuel Cost

route

(City Pairs)

distance

(NM)

estimated flight time

avg. fuel burn

(GPH)

Estimated fuel cost

(@$7.00/ GAL)

new york (ketb) to miami (kmia)

1,084
2.0 hrs
120 GPH
~$840

los angeles (klax) to new york (kteb)

1,084
2.0 hrs
120 GPH
~$840

new york (kteb) to london (eggw)

1,084
2.0 hrs
120 GPH
~$840

miami (kmia) to london (eggw)

1,084
2.0 hrs
120 GPH
~$840

* Estimate include climb, cruise and decent burn. Actual results may vary based on winds, routing, altitude and operational factors.

Expenditure

Factors Affecting Fuel Cost

Aircraft Type & Engine Efficiency

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Route & Altitude

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Payload & Weather

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FBO Fuel Pricing Variation

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tips

Fuel Management

Use Fuel Programs & Discounts

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Compare FBO Fuel Prices

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Consider Tankering on Long Trips

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Outlays

Related Costs

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Maintenance Costs

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